Not all rooms are easy to decorate. Some are odd shapes or have alcoves and nooks that require special consideration. Here are some handy tips for decorating a living room that is narrow and long.

1. Furniture placement

A long and narrow room is tricky and it’s easy to arrange furniture so it feels like you’re living in a bowling alley. Avoid the temptation to place furniture on each of the walls so foot traffic must go down the middle, breaking up the space. Instead, consider placing a sofa against one wall with chairs close to it in front, so the walkway can be behind the furniture.

1. Try not to push furniture against walls

By creating this tunnel effect with furniture, you are just amplifying the narrowness and length of the room. Consider creating a more circular effect with furniture placed towards the centre of the room and not around the edges. This creates a warmier, more intimate space and takes the focus away from the narrow space. The focus of the space then becomes the cosy nature of the furniture and not the walkway space through the middle.

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1. Circular furniture

Try to avoid using furniture that is oblong or rectangular in shape as this will only serve to emphasize the awkward shape of the room. Consider round tables, a circular coffee table in the centre, rounded soft lampshades and even rounded or circular artwork and mirrors on the walls. This helps people to see a rounded softness instead of straight lines and angles.

1. Paint

In terms of colour choices, it’s best to choose lighter, pale but warm shades. Choosing anything too dark will only serve to close in the space even more. Lighter colours give the impression of space and airiness, so focus on opening up the space and not making it feel smaller. For walls that need some TLC before painting, consider a Plasterer Gloucester and visit pure plasterers.

1. Divide

For rooms that are extra long, a useful trick can be to divide the space into different sections. Consider creating different zones that can be marked by area rugs, for example. You might choose to have a seating area, a dining area or a section for a home office. Sectioning the space like this draws attention to the different aspects of the room and not its shape.

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1. Vertical Attention

Another way to distract from a narrow or long space is to draw the eye upwards. Consider hanging artwork close to the ceiling, installing a tall bookcase or using vertical striped wallpaper to increase the visual height of the room. Impressive light fixtures are a useful way to draw attention upwards as well. Perhaps a chandelier that is wider than it is long might look amazing in your space?

1. L or U Shaped Sofa

If your sofa does need to go against one wall, consider an L or U shaped set up which has the effect of creating a cosy, welcoming place to relax that won’t emphasise the length of the room too much.

Are you embarrassed by the state of your windows? Are they no longer fit for purpose or even becoming a hazard? Well, when it’s time to shop around for some new windows, here are some glass songs to get you in the mood:

Heart Of Glass – Blondie

Before contacting any firms, have a good think about what you want. What windows do your neighbours have? What sort of glass do you like? Having more of an idea about what you want will enable you to have more control when it comes to negotiating with a glass firm.

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Water On Glass – Kim Wilde

You know it’s time for some new glass when you increasingly have condensation problems. Are your window sills wet? Are the panes constantly fogging up? The seals might be past their sell by date and no longer keeping moisture out. Find out more about the benefits of Cheltenham Double Glazing at a site like www.firmfix.co.uk/

Walking On Broken Glass – Annie Lennox

Nobody wants to deal with a smashed window or a dangerous one that might break at any point! Avoid becoming a victim of walking on broken glass by replacing damaged panes as soon as possible.

Shattered Glass – Laura Branigan

If you want toughened glass for high traffic areas or somewhere that needs some added protection, considered tempered glass. Glass can be dangerous when shattered and nobody wants to run this risk!

Through Glass – Stone Sour

Do you miss the beautiful views you have? Want to see more of your garden? Why not consider full length glass doors or new self-cleaning glass so you can always enjoy what sits beyond your windows?

Stained Glass – Bruce Cockburn

Glass doesn’t need to be plain either. Just think of all those beautiful stained glass windows in places of worship. Perhaps you want coloured glass or a design on your front door? Glass can be coloured to suit your needs.

World Of Glass – The Zombies

A great way to flood your interior with natural light is to surround yourself with a world of glass. Think this would be a nightmare to keep clean? Well, now you get self-cleaning glass technology. Natural light has so many benefits, both physically and mentally so consider ways you can increase the amount that enters your property.

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Glass King – America

When choosing a company to supply your glass, make sure they are well established and have excellent reviews. Check if there are any guarantees or warranties with their products and remember that it’s sensible to get at least 3 different quotes.

Glass House – Ani Difranco

Make your home the envy of the neighbourhood with stunning new double glazing. This can add significant value to your property, as well as providing better insulation and looking amazing!

Made of Glass – Trapt

Glass surrounds us in our daily lives, from our doors and windows to our mobile phones and kitchenware. Be sure to choose the right glass for your needs when it comes to updating your property.