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| Adding light to your North Shore, IL home. |
We are all in denial about the inevitable. Winter is on its
way. Sure, technically, fall just arrived a week ago, but living in the North Shore, IL area, we know that
it always gets colder quicker than we’d like it to. Especially living close to
the Windy City.
Just because it is not as bright outdoors than in the spring
and summer months, doesn’t mean that your North Shore home can’t have be
an environment full of color and happiness! Here are some tips and ideas for
brightening up your North Shorehome.
Don’t be afraid of
color!
Oftentimes people veer away from color in a home…feeling it will be too “loud”
or overwhelming. Color can be quite the contrary. Using the “right” colors can
create whatever mood you are going for. Warm. Inviting. Soothing. Invigorating.
Leaving a home all beige or just one neutral color can make the home seem
stagnant and gloomy.
Don’t forget the ceiling.
A ceiling makes up one sixth of the space in a room. Leaving the ceiling white
is a good choice in some circumstances but you should not rule out adding
another dimension to the room by painting the ceiling. As a rule of thumb,
painting the ceiling a lighter color than the walls look longer whereas
painting the ceiling a darker color than the walls gives the illusion of a
shorter ceiling, which can create more of an intimate setting.
Don’t stick with just flat paint.
Oftentimes people wonder what type of paint finish to
select. While the higher glossed paints are easier to wash off, the flat paints
aren’t nearly as shiny and can create a richer look. But there are a variety of
finishes that lie somewhere in the middle and can provide some sheen to your
walls (creating extra light) while not being too shiny. Look for the eggshell
or satin finished paints for a good happy medium.
Light fixtures
matter.
In addition to selecting the right shades of paint, ensuring
your home has plenty of light—both ceiling as well as table or standing
lamps—can make a big difference in the overall ambiance of your home. Track
lighting can be great for areas like kitchens or bathrooms.
If you are interested in North Shore real estate, I would
be happy to help you find a home that meets your needs or work on selling your North Shore home.
Janie BressYour North Shore Real Estate ExpertNorth Shore Real Estate
Local Expert… with National Connections!
Locally or across the country, think of me as your national
connection. I can help you with all your real estate needs anywhere in the
United States