Best Paint Colours to Increase Your Home’s Value in Queensland

The holidays are creeping in, and let’s be honest, a bunch of you are already eyeing off the paint aisle at Bunnings like it’s calling your name. Especially if you’ve got the “might sell in the new year” thought brewing.

So before you grab whatever white is on special, here are the paint secrets that actually move the needle when it comes to resale.

First Impressions Happen Fast!

Buyers don’t see memories; they see potential. A fresh coat of paint helps them picture themselves living there.

According to Hunter Coast Painting:

“Painting your rooms and trims a pleasant, neutral colour will help the property to photograph better… you can increase the asking price of your home by up to 5%.”

That’s five %, just by swapping out tired walls for modern neutrals.

The Colours That Sell in Queensland

Australia’s light is different; sharper, brighter, and more unforgiving. Greys that looked great online can fall flat in our sunshine.

That’s why Dulux colour experts say:

“The colours people are gravitating towards in 2025 are warmer, richer tones, moving away from the grey era.”

Think warm whites, greige, and soft, earthy shades. They photograph beautifully, look fresh, and suit everything from a Queenslander to a modern brick.

Exterior winners:

Main: Dulux Dieskau, Tranquil Retreat, White Exchange Half

Trim: Dulux Vivid White, Lexicon Quarter

Accents: Dulux Basalt or Monument for contrast

Interior bestsellers:

• Dulux Natural White – timeless and resale-ready
• Dulux Snowy Mountains Half – bright but not sterile
• Dulux Hog Bristle Quarter – a warm pairing for timber floors

Style Isn’t Guesswork — It’s Psychology

Ross North Homes sums it up perfectly:

Translation: You’re not painting for yourself, you’re painting for the next buyer.

Colour creates calm, flow, and perceived space — three things that help homes sell faster and for more.

Little Moves, Big Results

• Refresh your front door with Deep Ocean or Forest Green for a high-impact entry.

• Update trims in semi-gloss white instant polish.

• Stick to a three-colour rule outside (main, trim, accent).

• Test swatches in natural light, Queensland sun changes everything.

• Hire a professional, neat edges scream “well-kept home.”

The Real Way to Think About Paint

A well-chosen paint job isn’t a vanity project. It’s a marketing tool. It frames your home in its best light, adds perceived value, and helps buyers fall in love faster.

Advance Painting puts it best:

At RealWay, we see it all the time: sellers who spend a few grand on paint often make it back several times over. It’s the easiest investment you’ll ever make in your property’s presentation.