Maintaining the inside and outside of the building is an all-encompassing job for maintenance managers, often with the added pressure of lowering costs and increasing efficiency added to the mix. A fresh coat of paint can add a professional feel to the space, show clients a commitment to cleanliness, and certain paint colours can even improve employees’ moods and productivity.

Here are some of the colours that could help increase results in the office:

• Studies show that blue is the best colour for productivity and can improve concentration, stimulate thinking, and provide increased mental clarity. Don’t overdo it, though; a lot of blue can be bold, and that can be overwhelming. Choose accent walls or touches of blue in spaces like meeting rooms, research areas, or workspaces for best results.
• Bringing the outdoors inside with natural tones like green can help staff feel calmer and more relaxed. Use it in areas where employees spend a lot of time, as it has been shown to reduce anxiety and eye strain, and can help people feel comfortable.
• Yellow has been associated with encouraging optimism, creativity, enlightenment, and curiosity, and it complements natural light to provide a bright and cheery space. Add pops of yellow in creative spaces to motivate and inspire the team.
• Red can be a tricky colour, but used sparingly, it can energize the room. However, using it too much has been associated with aggression and anger. Splashes of red throughout the space can add a vibrancy and energy without adding chaos to the ambiance.
• Neutrals like ivory and beige (slightly less stark than white) can offer a fresh backdrop for foliage or art that can inspire creativity, and when combined with natural light, can provide a little warmth to the space.

Well-designed office spaces can often mean happier employees and increased productivity. Maintenance managers choosing specific paint colours to suit each space can help create a more pleasant  – and more sustainable – atmosphere for employees and improve company operations.