
Introduction
According to Mark Roemer Oakland, the median home size in the US is just over 1600 square feet and that puts ‘small’ homes at under 1000 square feet. However, with the wrong paint, decor, and layout, they can feel much smaller. Let’s check out a few home improvement ideas for small houses.
The Details
1. Decorate the ceiling with wood trims – Highlighting the ceiling with wooden trims can attract a lot of eyeballs. This simple improvement helps to create the illusion of height and adds a bit of flair to the room. You can choose to stay simple with plain molding trims or go with exquisite three pieces. If you DIY this project, you won’t be spending more than $150 on each room and would be able to cover one room each day. This simple improvement also adds to your property value and can make your small house sell faster when you decide to move to a bigger home.
2. Choose neutral hues – Rich and vibrant colors can make small spaces look smaller. Rich and warm colors like red, yellow, and orange can be pretty in certain settings and decor styles. However, they bring a small …