Clever tips to make your tiny living room look bigger

If you’ve got a small living room and you wish it were bigger, don’t worry, we’ve got some lovely tips for you to help you make it look more spacious.

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1. Lightweight fabrics

Avoid heavy materials that can weigh your room down by absorbing light. Choose light-weight material arond your living room, such as light linen curtains to help it feel the room feel airy.

2. Striped floor

If you’re daring, consider having a striped floor. This will make your room look like it longer than it really is – magic! Go for black and white for a really striking effect.

3. Choose cool colours

White rooms tend to look the largest, but if this doesn’t feel like your cup of tea, choose light greens and blues to brighten up your living room. Your room will feel instantly more spacious.

4. Be shelf-smart

Don’t fill up all your shelves. Leave some empty spaces to create an airy look. If you have lots of books you need to house, pick floor-to-ceiling bookcases as this will make your ceilings look higher.

5. Keep curtains & wall the same colour

Create a feeling of space by choosing the same colour for your curtains as you have your walls. The room will ooze simplicity, or if you want to go to the whole hog…

6. Clean your windows

Keep your windows clean as dirty windows can distract the eye and prevent the light from coming in. Make sure the glass is clean, inside and out. For a cheap option, fill a spray bottle with white vinegar, and dry using an old newspaper. 

7. Pick monochromatic colours

When it comes to your furniture, soft furnishings, fittings, ornaments, curtains and carpets – pick different shades, hints and tones of a single hue. This colour scheme is easy on the eyes, so you’ll be able to take in the whole room without being interrupted by other colours.

8. Keep your floor visible

Have a clear floor as much as possible by choosing sofas and TV stands with legs. Your room will feel instantly more open. Glass coffee tables will also be a great idea as the light will be filtered through to the floor.

9. Clear clutter

There’s nothing worse than a build-up of clutter to leave your living room feeling small. Get back that calm and order by following Anushka’s Declutter Your Home: 7 stress-free ways to do it now. You’ll have less to clean and less to worry about.