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Choosing Your New Paint Colors – Let This DC Relocation Specialist Help!

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Real Estate Agent with RLAH RE LLC DC AB15253

Choosing your new paint colors is one of the fun parts of moving to a new home in Washington DC. Let this DC relocation specialist help! You want to get the painter in right after closing so you can move in asap – but you probably have limited access to your new home now that the home inspection has been completed. Most contracts to purchase only allow you in twice – once for the home inspection and once for the pre-settlement walk-through. Here are some websites which can assist (at least a little) in choosing your new paint colors before you go to closing.

Websites and more for Choosing Your New Paint Colors

As you start to imagine moving into your new home in Washington DC, are you thinking of what colors you are going to choose to paint the rooms in your new home?   Check out the Sherwin Williams  website and the Benjamin Moore site.  As a relocation specialist, I love these sites that let you upload photos and then change the paint colors to see which you want to use when you paint your new home.  Another site to check out is the Behr site which also lets you visual paint colors in your new home.

If you just aren’t sure which way to go, you might start with the Sherwin Williams Paint Color Personality Quiz.  This quiz is ideal for those looking to gain insight into their unique style preferences and how they can use their unique likes and dislikes to create rooms that express their individualism. By taking the quiz, users can discover the colors that speak to their personality and learn about other elements such as pattern, texture, furniture shape, and more. The quiz consists of about 10-12 different questions designed to help users understand the types of colors that best reflect their character. Based on these answers, the quiz then reveals a personalized color palette that reflects the user’s taste and preference.

When I took the quiz, it told me that my wandering spirit can’t be contained, but it can be reflected in my personal space. I’m unique, daring and always excited by new possibilities. I won’t apologize for your individuality.  Then it gave me my color ID!  The quiz was brief and visual – no real thinking involved! Definitely fun.

If You need Help Choosing Your New Paint Colors!

Of course, your home will look completely different from the way it looks now once you move your own furniture in and create your identity there – but it is still fun to play around with these sites while you are waiting for the big closing day!  There are so many choices you can imagine – from paint colors to new flooring to bathroom and kitchen remodels!

If you need recommendations for any contractors, like painters or flooring companies, please let me know! I love helping you find reasonably priced and professional trades people who will give you all the attention you deserve.

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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Apex Realtors, LLC ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
Educating. Encouraging. Serving.

Lise Howe 

You offer some good websites which can assist in choosing your new paint colors before you go to closing, especially if you can't assess the home before closing.

Jun 09, 2026 12:20 PM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

As easy as many believe choosing paint colors to be, it really is a big decision. 

Jun 09, 2026 01:11 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Hello Lise... as Dr. Paula McDonald said, choosing paint colors is a big decision... and not as easy as people might think. You offer some great suggestions.

Jun 09, 2026 01:59 PM
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

I'm horrible at picking paint colors, Lise Howe. Many times when they go on and dry I wish we had picked a different one or a shade lighter or darker....lol

Jun 09, 2026 05:02 PM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Paint is certainly the fastest and also the cheapest way to upgrade and change the feel of a home.

Jun 09, 2026 09:36 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Lise, great post, and most buyers do want to paint after closing.   Interesting your contract states only two visits, in Denver we never had that.   I always wanted to FEEL the home first, live in it, and then choose colors.

Jun 10, 2026 01:06 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Wednesday morning, Lise. This is good information to share with home buyers and home sellers.

Jun 10, 2026 06:10 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

What a helpful breakdown of ways to explore paint colors before move‑in day, Lise Howe. It’s amazing how those tools take a little of the guesswork out of the process, and your take on the quiz made me smile. Thanks for sharing something so practical and fun for anyone gearing up for a fresh start!

Jun 10, 2026 08:56 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

That is good advice!  When it was time to paint my house, I relied upon the advice of an expert.  I described what I wanted, and she chose the right colors.  It turned out really good!

Jun 10, 2026 09:34 AM