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Sara Hesikova

How to brighten a dark living room – 6 ways to make a dingy lounge feel light and airy

A grey-painted living room with a dark grey velvet sofa and built-in shelves.

We all want to live in light-flooded, airy homes with every room illuminated by a constant source of natural light flooding through the windows. But that’s sadly not often the case – at least not for every single room of the house. Sadly, some rooms have to face north or be overlooked by other structures blocking the sunlight. But if that room happens to be you lounge, there are ways to brighten a dark living room.

From the right living room lighting ideas to the best paint colours and finishes, there are several methods you can employ to bring more light into a dingy living space – and our interior experts share what you can change and adjust if the room lacks natural light.

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