Natural light gives your home some life. Unfortunately, not all houses or rooms within a house get this. The location and surroundings, as well as the home’s architecture, could see certain areas disadvantaged when it comes to lighting. This calls for creative ways of getting these rooms to appear bright.
Here are some important aspects for you to consider to achieve better lighting for your home:
Color Choice
When it comes to your choice of wall colors, opt for those that reflect light as opposed to those absorbing it. Rich neutrals, tans, and warm rusty colors improve the brightness of a room. White, cream, and mushroom gray are great examples. Add splashes of different colors to build focus on specific parts of the walls and ceiling. Adopt an appropriate color scheme so that there is a balance between the painting and room décor items. Rugs and carpets can also play a part in the brightness of a dark room. Add light colors to the floor to give it a light lift. White-painted floorboards work great.
Windows
Windows play a significant role in the lighting of a house. Where they are small, the amount of light coming is minimal. Dense and dark curtains also absorb natural lighting, which affects how much of it gets in the room. To promote natural lighting, use light and brightly-colored fabrics for the curtains. In case light curtains aren’t suitable for your windows or you need some privacy, opt for shutters. When the issue is the size, talk to a window specialist in Kansas City or any other city to discuss the viability of expansion.
Mirrors
Mirrors have a reflective effect. If you place them strategically within a room, they will distribute available light around. A large mirror opposite a door helps sprinkle light across the room. The more mirrors you have, the greater the effect. To amplify it, place two mirrors of the same size opposite each other. They will create reflections that give a sense of more space in a room while making it brighter.
For short hallways, placing a mirror on one end makes it look longer. Another trick is to place one next to a window to give an illusion of one big window while also reflecting light. Using reflective surfaces is appropriate for brightening the kitchen.
Lighting Fixtures
Small rooms, enclosed areas, and corner spaces such as the closet, hanging and dressing areas may not have windows. They often end up dark and hard to use. Recessed and pendant lighting fixtures bring in the much-needed light. When these are not suitable, try LED rod lighting in your closet. You could also add mirrors or reflective surfaces or install a clerestory window to let more light into the area without losing space.
When aiming at brightening and lighting up a dark room, understanding the dynamics involved is important. The windows, surrounding colors, fabrics within an area, and size all affect how a room appears. When you play around with these elements, you will achieve a more vibrant house and keep the occupants happy.
