8 Creative Ways To Brighten Even the Darkest of Rooms in Your Home

One surefire way to brighten a dark room is to keep the walls and ceilings light. Dark hues like gray and navy don't reflect light the same way white or beige will. In turn, this can make the space feel smaller and more drab. 

Mirrors reflect light, and in a space that doesn't have much, this can be a total game changer. Even if your room doesn't have windows mirrors can bounce light from other sources such as overhead lighting, lamps, and more.

A lack of windows doesn't necessarily have to mean a lack of light. Just because a room doesn't have natural light, doesn't mean you can't brighten it with standing lamps, table lamps, and warm overhead lighting. In fact, this inclusion of accent lights may just be the key to cozying up the room. 

Small windows don't automatically mean no curtains. Window treatments are a great way to add warmth and texture to your home. If you do have a room that lacks light, opt for lighter and brighter options that don't weigh down the space. 

When it comes to your dark room's textiles, let there be white. While you might not want to choose stark white walls in a room with no windows, including white textiles can make the space feel bigger, crisper, and even brighter. 

Rooms without windows are the perfect excuse to add wallpaper. While you don't want to add big dark bold patterns (unless you're going for a moody vibe), put that uninterrupted wall space to good use with a bright print! 

In a room low on light, dark furniture can make the space feel even smaller. Light-colored furniture can help the space feel more open and less visually weighed down. 

Turning a room from dark and moody to bright and airy starts from the ground up. Large neutral rugs can create the perfect starting point for transforming a dingy room. From there, layer neutrals to make the room feel more open.