“buyers either love it or run for the hills”
That’s the truth right there. I’ve seen houses with purple doors, neon mailbox posts, and even a yard full of those plastic flamingos (don’t ask). Some folks just want something different, and honestly, it can be a breath of fresh air after seeing the same beige-on-beige everywhere.
I get the hesitation, though. When our HOA tried to push for “festive” mailbox wraps one year, half the street looked like a Christmas explosion and the other half just grumbled until it blew over. But you know what? People still talk about it, and it’s kind of a running joke now.
Rainbow gutters might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but sometimes those quirks end up being the thing you remember most. Worst case, it’s just paint—nothing a weekend and a ladder can’t fix down the road.
Honestly, I kind of love when a house stands out, even if it’s just for a season. I remember repainting our shutters bright teal one summer—half the neighbors thought I’d lost it, but it made the place feel more “us.” If you ever do get stuck with rainbow gutters, here’s a tip: use exterior-grade spray paint and painter’s tape for crisp lines. It’s way easier than brushwork, and you can always go back to classic white if you change your mind. Sometimes those wild ideas end up being the best stories later on...
Rainbow gutters, huh? That’s definitely a new one for me, but I get where you’re coming from.
- Love how you said,
Couldn’t agree more. Some of my favorite flips started out with colors or features I thought were too much at first.“Sometimes those wild ideas end up being the best stories later on...”
- Exterior spray paint is a game-changer—saves so much time and gives a cleaner look, especially on tricky spots like gutters.
- It’s your space, after all. If the HOA wants rainbows, might as well have some fun with it. Worst case, it’s just paint—you can always switch it up later.
- Honestly, neighbors come around once they see you’ve put in the effort. Sometimes it even starts a new trend on the block...
Rainbow gutters are a bold move, but honestly, I kinda love the idea. Worst case, you end up with the most cheerful house on the block—best case, you start a trend and everyone’s in on it by next year. I once painted a client’s front door hot pink (their idea, not mine), and now half their street has wild colors. People get used to it way faster than you’d think... or at least they stop complaining after a while.
People get used to it way faster than you’d think... or at least they stop complaining after a while.
That’s been my experience too. I once bought a duplex where the previous owner went wild with color—bright teal trim, yellow doors, you name it. At first, neighbors grumbled, but after a few months, it just became part of the street’s character. Funny how what seems “out there” at first can end up being a selling point. Sometimes a little boldness pays off, even if the HOA needs some convincing.
