Decorating Ideas for a Low Ceiling Basement

By Megan Shannon, eHow Contributor

updated: September 25, 2009

Decorating Ideas for a Low Ceiling Basement

Low basement ceilings can pose a bit of a hindrance in decorating the space. While low basement ceilings can make the room feel smaller, there are ways to decorate the space to make it more inviting and more open.

Furniture Arrangement

The way you place your furniture can have a large impact on the overall look and feel to a room. When dealing with a low ceiling, it's important to place furniture on the outer spaces of the room. Leave an open space in the middle if possible so the room doesn't look cramped.

Lighting

The lighting you use in a basement with a low ceiling is important. If possible, avoid any ceiling fixtures, as this only draws more attention the "low" ceiling. Opt for floor lamps spaced far enough that the room is well-lit but not overdone. Table lamps will also work great too.

Walls/Paint

If you have the option of adding some color to your walls, avoid dark colors. You want the room to seem larger and the low ceiling can cause the opposite reaction. Choose light, neutral colors or a combination of colors to make the room feel more open and spacious.

Accessories

Use mirrors. Mirrors will help the space appear larger, and they come in a wide variety of styles and sizes. If you have windows, opt for coordinating curtains or just a valance, depending on the window's size.

Other Ideas

Consider using stripes. Paint the walls one color and then use another color to paint vertical stripes on each wall. This can hep the ceiling appear higher. Decorate with an Asian or modern theme because it uses simpler furniture pieces.

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