Everyone has at least one room in their home that is too small for their liking. Here are 10 ways to make any room look bigger.

1. Use soft, light colors, as opposed to bright or dark colors. It will undoubtedly make a room feel larger. Your best bet is to work with pastels, neutrals, and/or whites.

2. Choose a monochromatic color scheme: colors with the same hue but different intensities. (A paint swatch card would provide an example of different tones of the same color). Use two or more of these monochromatic colors on furniture, rugs, and/or walls to create a stylish, pleasant look.

3. Use lighting to open up space. Recessed spot lighting is attractive and practical. A torchiere light allows light to bounce from the ceiling back down to the room. Not as practical but very affective - skylights and solar tubes add natural light.

4. Cut down on accessories and decorations. Additional clutter will only make the room feel smaller.

5. Choose a light-colored carpet or light oak to make the room appear brighter, and keep the ceiling white or at least a light color to open up the space.

6. Hang wall mirrors. They will reflect images, light and colors to make the room appear larger. Mirror tiles on an entire wall can make the room feel double the size.

7. Limit the size of your furniture in small places. Try downsizing a full-size sofa to a love seat.

8. Put up paintings or prints to add depth. Larger paintings work better than a group of small paintings.

9. Keep the room visually balanced. For example, a large and bright element could overwhelm a small room and make the room feel small.

10. Try using a glass table for your dining, coffee, or end table. They will helpt to give the room a more open feeling.

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