Use sharp colours to brighten up dark rooms

Dark, unattractive corridor? Change the room to feel light, fresh and welcoming with just a few painting tricks. Bright, light-reflecting colours like cream, primrose yellow and brilliant white will trick the eye into thinking the area is brighter and lighter than it actually is. They’ll also help to reflect the natural light that filters in throughout the day and enhance the artificial light during evening hours as well.

An attractive main point at the end of the corridor is a clever way to draw the eye away from the walls and add extra interest. An outstanding piece of artwork or mirror will give the illusion of a brighter end to the room or, if you want to be creative with colour, paint a feature panel or use masking tape to create vivid stripes.