Manipulating the lighting in a room is the best strategy to brighten it up. By installing mirrors and strategically placing lights, you can greatly brighten up a room. Choosing white or neutral colors for the walls and ceiling is also a great way to brighten up a room. Meanwhile in the selection of furniture, look for furniture that is sleek and modern. In addition, try to minimize the use of accessories in the room to make it feel more spacious and bright.
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Method 1 of 4: Manipulating Lighting
Step 1. Install the mirror opposite the window
Mirrors are one of the most effective things to brighten a dark room. Try installing a mirror directly opposite a large window.
Installing a desk mirror or wall mirror next to the window will also help brighten the room
Step 2. Place wall lamps in every corner of the room
Wall lights can distribute more light than ceiling lights. Try placing wall lamps in at least three corners of the room. The light emitted from this lamp will bounce off the surrounding walls and ceilings thereby increasing the brightness in the room.
Also, replace dimmed light bulbs with bulbs that have a higher dilution number, especially dark bulbs
Step 3. Place the bookshelf perpendicular to the wall of the window
In other words, place the bookshelf on the wall that is right next to the windowed wall. Bookshelves placed next to the window will actually absorb the incoming light.
Also try to reduce the number of books and accessories on the shelves
Step 4. Prune trees and shrubs near windows
Bushes and trees growing near or in front of windows will block light from entering. So, make sure to prune these shrubs and trees regularly. That way, you can ensure that light can enter the room through the window.
Step 5. Clean the windows of the room regularly
Since dust, dirt, and smudges can block light from entering, clean the inside and outside of windows once or twice a month, or as needed. Use a window or glass cleaning product to do this. Clean windows let in more light, brightening your room.
Method 2 of 4: Painting the Walls and Ceiling
Step 1. Use white or neutral colors
Your room can be greatly brightened by the use of white or neutral colors in it. Use white, light gray, or light brown paint on the walls to brighten up the room.
If white or neutral colors are too boring for you, choose a pastel version of your favorite color, such as blue or pastel green
Step 2. Use white paint for the ceiling
The color of the ceiling will greatly affect the lighting and brightness of the room. If you choose white or neutral, be sure to paint the ceiling white. Meanwhile, if you choose pastel colors, make sure to use lighter pastel shades for the ceiling.
If there are wooden pegs on the ceiling, paint them white to brighten up your room even more
Step 3. Limit the use of bold colors to decoration
If you must use bold, bold colors, limit their use to decoration, for example on doors, window frames, and ceiling coverings (list). You can also add color in the room without reducing the brightness, by placing colorful decorations such as seat cushions, pillows, carpets, candles, lampshades, vases, and colorful artwork.
For example, use paint in your favorite color for doors and window frames. However, still use white for the walls and ceiling of the room
Method 3 of 4: Choosing Furniture
Step 1. Choose sleek furniture
Replace bulky, fat furniture with sleek, sleek furniture. Choose furniture with smooth lines and slender legs. Today, many modern furniture like this.
In addition, try to minimize the use of furniture in the room. For example, just place the sofa, guest table, and corner table
Step 2. Choose light colored furniture
Neutral or light colored furniture can go a long way in brightening up a room. For example, choose white, gray, or light brown sofas and chairs.
Step 3. Avoid using dark and thick curtains
Heavy curtains will block out the light. So, opt for sheer or see-through curtains instead. You can also use roman shade curtains or swivel curtains (blinds) to brighten up the room while maintaining privacy.
Step 4. Choose a clear guest table and corner table
You'll be amazed at how brightly colored parlor tables and corner tables can really brighten up a room. Instead of using a heavy wood color table, choose a glass, acrylic, or lucite table.
Method 4 of 4: Using Accessories
Step 1. Choose a light colored display
When choosing displays for the room, choose light and bright colors. White or neutral colored displays are also great. Meanwhile, place dark colored displays in a room that is already naturally bright.
Step 2. Choose a light colored rug
If you use hardwood floors or dark rugs throughout the room, a small light-colored rug should help brighten the room. Meanwhile, white or neutral carpets in some areas of the room can instantly brighten up a dark room.
Step 3. Minimize the use of accessories in the room
Just like furniture, the use of too many accessories will make the room feel cramped so that it feels narrower and darker. Just pick some interesting accessories and place them separately throughout the room.
