Natural lighting plays a huge role when designing rooms that are airy and comfortable. Many homes are built with darker floors and fixtures, creating eye-catching contrast but darkening the overall area. You don't have to live in a home that's too dark for your tastes. Try out these easy design ideas to bring more natural lighting into your bedroom.
Light Furniture
Creating an aesthetic design for your bedroom often takes some serious planning and thoughtful purchases. Choose furniture pieces with light colors and refreshing designs. Avoid putting any furniture, especially tall furniture, too close to the windows or doors as it can block sunlight from entering. Too many dark pieces can cast whole corners into shadow and make the bedroom feel smaller. Instead, choose light colored pieces that will reflect the existing natural light around the room.
Window Treatments
Your bedroom windows will be the main, and likely only, source of natural light. However, leaving them uncovered could compromise your privacy. Your choice of shades should give you the necessary privacy without completely shutting the room into darkness.
Roller shades are a good option because they come in a variety of colors and levels of opaqueness, shielding your room from outside eyes while keeping the lighting natural and fresh. They can easily be adjusted to fit your lighting needs and won't make a huge dent in your budget. Maximize the natural lighting in your bedroom with inexpensive and charming roller shades.
Bright Wall and Ceiling Paint
The color of the walls can also increase the light in your room. White is your best bet at bringing the most light into your bedroom because it will reflect the light the best. However, a stark white can be harsh. If you prefer, you can also work with creams, tans and other light tones that improve reflection. White is a versatile color that comes in a variety of shades to suit your aesthetic preferences. Glossy paints are better than flat paints at bouncing light back into the room to create a bright, natural space.
Mirrors and Reflective Accessories
Decorate your walls and surfaces with reflective decor and furnishings. Glass and ceramic tiles have the highest reflective rates possible, which can lighten your bedroom more than concrete or pallet wood furniture and decorations. Accessorize the walls with trendy shelves and wall hangings that work to bring more light into the room rather than absorb it. Mirrors, chandeliers and sconces are all reflective decorations that will amplify the ambiance and natural lighting of your bedroom.
Your bedroom can be as light and refreshing as you want as long as you're willing to put in the extra effort. Try adding reflective surfaces, new window shades, and lighter furniture or a brighter feeling room.
