Whether you're a DIY expert or prefer to hire a professional, painting is an easy and affordable way to give your home a makeover. The right paint color can completely transform the atmosphere of a room. According to top interior designers, choosing neutral colors like white, beige, taupe, and grays can also make your home sell faster. These colors are also more attractive to potential buyers who want the freedom to add their own personal touches. On the flip side, bold and vibrant paint colors can be risky as they may not appeal to everyone's taste.

In a recent survey, gray and beige emerged as the most popular colors for a home's exterior, with 30% and 26% of respondents favoring these shades, respectively. Clearly, neutrals hold the key to unlocking the full potential of your home. Whether you are preparing for a sale or simply looking to refresh your walls, there is a shade out there that is perfect for you.

1. Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) A very neutrally “greige” color that works with any décor style

2. Sherwin-Williams Alabaster (SW 7008) A light & airy color which will give you a nice, soft white

3. Benjamin Moore Gray Mist (OC-30) A great mix between tan & gray and is a lovely contract to your white trim

4. Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore (SW 7069) A very crisp, black color that is great for shutters and exterior accents

5. Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace (OC-65) A warm, but bright, white that is extremely popular with stagers & interior designers.

6. Sherwin-Williams Accessible Beige (SW 7036) A lovely, warm tone that looks great in most interiors and is very universal

7. Sherwin-Williams Snowbound (SW 7004) A very pure white, but not stark white