#1 Spend a little, save a lot – spending a little extra on high quality materials can work out cheaper in the long run. For example, utilising durable paints can work wonders, helping you to avoid the cost of redoing the work repeatedly. In addition, it is worthwhile to utilise the services of a professional decorators in London to make sure the job is done correctly first time, which will help to save on rent losses. 

#2 Think of your target audience – remember that you are not decorating the property for your own taste. Too often, we find that landlords have used bold colour schemes, only to be let down by the lack of interest in their property. Keep the tones neutral, so that you cater for most tastes. Light grey, browns, whites and magnolia are all colour options that you cannot go wrong with. If you do want to venture into bolder colours, then stay on top of current trends to find out what colour schemes are popular. Again, this can provide your property with some real selling appeal. 

#3 Choose your paint carefully – if you have any experience as a landlord, you will be aware that tenants can often leave your property in a poor state. To make it easier to maintain, we recommend using cleanable paints, so that you can save on redecoration costs in the future. Satin paints are easier to clean than matt paints and gloss is also a great option for timber trims and radiators. In addition, moisture resistant paints for kitchens and bathrooms will help to avoid the build up of unsightly black mould. Water based paints dry quicker than oil-based paints and will help you turn around your property in quick time.

#4 Tiling is a practical investment – floor and wall tiling can add a great design feature but is also a really great way to minimise the cleaning maintenance required. Consider tiling throughout the bathroom and for floors in hallways and. Tiles are hygienic, easy to clean and available in many different styles. We recommend keeping the tile colour neutral to appeal to most tastes.

#5 Use carpets sparingly – a hard wearing and attractive floor covering will help to make your property stand out. We recommend using laminate flooring or tiling as much floor space as possible and tenants will appreciate the limited cleaning they will have to do. In our experience carpets tend to get very dirty and quickly become unappealing after a tenancy period. If you do decide on carpets, stay way from cream colours and don’t spend too much on expensive carpets as the chances are you will have to renew these on a regular basis.

If you need any help with painting and decorating your rental property, give our decorators in London a call. We are experienced with decorating all different types of rental properties and we offer great rates for landlords that require regular property maintenance. Contact us today for a free quote and expert advice. For more great advice visit Painters and Decorators Southampton