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  • Small-Space Recap
  • From "DIY Decorating & Design"
    episode DID-107
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    Two-tone open patterns like this toile are a great choice for both walls and furnishings.

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    Multifunctional pieces -- like this table, which serves as a desk by day and a dining table by night -- can help save space in a small apartment or condo.

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    Mirrors double your space. Use them everywhere in a small room to reflect light and create the illusion of openness.

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    Replacing wooden shelves with glass makes this bookcase seem much more spacious.

    Don't limit your decorating options unnecessarily simply because you're decorating a small room. You still have many options to choose from. Here are some tricks of the trade to help you open up a small space.

    Use Consistent Patterns

    Use a pattern, but make sure it helps the eye travel completely around the room. Use the pattern on the wall, then bring it into the room by covering a pillow or chair in the same fabric.

    Use Multifunctional Furniture

    Any piece of furniture that can do double duty will save space.

    Use Mirrors

    Mirrors reflect light and create a "view," giving the impression that open space lies beyond. A great design idea is to create a gallery wall of mirrors, old and new, in a variety of styles.

    Use Glass

    Glass allows the eye to travel around a room uninterrupted and helps lighten heavy furnishings. Objects placed on glass seem to float in space; glass-topped tables are perfect for showing off beautiful rugs and floor treatments.


  • ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:


  • Gutter Repair
  • Landscaping Basics
  • Flooring
  • UV Air Sanitizer
  • Replacement Windows
  • Planter, Self-Watering
  • Hand-Painted Glasses
  • Choose Washer/Dryer
  • Backsplash Installation
  • Hand-Painted Bowls
  • Prepare for Vacation
  • Maintain Garage Door
  • Disinfect Bathroom
  • Romance Kit
  • Curb Appeal
  • Transport Equipment
  • Installing Undermount
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Family Scrapbook
  • Ice Candle
  • Selecting Doors
  • Spark Plug, Changing
  • Maintain Cabinets
  • Front Door Facelift
  • Change Windowpane