Q: True or False? Wall color should be neutral in order to sell a house.

A: FALSE

We've all seen it. Staged homes with walls painted either Linen White, Accessible Beige, or our least favorite, Navajo White. But look at the photos of this row house that Stylism staged in Alexandria. The minty, sage green walls in the living room are a myth buster to that old school, neutral Staging 101 rule.

While neutral paint can brighten up a dark space or highlight architectural details, using color on the walls can also enhance the overall feeling of a home. In these photos the wall color works because the decor is neutral and not overly personal. The green acts to compliment the contrasting orange accents creating a mood that home buyers will remember. Maybe that is how this one sold so quickly...