If you live in a studio apartment or an older home that has a lot of nooks and crannies, you understand the importance of utilizing your space. Small spaces can make it difficult to get the furniture that you want or to store all the things that you need. However, there are certain things that you can do to make your small space work better for you. We at Sugar House Furniture have compiled a list of furniture tips that will help make your space feel less small and more cozy.
Tips For Small Spaces
Keep It Light
Small spaces are sometimes difficult to decorate because whatever you do may just seem to make the room feel even smaller. However, you should not underestimate the power of light when it comes to smaller rooms. Using lighter color paint can make a room feel taller, more open, and larger. Avoid blues, browns, and other dark shades when painting or adding wallpaper to a small room. Instead opt for white, beige, yellow, light greens, and other brighter colors. Also, utilizing the light that comes through your windows and setting up lamps and other light fixtures can do a lot for making a room feel more spacious.
Measure, Measure, Measure!
An important furniture tip for small spaces is to make sure to measure your furniture properly. If you have a limited amount of space, it is important to know whether your furniture will fit and whether it will look nice once it is in your space. Make sure to not only measure your furniture but you should also measure the room where you are going to put your furniture in. Lastly, it is also important to measure your hallways and doors to make sure that the furniture will be able to fit through as you’re transferring it into the room.
Double-Up Storage And Furniture
Another helpful trick for making the most of your small space is to use furniture for storage. For example, a loveseat with drawers underneath or a coffee table that can open up to store blankets, books, or magazines. This can help keep your room less cluttered, and therefore look bigger. You can also install bookshelves on different walls, which will offer an excellent way to store knick-knacks and books.
Add Glass Pieces
Glass pieces are another way to make a space feel larger. A glass table is able to provide a purpose while being almost invisible to the eye. So when your eyes cross the room, the table does not obstruct the view. Likewise, glass lamps or light fixtures can help the room feel more open. Consider also adding mirrors to the room to create the illusion of more space.
Look For Easy-to-Store Furniture
Lastly, if your entire home does not have a ton of space, it is important to have furniture that is easy to store. There are many different pieces of furniture that are easily compacted. An example of a piece of furniture that can be easily stored is a table with leaves. We’re not talking about leaves from a tree, but leaves that can be added or removed from a tabletop to make it longer or shorter.
Chairs that can be stacked or folded up are also great for small spaces. Lastly, sleeper sofas are a great addition to any home, especially if you often have company come to stay. You can simply rearrange your couch so that it turns into a bed for your guests.
Searching For High-Quality Furniture?
If you are looking for high-quality furniture pieces that will last you a lifetime, you have come to the right place with Sugar House Furniture. Our mission-style furniture is beautiful, unique, and long-lasting. We have mastered a carefully cultivated crafting process that has resulted in many gorgeous pieces that are perfect for your home. Our team has special knowledge regarding furniture and can help you determine which pieces of furniture might be best for you. Reach out to us today for more information or for more furniture tips.
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