You may have a small living room, to begin with, but it doesn’t have to feel that way! When expanding upwards or sideways is simply not possible, it’s time to get creative.
Clever Color
No, we are not going to tell you that white is your only option. You can paint your living room in either very pale or very deep colors, depending on your taste. The trick in a small space is to stick to the same tones in paint, furnishings, and accessories rather than chop up space with a combination of light and dark colors. Functional Furniture
Choose furniture for a small living room that is on casters so that items can be used in different areas. Purchase multi-purpose pieces like a small pullout sofa bed, a vintage trunk to use as a coffee table and storage, or an upholstered ottoman that doubles as a coffee table. You can also look at chairs and tables that either nest inside each other or fold down and can be stacked when not in use. Float shelves on the walls so that they do not take up additional floor space or hinder movement. If possible, swap solid interior doors with French doors. Narrowing it Down
A narrow living room coupled with a low ceiling presents its own set of problems. Paint the moldings and trim the same color as the walls to elongate the room and thereby detract from the low ceiling. This treatment also allows the walls to “disappear” so that the furniture and windows stand out. Trick the Eye
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It is possible to spruce up any room when on a low budget. There are many things that can be done without having to spend a lot of money. Many of the items that can be purchased for a cheap price to liven up a room, no matter is it the living room, bathroom, kitchen or a bedroom.
Paint
White walls can be very boring, in any apartment or home. If you want to liven up your apartment something have to be done. And painting the walls, ceilings, or woodwork can really make a big difference in any room. Some people like to paint the walls with a sponge to add texture to the walls. Now, finding the right paint can create a mood in the room you are looking for that is pleasurable and calming. Choose neutral pastel colors to add warmth. Add a bold striking color to one wall such as a chimney breast to make an impact. Paintings and Photos Adding a painting or large color photo to a wall makes a statement. Cheap artwork can be found in auction houses and charity stores. Find a piece that says about you and a piece that you will enjoy hanging in your home. You may like to add a painting to a wall to create a focal point in a room, and this does work well. It may well surprise you the massive difference a picture or a painting will make in a room. Rugs
Adding a nice colorful rug to a drab room will make another huge difference with the look and feel of a room....
