Paint Policy and Procedures

As a Lewis-McChord Communities resident, you are allowed to paint the interior walls of your home any color you choose. If you choose to paint, please follow the established painting guidelines below.

Wall color must be returned back to the original move-in color prior to move-out. The list of the original wall colors by community is available from your District Office.

If the walls are painted dark or bright colors a primer is typically needed in order to return the walls to the original. We recommend using a good primer to cover darker colors before the original wall colors are applied. To pass inspection all of the colors must be covered, with no bleeding through.

Wall texturing of any kind is not permitted.

Painting of ceilings is not allowed.

Any over painting on cabinets, cove base, flooring, fixtures, or ceilings will result in charges upon move out.

Touch-Up Of Original Paint Color:

We understand that from time to time a resident may want to touch up the walls in their home. For this reason, Lewis- McChord Communities will provide up to 1 quart of paint. You may request this by calling in a work order to 253.912.3500. The paint will then be delivered to your home by a maintenance technician.

You were not expected to paint during your term of residency unless you have painted the walls a color other than the original wall color. However, if there are marks or graffiti on the walls, this will need to be removed prior to move out or charges will apply.

Use Of Nails, Screws And Wall Anchors:

You may use nails, screws, and expansion shields to hang pictures, mirrors, shelves, and like objects, with the understanding that prior to move out; all nails and screws must be removed.

Holes In Walls Or Other Surfaces:

Holes in walls larger than a dime are considered damage and will result in a charge to the resident. Residents can call in a work order to repair the holes; however, applicable charges will still apply. Residents can attempt to repair the holes themselves, with the understanding that the patched portion of the wall must blend into the remainder of the wall. Failure to repair the wall to the original conditions will result in a charge to the resident at the time of move-out.