Everything You Need to Decorate a Dark Basement or Family Room

When I look at my analytics, the thing that tells me what a lot of you are searching for on my blog, there are 3 main topics that come up every week…

How much wine is too much wine?
How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
How to decorate/paint a dark basement

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So, while I can’t answer the first 2 questions, I can tell you that I am on my 3rd coffee and 1st glass of wine of the day and that just might explain everything.

Now for those dark basements. This is a topic that I have covered extensively in the last few years and if you are new to my blog, you might not be aware of the articles I’ve written covering almost EVERY aspect of decorating a dark basement or family room…

And rather than having you ENDLESSLY search the web for ideas, I’ve summarized my TOP 5 DARK ROOM BLOG POSTS to help you add some life to that dark room of yours!

Ready Betty?

Blog Post #1

How to Brighten a Dark Basement: Home Decor

This blog post covers the more decorative end of things. You’d be AMAZED at how reflective items can shift the energy in your space. You’ll read about everything from mirrors and cushions to vases and drapes and a WHOLE lot more!

Read about it: How to Brighten a Dark Room With Sheen

Blog Post #2

4 Ideas: How to Make a Basement Or Family Room Feel Brighter

Turn on the lights! I know, I’m such a smart-~~ass~~ aleck. But really though, this blog post covers lighting tips and ideas guaranteed to add some life and energy to any dark space!

Read about it: 4 Ideas: How to Make a Dark Basement / Family Room Feel Brighter

Blog Post #3

The Best Light Paint Colours for a Dark Room or Basement

In this blog post, you’ll not only learn about some beautiful light paint colours, but you’ll also see why you MIGHT want to take a sip of my wine-infused Kool-aid by painting your walls a dark colour – come on, join me on the WILD SIDE!

Read about it: The Best Light Paint Colours for a Dark Room or Basement

Blog Post #4

The 7 Best DARK Paint Colours for a Dark Room

There’s NOTHING like a dark paint colour to add personality and ambience to an already dark room. Humour this crazy lil’ ginger and check this blog post out!