8 Ways to Update an Antique Home That Don't Take Away From Its Charm

When I first moved into our home, it was clear that the walls had not been painted in a very long time. Besides the fact that they were in desperate need of a touch-up, the original paint color was a drab and yellowing antique beige. I felt depressed every time I went in a room and the color made our beautiful woodwork seem tarnished by comparison. In deciding to paint the whole house, we chose a soft and more contemporary gray color. Immediately our rooms felt brighter, less dingy, and transformed into the modern era.