Here are some tips and tricks you could use if you want to brighten a dark room.
The Brighter The Art, The Better
While dark rooms are usually considered cozy, adding vibrant artwork will elevate the look of the room. For instance, a bold and lively painting in yellow and fuchsia against travertine tiles could be a good idea.
Bring In The Colors Of The Sun
A tried-and-tested trick to making a dark space feel brighter is to fill it with the hues of the sun, like reds, yellows, and oranges.
Paint The Ceiling The Colors Of The Sky
By painting the ceiling a light blue, an optical illusion can be created which would make the room look much brighter than it actually is.
Embrace The Power Of A Colorful Rug
A big, colorful area rug is not only a solution for defining a definite area in a home. It can also be used to add personality and show off your aesthetics.
Hang Plenty Of Mirrors
Use mirrors to double the amount of sunlight in your room by allowing it to bounce off its reflective surfaces. Hang a mirror directly across the largest window in the room, or place several smaller mirrors to help brighten a dark staircase.
Nix The Heavy Curtains
There are a lot of window-treatment options on the market that offer privacy without turning your home into a vampire’s lair. Do away with heavy, dark curtains that absorb light, and instead go for translucent shades that allow sunshine to enter and spread across the room.
Add Metallics
Incorporating shiny gold or silver accessories is an easy way to transform a dreary space. Add metallic accessories such as a mirror, light fixture, piece of artwork, or even a decorative piece that has a way of reflecting light and making a design scheme feel more lavish.
Trim The Trees By Your Windows
If sunlight can’t reach your window, it certainly won’t be able to brighten your space. Make sure any plants or trees near your windows are trimmed often. Also, avoid planting trees on the southern side of your home (as the sun will be too high for the trees to offer shade in the summer, and in the winter, the plants will block your windows from the warmth of the sun).
