When it comes to home décor, most people like to focus on the areas they spend the most amount of time in, such as the kitchen, living room, and bedroom. While decor in these highly used areas is essential to keeping a home looking updated and fresh, there are some rooms you use all the time and simply don’t think about decorating. These “throw away rooms” are typically smaller areas that you don’t gather in but pass through often such as a hallway. Hallways have a lot of untapped potential. Check out these creative tips for decorating your hallway to help it reach its full potential.
Paint in neutrals
Paint in a light-colored neutral paint color. This will help narrow hallways feel more spacious and encourage them to reflect more light. Lighter colors help small spaces feel more open and airy. Light, airy spaces feel less cluttered and more open, which can make walking through your hallway less stressful. Small hallways don’t have to be the sore spot of your home—they can be bright and feel larger with only a coat or two of fresh paint.
Add pops of color
Even though keeping the hallway light and neutral is essential to making the space feel larger, that doesn’t mean you should forego some fun elements. Pops of color and conversation pieces do have a place in your hallway. Try adding some blue mosaic tile to the wall in an interesting piece, or you could even hang a large piece of art. Something fun and brightly colored in an otherwise neutral hallway can really breathe life into it and make walking through the space a pleasure.
Factor in a mirrored element
Even if you’re not into hanging a mirror in the hallway, consider creating space for some sort of mirrored element. Mirrors reflect light and can make your space feel like it’s doubled in size. Hang a mirror, set a standing one up, or even invest in a small mirrored media table to help incorporate reflection and lighting in your hallway space.
There are plenty of creative tips for decorating your hallway so it isn’t considered a “throw-away room” in your house. Don’t be afraid to get bold and really focus on your hallway decor by hanging shelves, adding color, and even throwing down a rug. Hallways can be beautiful focal points in your home if decorated correctly and given enough attention.
