Tips to maximize natural light at home

A bright and vibrant home is always welcoming and pleasant. A home should receive as much as natural light and proper ventilation as possible. According to latest study, natural lighting contributes to 20-26% faster learning rates for students in classrooms and also a good rate of hike in productivity in offices. At homes, proper ventilation creates an illusion of spacious rooms and is found to boost the mood of its residents.

Interior designers are advised to include east-facing windows, skylights that is slanting towards east and light diffusers that spread out light coming from natural and artificial sources. Here are a few ways to maximise natural light at home:

1.Reflective sources

Placing a mirror on a wall that faces a window will multiply the amount of light across the room. Secluded corners or dark areas can be made brighter by fitting mirrors which instantly converts these places into emitters of light.

2.Wall colours

Use lighter colours on the walls and avoid dark shades or wallpapers with dark & bold paint colours or one with blocky designs as these tend to minimise the absorption of light. Eye-popping shades in white or yellow must be avoided. You can opt for colours that has a satin finish instead of matte to enhance bouncing of light from wall’s surface.

3.Ceilings

Ceilings that are painted with dark shades or wood panelling are said to absorb light and thus, it is advised to stick to warmer or bright shades. If you do not like the idea of bright ceilings, you can opt for beams across the ceiling which comes in darker shades. Hanging reflective fixtures or having them built high will make the room appear spacious.

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