7 Surprising Places in Your Home That Need a Paint Refresh These overlooked areas deserve a fresh coat of paint. Close Credit: Studio Light and Shade / Getty Images Key Points Small, often-overlooked areas like trim, sills, and baseboards can make or break a room’s polished look. Refreshing door frames, window sills, and baseboards with durable finishes keeps rooms looking clean, bright, and intentional. Painting hidden spots—like closets, cupboard interiors, and behind furniture—adds brightness and makes spaces feel fresher and more complete. When you think of painting projects around the house, you probably imagine the big picture—walls and ceilings. To do a painting job the right way, you need to focus on all the nooks and crannies and avoid overlooking the details. These overlooked areas make the biggest difference in how the room looks and feels once you're finished. A quick refresh of these spots, like door frames, trim, baseboards, window sills, closet interiors, and more, can transform your home without the cost of a full repaint. These areas tend to need more frequent attention due to neglect, overuse, and scuffs. To learn more about these overlooked spots that are in serious need of a good paint job, we spoke to Jessie Brooks, a product manager at Davincified, a premium painting platform. "People spend hours choosing the perfect wall color, then wonder why the room still feels tired,” says Brooks. “Nine times out of ten, it's because the trim is chipped, the skirting boards are grimy, or the window sills are showing their age. These small details frame everything else in the room.” Ahead, Brooks shares firsthand how giving these areas a little attention will elevate your home's look. 14 Easy—and Impactful—Home Upgrades That Cost Less Than $100 Door Frames and Trim Door frames receive more wear and tear than you might think. Every time someone leans against the frame, hits it with bags, or simply runs their hands along it adds layers of dirt and scuffs. "When they're scuffed or yellowing, it cheapens the entire space," says Brooks. "A fresh coat of paint here makes everything look sharper and more intentional.” To freshen up this area, Brooks recommends using a semi-gloss or satin finish paint because it's durable and easy to wipe clean. Skirting Boards and Baseboards Freshen up your skirting boards and baseboards and get rid of all the scuff marks. Kids are prone to bumping into them because they're at eye level, and pets sometimes will chew them during their teething stage. The chips and marks can be more noticeable over time, so cleaning them up with a durable eggshell or semi-gloss finish is essential. Window Sills Window sills are constantly exposed to intense sunlight and moisture from condensation, leading them to fade, crack, and peel. To clean up this area of your home with a fresh paint job, Brooks suggests using a moisture-resistant paint with a satin or gloss finish that matches your trim for a cohesive look. Don't Miss Painting Your Ceiling? This Genius Trick Prevents Drips and Splatter How to Clean Walls Before Painting—and Why You Should Never Skip This Step Radiator Covers If you live in a northern region, you most likely have a radiator in your room or living room; don't forget to repaint it. Chipped and discolored radiator paint stands out, so giving it a refresh is a must. “Radiators are functional, but they don't have to be eyesores,” says Brooks. “A quick refresh can blend them into your décor or even turn them into a feature.” To repaint, use a radiator-specific paint. This will prevent it from turning yellow or cracking due to heat. Closet and Pantry Interiors While not many guests will have a peek inside your closets or pantry, dingy or peeling paint is still not a good look. Painting the interiors is a low-cost project that provides a cleaner and more organized feel. Bright white or light pastel colors work well here, as they reflect light, making small spaces feel bigger, says Brooks. Behind Furniture During a deep clean or room rearrangement, you might find that there are scuffed walls or damaged baseboards that were once hidden behind large furniture. Repaint these areas for a polished look. That way, if you ever decide to rearrange the room again, you know there are no hidden patches that need fixing. Cupboard Edges and Interiors Kitchen and bathroom cupboard edges and interiors receive traffic daily. Scuffs and grime become inevitable, so refreshing these areas improves the look and feel dramatically without the cost of replacing the units. For interiors, Brooks recommends choosing a wipe-clean satin finish in a white or a soft neutral color. For edges and exteriors, match your existing color, or you can switch it up and go bold with a trendy new shade. Explore more: Home Home Design & Decor Interior Paint Colors & Palettes