5 Ways To Decorate A Small Dining Room
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We show you five genius ways to make a small dining room feel big enough for the whole family
Let There Be LightA bright dining room (or any room) instantly looks larger. In a small space, add more than one light source, like a striking chandelier and tall floor lamp. Island lights are ideal for a small dining room since they’ll spread light all down the table. You can even use light to delineate your dining room from the area around it—especially useful if it’s a corner of your kitchen.
A Well-Placed RugA rug can work to define space, so it’s perfect for cordoning off a small dining room within a large area. A bright or patterned rug also offers another place for the eye to rest, creating the illusion of a larger space.
Eye-Catching CurtainsCalling attention to windows brings the focus outside, where space is never-ending. Use long curtains, which force the eye to move up and down so the room feels taller. Even a valance makes your dining room feel bigger since it’s making use of previously untouched space.
Go NeutralUse shades of white, beige, brown and black in your small dining room to make it appear larger. A monochromatic look means there’s nothing to catch your eye and break up the space. If you continue a neutral palette in the surrounding areas, your tiny dining room suddenly opens up and unifies with the space around it.
Choose A Small TableThis may seem obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people try to jam a full-size table into a tiny dining room. Sure, you’ll be able to have more guests for dinner, but they’ll be really uncomfortable. Opt instead for a small table that allows for more intimate dinner parties or try a counter height or folding table.
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