How can you make a kitchen look bigger? Home decor experts spoke with Express.co.uk about a clever trick using paint to make a room feel larger.
According to the paint experts, colour is crucial when it comes to designing a room, especially when it comes to small rooms.
Clever use of colour can make a room feel drastically bigger or smaller.
As well as the colours you choose, where you put them makes all the difference, the experts said.
One clever trick involves using the same hue across various room elements to “stretch” the room. So, how does it work?
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The colour you choose can help to make a room look larger. Tobie suggests a “clear” colour if you are looking to make your kitchen feel bigger.
A clear colour can also be referred to as a bright colour and is the opposite of a muted colour. A muted colour is any colour that has been diluted with a hint of grey.
Tobie said: “Another tip is to choose a clear shade such as green or yellow Hive Delight as it will make your room look larger and brighter.”
So, bold colours are not totally off the table if you want a kitchen that is bright and also doesn’t feel small.
Tobie went on: “If you want to take a bold step further, paint your kitchen chairs in the same colour as your wall and cabinets with a contrasting table to create a focal point.”
Keep dark colours low
If you really want to use dark cabinets, keep them below eye level. Use white countertops to enhance the feeling of space and keep the room feeling bright.
Think vertical
If your room lacks horizontal space, think vertical. Utilise space all the way up to the ceiling with tall cabinets.
Opt for large tiles
To make your floor appear larger, opt for large tiles and avoid small geometric patterns. More detail generally makes a space feel smaller, while a minimalist theme can increase the illusion of size.