Five Paint Colours that will instantly add value to your home by designer and developer Laura Hammett

Five paint colours that will instantly add value to your home

Choosing the right colour palette is one of the most powerful ways to elevate the look and feel of a home, and, crucially, its value. Research from real estate experts and home staging professionals shows that homes painted in light, neutral, and calming tones that evoke a positive emotional response from potential buyers tend to sell faster and for more money. 

Renowned for her timeless, sophisticated interiors, luxury London interior designer Laura Hammett believes that investing in well-considered, enduring tones is key to creating a home that not only feels beautiful but stands the test of time. Hammett says: “Neutral tones work best to appeal to a broad range of buyers, but adding lots of textures and subtle hints of tonal colour will keep the space from feeling too sterile. Tones like creams, soft greys, pale greens and blues create a versatile canvas.”

With a palette including 36 timeless paint shades across eight colour families, the new Laura Hammett Living Paint Collection offers a harmonious foundation to elevate any interior. From soft whites to calming sages, powdery blues and warm neutrals, these are colours designed to enhance architecture, reflect natural light, and create a sense of space

Don’t dismiss white

Far from plain, a classic, crisp white can be the ultimate backdrop for layering textures and tones. It brightens interiors while adding softness, making it ideal for hallways, kitchens, bathrooms and living areas where light and space are key selling points.

 Perfect White, Immaculate Matt Emulsion, £60 for 2.5L, www.laurahammettliving.com

Warm neutrals that never date

Warm, modern neutrals instantly add sophistication to any space. They are go-to colours for living rooms and open-plan areas, offering a welcoming, cosy feel that resonates with today’s preference for calm, curated homes.

Bring the outdoors in with sage green

Soft and reassuring, sage green is effortlessly understated and blends seamlessly with whites and neutrals. Striking the perfect balance between freshness and depth, this shade appeals to buyers due to its welcoming, tranquil feel. 

Add refreshing style with powder blue

Cool and calming, powder blue is a gentle tone that lends itself to both contemporary and traditional schemes, and pairs seamlessly with natural woods and soft greys.

The soft power of light grey

Elevated and contemporary, light grey brings a sense of quiet luxury to interiors. It’s particularly effective in north-facing rooms, where it adds light without feeling cold, and appeals to homeowners seeking a polished, understated aesthetic.