9 ways to brighten a dark home
If your home doesn’t get a lot of natural light, it’s this time of year that it starts to get positively gloomy. Not every home is flooded with natural light, but luckily, these decorating tricks can make a huge difference. No demolition necessary - it's all about...
1. Paint it white (or something pale)
2. Use the old mirror trick to make rooms look bigger and brighter
3. Keep it simple and get rid of clutter and dark furniture
4. Use open shelves to create depth
5. Use light-coloured, metallic or reflective fittings and surfaces
6. Use art, plants, decorative items and other brightly coloured accents
7. Install more lighting and use it in interesting ways
8. Install a solar tube or skylight to bring in natural light
9. Install glass exterior doors and bigger windows
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