Dark Room Decorating: Paint, Lighting, & Decor (4 Essential Guides)
By Kylie
November 25, 2024
When I look at my analytics (which tell me what many of you are searching for on my blog), three main topics come up weekly…
- Ryan Reynolds vs. wine – which is better for you?
- How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
- How to decorate/paint a dark room or basement
While I can’t answer the first two 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 rooms.
This is a topic that I have covered extensively in the last few years. If you’re new to my blog (drink the Ginger-spiked Koolaid; it’s goooood), you might know about 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?
1. HOW TO BRIGHTEN A DARK ROOM OR BASEMENT
This blog post covers the more decorative end of things. For example, did you know that home decor, furnishings, and fabrics that reflect light add energy to your space? You’ll read about everything from mirrors and cushions to vases and drapes and a WHOLE lot more!
The plate display, mirror, and candle bases add energy and life to this dining room display.
The mirror, lamp base, and small decor add energy and life to this space.
How to Brighten a Dark Room With Sheen
2: 4 IDEAS TO MAKE A DARK ROOM LOOK BRIGHTER
Turn on the lights! Seriously, this blog post covers lighting tips and ideas guaranteed to add life and energy to any dark space!
4 Ideas: How to Make a Dark Basement or Family Room Look Brighter
3: THE BEST LIGHT PAINT COLORS FOR A DARK ROOM OR BASEMENT
In this blog post, you’ll not only learn about some beautiful light paint colors, 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 color – come on, join me on the WILD SIDE!
The Best Light Paint Colours for a Dark Room or Basement
4: THE 10 BEST DARK PAINT COLORS
There’s nothing like a dark paint color to add personality and ambiance to an already dark room (I’ve done it many times in my own home). Humor this crazy lil’ ginger, and check this blog post out!
Our powder room has no windows and it’s wee small
This is one of my Online Color client’s rooms – she was ready to embrace her dark side and hired me to help!
The 7 Best DARK Paint Colours for a Dark Room
And my fave topic…
5. HOW TO FIX A DARK ROOM, & IT AIN’T WITH PAINT
That’s right…put down your brush and your wine glass and get ready for a good read!
How to Fix a Dark Room – And it Ain’t With Paint!
Is there anything I’ve missed? Let me know; you know I love to hear myself talk (er…type). I’m always happy to listen to ideas for articles!
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ORIGINALLY WRITTEN IN 2019, UPDATED IN 2024
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Comments
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I’ve enjoyed your “timeless” blog series. I’d like to hear more about timeless flooring for bathrooms!
Another topic of interest would be decorating outdoors – porch, pool, patio, deck, etc. – using pillows, curtains, etc. to brighten a space and make it look inviting and not just the same old same old…
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