50 Instant Facelifts | Midwest Living

50 Instant Facelifts

Paint, fabric and a little creativity go a long way when you want to update your home's decor. Refresh your home with these easy ideas.

Small changes for big effects

8. Enlarge a small room by hanging a framed mirror on the wall (left). Or buy a large mirror and lean it against the wall in a hallway or room. It reflects light and adds space to an area.

9. Make a window appear larger by hanging extra-long curtain panels above the top of the window. A good rule of thumb is to look at the space above your window and divide it into thirds. A third of the way up is where the rod should go.

10. Change out a rectangular coffee table for two smaller squares, a round one or a glass-topped version, giving the illusion of more space.

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