Homeowners are being given advice on how to make a small bedroom look and feel much bigger.
The experts from WinstonsBeds.com have looked at simple changes that can be made to make a room feel more comfortable.
With many homes having one bedroom much smaller than the others, utilising the space well and adopting some clever design tricks can create the illusion of space.
The experts suggest keeping the room feeling light and airy by using light colours and materials and swapping out carpets for alternative flooring.
Other tips include using mirrors, sorting out any clutter and creating a pathway through the room.
Rebecca Swain from WinstonsBeds.com said: “By adopting some clever design tricks, homeowners can make small bedrooms feel much bigger.
“Easy changes to make include painting the room a light colour and letting in as much natural light as possible.
“Other tricks include switching carpet on the floors for wood or an alternative type of flooring, decluttering and adding a mirror to create a feeling of space.”
Here are WinstonsBeds.com’s tips for making a small bedroom look bigger.
Use white as the main colour
White is arguably the best colour for a small room. The brightness helps blend together the walls and ceilings which can help remove the boxy feel that small rooms often have. White is reflective and makes any room feel light and airy, perfect for opening up a small space.
Let in the light
A well lit room feels bigger. Try to let in as much natural light as possible and ditch the curtains. If you’re trying to make a bedroom look bigger then opt for curtains that are light in both colour and weight.
Try to avoid carpet
Carpet draws the eye and the room inward so try to go for alternative flooring. If you feel as though you really want carpet then go for a lighter colour that will reflect the light.
Choose leggy furniture
Avoid block furniture and instead opt for furniture with legs so you can see the floor underneath the object. Being able to see the floor gives the illusion of more space and it will help make the room feel less cramped.
Add a mirror
Reflective materials like mirrors are great for making a room feel larger. The reflection of the room and the light creates depth and makes it look as though there is more space than there really is.
Create a pathway
Try not to have bits of furniture scattered all over the room and aim to keep some of it clear and empty. Having a walkway will expose a lot of the floor and will open up the feel of the room.
Avoid clutter
Simplicity is key to making a room feel more open and having too many things out and displayed on shelves, tables and counters will only make the room feel more filled and cramped.
Build up
Building up rather than across will create the illusion of space. Floor to ceiling storage will help keep clutter at bay. Try shelving in alcoves to make good use of the space.
