Your living room should be one of the brightest areas at home in order to create that warm and welcoming look and feel. While not everyone can get enough light in the room especially during the winter months, there are some simple and easy ways you can brighten your living room.
The perfect choice of curtains, mix and match of colors and certain fixtures can help brighten your living area, Houzz reported.
According to the publication, your choice of curtain and the manner in which it can be manipulated can greatly affect the light that's entering your living room. Of course, it makes sense to use a curtain when it's very bright outside, but take advantage of the natural light seeping through the glass to immediately brighten up your space.
Sheer blinds may also be used instead of curtains for those who would like to let the light come inside while keeping onlookers away from sneaking at what's inside your house. You may also consider using sheer curtains like gossamer-thin drapes for added drama and light.
The publication also noted that the perfect choice of color, including the room's paint, can help affect the brightness of your living room. Nordic-inspired all-white designs work best for those areas that do not or rarely receive light from the sun. The addition of a black item within the living area can immediately make the colors around it look more vivid.
How Stuff Works also suggested on the addition of sparkly objects in the living room such as a big mirror, crystal photo frames or glass in wall art. A shimmery or metallic centerpiece or center table can also help accentuate the room while making the room look brighter.
A plant in the living room can also help brighten the look of your area, as they can add color and texture to any space. There are some plants that do not require as much sunlight and watering as the others, which make them a perfect choice for those who are looking for low-maintenance plants.
