With such a limited amount of space, people living in small houses might find small rooms challenging to decorate. Thankfully, there’s an easy way to design small rooms so that they look bigger: color.
Certain colors can create the illusion that a small room is big or that it’s not that small as initially thought. Not all colors work the same way, though; putting the wrong color in a small room might make it look even smaller.
Colors to Try
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White: White generally makes a lot of rooms seem bigger. While the actual floor area doesn’t change in measurements, white walls and ceilings help reflect light flowing through windows and doors, making any space look bigger than it actually is. For an added effect, use white paint in bright rooms.
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Black: Dark colors, primarily black, give naturally dark rooms a grand appearance, especially if the ceilings are painted dark as well. Additionally, dark hues provide such rooms with an intimate feel, which more than makes up for the small space of the room.
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Pink: Pink is perfect when conducting bedroom or bathroom renovation, especially for those rooms that face the sunset. Complement this bright and lively color with beige and ivory for maximum effect.
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Taupe: For those who want a bright room but prefer not to use white, lighter hues like taupe will work. Taupe gives an elegant look to small rooms, particularly plain rooms without any additional features. This color is best accented with white and other neutral colors.
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Gray: Like taupe, gray is the perfect choice for those who want a bright room but do not like white. Gray feels cool to the eyes and makes rooms look bigger than they are.
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Navy: Unlike black, navy works well in rooms with little natural light. It adds drama and depth to a room. It’s perfect for kitchens, libraries and other places that feature cabinets and large furniture.
If you want to make your home look bigger than it does now, call your kitchen renovation experts at the Trust Company at (951) 225-3754. You can also fill out our contact form.