With so many different styles and sizes of rooms out there, you’re guaranteed to eventually find one that just feels too small. When you find yourself in a room that feels cramped rather than cozy and want to fix the problem without breaking your bank, consider some of the following tips for making a room look bigger on a limited budget.
Redo the Floors
Redoing the flooring in a small room is relatively affordable and can do a great job of tricking the eye. According to Tilemates Group, when trying to make a small room appear bigger, switch out the old flooring for something with larger panels. Installing large tiles or wide hardwood floor planks can create a much greater sense of depth and space. For added effectiveness, use alternating shades to create visual interest and strengthen the illusion of the space being larger than it actually is.
Paint the Room a Light Color
Another key tip to keep in mind while trying to make a room look bigger is that light paint colors create a sense of openness and clarity. Dark colors in larger rooms can be bold and inviting, but dark paints paired with a small space are going to feel claustrophobic.
For the best possible results, change the walls and ceilings of small rooms to bright or light colors. Not only can you use this to make the room look larger, but you can boost the universal appeal of the home as well. According to Martin Built Homes, design changes such as painting a room a brighter color can enhance your home’s resale value.
Install at Ceiling-Height
This useful tip can't be stressed enough! When you’re working with limited space, drawing the eye upwards can work just the type of magic you need. By installing shelving and curtains units up high, you create the opportunity to free up more space at eye level and make the room feel more spacious.
Elements of interest that are placed high up create an overall sense of loftiness as well. When you look at design features near the ceiling, it redirects your focus up. According to Armand’s Drapery, your curtain choices to make the space feel larger will also make your windows look bigger. An added perk of this approach is that it’s extremely customizable and highly affordable compared to other changes you could make. Just remember while you’re picking your curtains for smaller rooms you want to stick with light colors and fabrics to keep that airy feel.
Working with a small space can be tricky, especially when you’re trying to create a sense of openness and depth. However, by using large-scale flooring panels, light or bright colors, and tall curtains, and ceiling shelves, you can easily make the most of the space at hand.
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