Anonymous wrote:OP,

If you like to paint, know that painting a mural is hard work. But the painting can be done in a weekend. Research the type of paint you should use as well as what paint to buy in case you hate it and want to paint over. Get everything ready b/f hand--paints, brushes, drop cloths, painters tape, whatever supplies you need. I wouldn't expect help from your DH other than to help move furniture out. So make sure he's out and about doing something fun.



Lastly, I would rent, buy, or borrow an old-fashioned projector, e.g.,:
http://www.amazon.com/3M-Projector-There-projectors-1880/dp/B000067O73/ref=lp_300335_1_12/184-1261946-3378267?s=office-electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1444060622&sr=1-12

Draw out what you want to paint and project it on the wall. You can use a light pencil to trace b/f you paint which will make it easier to paint. It will make it a zillion times easier to paint accurately to scale.

Anonymous wrote:Thank you! I am surprised by the negative responses, but they are helpful to keep in mind if I ever do sell the house. I will need to paint over the murals, which is a reality check. I was thinking that everyone would love my art soooo much! Currently my house has a wonderful floor plan and is a neutral paradise. I feel like a renter, that's how neutral and void of personality it is. I was hoping this would make it feel more "mine.:

Here are more murals that I like:

Anonymous wrote:Some of these posters are a combo of insane, mean and tasteless. The mural is fine, not my personal style, but nice. I've been to countless open houses and believe me a freaking mural is not a deal breaker. Most people here seem to have cheap, dated traditional furniture or cheap ikea. The mural at least adds some charm.

Anonymous wrote:Am i living in looney world that you all think this is a good idea? That is some of the ugliest shit i've ever seen. If i was house hunting and saw it, it would be a turnoff. That said, i've flipped many a house and have a good idea for seeing bones and would obviously know i could paint over it. But other house hunters, even with your little sign, would be so affected by the ugliness of it that it would subconsciously affect their take-away of the rest of the house. Assuming a $800k house, I'd guess that it would lower your house value by $20k. Paint it over before selling.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Am i living in looney world that you all think this is a good idea? That is some of the ugliest shit i've ever seen. If i was house hunting and saw it, it would be a turnoff. That said, i've flipped many a house and have a good idea for seeing bones and would obviously know i could paint over it. But other house hunters, even with your little sign, would be so affected by the ugliness of it that it would subconsciously affect their take-away of the rest of the house. Assuming a $800k house, I'd guess that it would lower your house value by $20k. Paint it over before selling.

Do you think ugly wallpaper in one room would reduce a house's value by 20k? Really?

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Am i living in looney world that you all think this is a good idea? That is some of the ugliest shit i've ever seen. If i was house hunting and saw it, it would be a turnoff. That said, i've flipped many a house and have a good idea for seeing bones and would obviously know i could paint over it. But other house hunters, even with your little sign, would be so affected by the ugliness of it that it would subconsciously affect their take-away of the rest of the house. Assuming a $800k house, I'd guess that it would lower your house value by $20k. Paint it over before selling.

Do you think ugly wallpaper in one room would reduce a house's value by 20k? Really?

Anonymous wrote:Am i living in looney world that you all think this is a good idea? That is some of the ugliest shit i've ever seen. If i was house hunting and saw it, it would be a turnoff. That said, i've flipped many a house and have a good idea for seeing bones and would obviously know i could paint over it. But other house hunters, even with your little sign, would be so affected by the ugliness of it that it would subconsciously affect their take-away of the rest of the house. Assuming a $800k house, I'd guess that it would lower your house value by $20k. Paint it over before selling.

Anonymous wrote:OP, have fun painting. Just make sure no wall scones or electric outlets are growing out of the trees/grass.