Brighten up your home with a fresh coat of paint

If you are thinking about buying a property to rent out to tenants, it is important to ensure your rental home is as appealing as possible.

And in addition to the basics, like the number of bedrooms or the size of the living area, you'll want to keep the needs and wants of your tenants in mind.

In some cases, this can mean taking time to perform some basic repairs and maintenance on your property - modernising the kitchen, for example, or swapping out dated light fixtures for sleek and understated ones.

But before you commit to any major repairs, you might be surprised at just how far a simple coat of paint can go.

A fresh lick of paint can help brighten up any space - and can hide marks from photos or furniture that may have been left behind by previous residents.

Paint can also help to protect the life of your investment - for example, anti-damp paint can help to prevent unsightly - and hazardous - mould from taking hold in damp spaces, such as bathrooms or laundry rooms.

And if you're really looking to stand out from the crowd when it comes to attracting tenants, why not look beyond basic white and try a unique colour on for size - it could be the perfect solution for those landlords who want to make an impact.