Sponsors:
No matter the size, a bedroom is a sanctuary. It is a place to escape the stresses of everyday life, and besides being a place of privacy, it is a haven for relaxation. A small bedroom can be just as comfortable as a larger bedroom - if it is not overloaded with furnishings and other belongings. Furniture placement, wall color, and wall decor can add architectural interest while making the bedroom appear larger, and it will make a difference in the overall look.
Enhance your private sanctuary, and implement the following stylish ways to make the room appear larger and more stylish than ever. A room that feels larger is a room that is more comfortable and far more inviting. Not only will the bedroom look larger, but it will look like a professionally decorated room with amazing appeal.
Clear Away the Clutter
The first step when doing any type of redecorating, especially in a small bedroom, is to clear away the clutter. Find a way to organize wayward papers, clothing, and other belongings, and repurpose or recycle items no longer wanted or needed. A small bedroom outfitted with just the necessary furnishings and accessories will not look nearly as small, and it will feel more open, airy, and considerably larger than it actually is.
Wall Colors
Choosing the right wall colors is more important than many people realize, especially when decorating a small bedroom and trying to make it appear larger. Selecting ideal wall colors involves more than simply choosing favorite hues or matching bedding and drapery. Color has the power to change the appearance of the size of a room, and the colors you choose can make it appear larger or lessen the visual size.
Select neutral or cool light colors when papering or painting a small bedroom, and do not be afraid to try something different. Consider painting or papering the wall at the head of the bed a different hue than the remaining walls. This wall will become the focal point, and it can look more impressive if it has texture and architectural appeal.
Grass cloth wallpaper is an excellent choice for a focal point wall in a bedroom. A lovely shade of tan would go well with any other color chosen for the remaining walls, bedding, window treatments, and furnishings. Grass cloth wall covering is especially lovely in a bedroom with silken draperies and a few colorful accents that bring out the personality and feel of the room.
Raise the Ceiling with Easy-to-Make Faux Wood Panels
If you are tired of living in a box, break out of that box and consider giving the walls in a small bedroom more dimension and far more appeal. Paint stretch canvases in a complimentary color, and securely hang them one above the other from ceiling to floor on both ends of the wall designated as the focal point of the room. If the canvases do not fit the height of the room perfectly, hide the gap behind side tables, or paint the open area the same color as the canvases. Use painter's tape to create a perfectly straight line. The bedroom will look larger and the ceiling will look higher.
Are you unsure of what color to paint easy architectural stretch canvas add-ons? When opting for tan grass cloth wall covering or another other paint color, paint the canvas a rich shade of chocolate brown. The walls will look dimensional, and the bedroom will have a rich and exquisite appearance.
Bold-Scaled Bedding and Bedside Accessories
One of the best room ideas for small bedrooms is with large-scaled accessories including bedside lamps in bolder, brighter colors. Select a color to accessorize the bedroom, and have fun with it. Choose bedside lamps with stylish shades and side tables that match or compliment the bed frame and other room furnishings.
In addition to bedside accessories, select throw pillows and comfy throws that match the color of the lamp bases. Choose a bedspread or comforter that matches the color of the lampshades to draw the eyes away from the size of the room. Instead, the eyes will focus on the grand scale of the bed and the color and style of accessories. The room will naturally appear larger.
Wall Hanging Bedroom Ideas for Small Rooms
Wall hangings are just as important as wall color choices, and they can make or break the look of a room, especially a small bedroom. Do not choose a very large wall hanging for a small bedroom wall. A large wall hanging will overtake the wall and make the space appear smaller than ever. On the other hand, a wall hanging that is too small will look lost and unimpressive. Instead, create a grouping of smaller wall hangings or select a single wall hanging of appropriate size. Save larger works of art for more expansive areas of the home.
Wall Mirrors
One of the best ways to make a space appear larger is with wall mirrors. Consider placing a wall mirror on a wall directly opposite a window. It will make the room brighter and lighter, and as a result it will help make the room appear larger. A wall mirror will also provide style and ever-changing beauty that will not only make the bedroom appear larger. It will appear more impressive than ever.
Alyssa Davis is the top writer and creative design specialist for Metal-Wall-Art.com. She specializes in designing with wire wall art and metal wall hangings.
Comment on this article or submit your tip to CreativeHomemaking.com.
Click here for a printer friendly version of this page.
Receive new article links via the Web, SMS, or instant messages via Twitter!
Recommend this article to a friend!
Search our article archives.
Click here to subscribe to our weekly newsletter.
Sponsor: FamilyStickers.com offers one of the largest selections of family stickers, family car decals, and stick family stickers. These easy to apply vinyl window family car stickers are available in several themes and sizes or customized to your request.
|
