Effective Solutions and Tactics for Lighting Thin Floors

ACT WITH OPEN SPACES

If you remove some partitions and leave spaces open without doors, you ensure free spread of natural light penetrating through windows throughout the house. Thus, you fight dark rooms. As in this room where the lack of doors and an arch connecting rooms contributes to improved lighting.

THE MAGIC OF WHITE COLOR

White paint on walls and ceiling is a great idea to expand space. It's the color that reflects light most (up to 80%), so it should be your first choice if you aim to increase the amount of natural light. This room is decorated with Begonia Susaeta, which looks much brighter due to the white color.

ENLARGE WINDOWS

If your windows are already too old and you're thinking about replacement, take advantage of the opportunity during renovation to slightly enlarge window openings and install larger windows: you will significantly increase brightness in your rooms.

CURTAINS FOR ANY LIGHT

Choosing very light fabrics for curtains in the house is another practical idea to help you get more light. Give up heavy curtains and choose white curtains for the living room and bedrooms.

CHOOSE LIGHT FLOORS

They can be made from very light wood (even painted white), marble, or ceramic tile. The key is choosing light and bright floors that add the much-needed light to dark homes.

GET LIGHT WHERE YOU NEED IT

Solar tubes and lanterns are very practical solutions for interiors that have no windows or are too dark. They allow bringing daylight where you want, and although they are mainly installed on rooftops, they can also be placed on facades, thus expanding usage possibilities in all types of homes.