These budget-friendly tips will transform your space without breaking the bank or tearing down walls.
1. Work some mirror magic
Mirrors can instantly transform a dark room. Put a big mirror right across from your window and watch it bounce light everywhere. Or scatter smaller mirrors around your lamps to double their brightness. The trick is positioning them so they’re reflecting light into those shadowy corners, not just showing you more wall.
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2. Choose a light shade of paint for your walls
Dark walls are basically light vampires. Light colours reflect way more light back into your room, so think whites, soft greys or warm creams. That goes for the ceiling and floor, too.
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3. Mix up your lighting
One overhead light trying to do all the work? That’s not it. You want to layer different types of lighting throughout your space. Think table lamps, floor lamps, maybe some wall sconces. Having multiple light sources at different heights eliminates those harsh shadows and makes everything feel so much cozier and brighter. Also, choose warm lighting over cold blue-ish lighting.
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4. Let the light in
Heavy curtains are light blockers and can make a room feel dense and dark. Swap them with sheer panels that let light through while still giving you privacy. And here’s something most people forget: dirty windows can block up to 40% of your light. Give them a good cleaning inside and out and trim back any plants outside that might be blocking light.
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5. Choose the right decor
Your furniture and decor can also influence how light and airy your room feels. If you’ve got a dark leather couch, consider covering it with a pale throw and upgrade any dark mahogany furniture with a lighter layer of paint (such as sage or taupe).
Words: Robyn MacLarty
Image: Unsplash
