The holidays are right around the corner and when it comes to your home, a few simple updates can make a huge difference.
This blog is for anyone who is planning to and host friends and family, decorate for the season, and/or wants their home to feel inviting!
As professional painters, we understand the magical combo: clean walls, the right color, and beautiful lighting. Here’s how to get your home holiday-ready — without a full remodel.
1. Refresh The Paint in High-Traffic Areas
Your entryway, kitchen, and living room see a lot of traffic during the holidays! Scuffed walls, faded trim, and dull finishes can make even a decorated home feel tired and worn. Let’s make sure your home feels cozy and inviting.
Focus on touchpoints such as doors, trim, and walls. A fresh coat instantly makes your space feel cleaner and more welcoming.
Some color ideas:
- Soft white & creamy neutrals → clean, classic backdrop for holiday décor.
- Warm greige or tan → adds cozy depth without feeling too heavy.
2. Use Lighting to Create Mood
Lighting sets the tone during the shorter, darker months. Even the most beautifully painted walls can look flat under harsh bulbs.
Here’s what you can do to create a cozy, holiday home:
- Swap cool bulbs for warm (2700K–3000K) for a cozier glow. No flourescents!
- Add accent lighting — small lamps and candles.
- Use dimmers to instantly shift from bright daytime to soft evening ambiance.
3. Brighten Up the Exterior
You know that vision of a beautiful home-for-the-holidays Hallmark house? It starts with the exterior!
Your home’s exterior is the first thing guests see.
Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving or hanging holiday lights, a clean, well-lit exterior says “welcome” before anyone steps inside.
Easy curb appeal upgrades:
- Power wash siding and walkways to make surfaces shine again.
- Touch up peeling paint on doors, trim, and shutters.
- Add holiday lighting — classic white for elegance, or color for fun.
Our partner, Light Your Night, installs professional holiday lighting that looks stunning and saves you the ladder climb.
4. Finish with Small Touches
Once your paint and lighting are refreshed, the rest is easy.
Add cozy layers with throws, garland and wreathes, and natural accents like pinecones.
A few simple changes can make your home feel completely new for the holidays — no major renovation required!
Holiday prep doesn’t have to mean chaos or big projects.
A little paint, the right lighting, and some thoughtful details can completely transform how your home feels his season.
We help homeowners bring warmth, beauty, and brightness to every space — just in time for the holidays.
