{"id":1802,"date":"2023-05-10T13:00:08","date_gmt":"2023-05-10T19:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/?p=1802"},"modified":"2023-12-15T12:23:23","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T18:23:23","slug":"how-to-brighten-up-a-room","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/blog\/how-to-brighten-up-a-room\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Brighten Up a Room: 3 Tips for Dark Spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1803\" src=\"https:\/\/turnstyle-consign.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-header-1024x613.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-header-1024x613.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-header-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-header-768x460.png 768w, https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-header.png 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When considering how to brighten up a dark room, the most obvious way isn\u2019t always the most feasible \u2014 you can\u2019t always install new windows to let in more sunlight. On the bright side (pun intended), you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brighten a dark room through decorative changes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, transforming its entire feel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you need to transform dark and dreary into light and airy, here are some of the biggest difference makers:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Get Painting<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since white is the brightest color out there, it is the best paint color for a naturally dark room. It\u2019s the kind of color that goes with anything, so it\u2019s not hard to match it with your d\u00e9cor. While some might say white is a boring choice, it creates an optimistic atmosphere. As soon as you set foot in a white room, you\u2019re more likely to feel a sense of order, cleanliness and general happiness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t have to stop at the walls when you\u2019re painting a room. The ceiling is an underutilized surface that matters just as much as any wall. A white ceiling makes rooms feel significantly taller than they otherwise would. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to note that not all whites are the same \u2014 shades such as ivory or off-white are nice in their own right, but when the goal is creating a brighter atmosphere, bright white is the way to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re renting or otherwise unable to paint, you may want to consider using white <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peel-and-stick wallpaper<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is renter friendly<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> since it leaves no residue behind.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Choose Furniture Wisely<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1804\" src=\"https:\/\/turnstyle-consign.local\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-choose-furniture-1024x695.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-choose-furniture-1024x695.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-choose-furniture-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-choose-furniture-768x521.png 768w, https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/ts-choose-furniture.png 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a huge difference between heavy furniture and light furniture, at least when it comes to the feel of a room. Furniture that features extensive woodwork might look luxurious and elegant, but in a room that lacks significant sunlight, it can create a drab ambiance. The same goes for furniture that is stuffed to the brim. A room with limited light will feel even more constrained if the majority of space is taken up by furniture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With limited light, a little bit of minimalism goes a long way. Instead of heavy couches, recliners or coffee tables, choose thinner, lighter and brighter options for your room. With today\u2019s contemporary design tastes, it shouldn\u2019t be difficult to find a sleek item without unnecessary frills. For example, look at a light, glass coffee table instead of dark, wood options, as it will be extra mobile and light will pass right through it. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streamlining your furniture gives you more room to walk around, and it gives light more room to fill the space.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Utilize Mirrors<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for a powerful tool to maximize light in a room? Mirrors can help get the job done. These pieces of home d\u00e9cor are more than a simple decoration \u2014 they create optical illusions throughout a space. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re wondering <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to brighten a dark room with mirrors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s easier than you might think. Simply putting a mirror on the wall can make a room feel larger and lighter, tricking the brain into thinking there is more space and more light than what actually exists. When you can\u2019t remodel a room to increase the window count, adding mirrors is the next best option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can maximize the light-enhancing effects of mirrors by strategically placing them around a room. Locate the largest window in the space, and place a mirror directly opposite of it. The limited sunlight that enters the room will bounce off the mirror and add to the brightness of the space. At first glance, a mirror can look like just another window, so open up your space by adding several of them throughout the room.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Create Your Space<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to give your room a new, lighter feel? You don\u2019t have to break the bank to make it happen; head to your<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnstyleconsign.com\/locations\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nearest Turn Style location<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find the furniture and d\u00e9cor that will make your space feel brighter than ever. Visit us today! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When considering how to brighten up a dark room, the most obvious way isn\u2019t always the most feasible \u2014 you can\u2019t always install new windows to let in more sunlight. On the bright side (pun intended), you can brighten a dark room through decorative changes, transforming its entire feel. 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