How to Light Your Foyer

If your home’s foyer or entryway is dark and gloomy, make a few changes and brighten the space. There are several inexpensive ways to add light to a dim foyer. Light is important, especially at night. What’s more, the right kind of light can add a sense of style and design to a bland space.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Install a new light fixture or add a table lamp. Oftentimes, the light fixture in the foyer area can’t accommodate the space. Therefore, you may need to install a bigger light. If you don’t want to hassle with the electrical wiring, put a table and lamp in the foyer.

2. Use a brighter light bulb. Sometimes, the solution to a dark foyer can be as simple as installing a brighter bulb.

3. Paint the foyer a different color. Dark décor is warm and inviting. Unfortunately, a dark wall color can make a room appear small and dull. Get rid of the dark paint in the foyer. A lighter color gives the illusion of a bigger space, making a simple paint job the best way to brighten a room.

4. Add mirrors to the walls in the foyer. Mirrors can help distribute light in a room. If the foyer has a window, place the mirror opposite the window. The natural sunlight will reflect off the mirrors and brighten up the foyer.

5. Open the curtain and let the sunshine in. Some foyers feature decorative windows and glass doors. While it’s normal to have privacy blinds and curtains, these home accents can darken a foyer. Occasionally open blinds or curtains and allow natural light to fill the space.