Plantation Shutters: Make The Most of Natural Light In Your Home

Natural light is one of those sought-after elements in a home. It can make a space seem bigger, brighter and more inviting for the whole family. If you feel that your rooms tend to err on the dark side, then keep reading. We bring you some useful tips to make the most of natural light in your home.

Colour matters

Dark colours can add drama, but when natural light is limited in a room, it can make the space feel closed in and a little claustrophobic. Make the most of a poorly lit space with light, neutral walls. White is always a winner and the perfect backdrop to reflect light and airiness in a room. It is also a wonderfully reflective colour and will bounce whatever light does enter your room around to make it feel a bit brighter.

Window treatments

You need to get a little more creative with window treatments in smaller or darker rooms. We love the layered look with multiple finishes like blinds layered with curtains to help manage light at your own pace. Shutters are another popular choice as these can be tilted to let the light in or to adjust the amount of privacy required, or totally shut for extra privacy or darkness. Your choice of window treatment will also help to complement your overall design scheme. Plantation Shutters are locally crafted, and can be designed and manufactured to suit any size or shape of window and door opening. Shutters are typically streamlined and add a contemporary edge to a room. Open them up fully during the day to maximise light and control airflow in your home. At night, simply tilt them shut to create a private oasis indoors.

Play with mirrors

Mirrors are great for reflecting light and creating an illusion of space, even when it is limited in a room. Get creative with mirror placement in your home and add mirrors to walls where these can reflect natural light into your interior. This can subsequently help to make your home feel happier and lighter during the daytime.

Incorporate added lighting

Natural light, although wonderful, is really only limited to daylight hours. Rooms often require additional light sources to make the most of your space. Invest in quality lighting that you can use as needed to bring style and function to your home.

Here’s to lighter, brighter and more joyful interiors! Visit Plantation Shutters to find out more about how a simple shutter can transform the look and feel of your space.