I just rented this house and one of the bedrooms (mine) is dark real

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wood. Too dark,what can I do to change it or brighten it?


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  • DebM DebM on Jan 28, 2018

    I'd hang a wall tapestry completely covering the largest wall, amazon and wayfair have thousands at a reasonable price. Then use bright poster art for the remaining walls and knick knacks throughout. Wall mirror ensembles also can be used. Light or bright color bedding and sheers for the windows.
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    • DebM DebM on Feb 01, 2018

      Have you asked your landlord for permission to paint? Like maybe a whitewash or gray wash?

      If nothing else, you could apply contact paper (self adhesive). It comes in nice thick opaque vynil these days and many nice patterns.

      Lastly you might be able to put up bead board, trying to use small tack nails along same place as the paneling nails.

      I would hate dark paneling in my bedroom too! Awful!

  • Johnavallance82 Johnavallance82 on Jan 29, 2018

    Use Mirrors and Colourful Artwork and Accessories. - Bedding and Rugs etc.
    • Debbie Debbie on Jan 29, 2018

      Sounds good. What would you think about talking it down?
  • Joan Huston Joan Huston on Jan 29, 2018

    How using removable wallpaper
  • Johnavallance82 Johnavallance82 on Jan 29, 2018

    Ask the Landlord if you can! Are you planning on this being a long time rental? If not, don't bother unless it really gets you down.
  • Random Chance Random Chance on Jan 29, 2018

    Refinishing wood to lighten the color is a VERY laborious process, involving sanding the eniter surface multiple time, involving noxious chemicals. Not recommended for a diy project.
  • DebM DebM on Feb 01, 2018

    I bet it is. I hate dark paneling. Have you asked your landlord for permission to paint?

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