![]() The nice thing about adding mirrored screen dividers is that you get the added benefit of reflection. So, using a mirrored screen room divider can accomplish that same thing. I wrote about using privacy screens a few months ago as an option in a small living room for a small office space. Face the Entire Fireplace Wall with Mirror Although, it should be “go big in your small home!” 16. The cliché “go big or go home” has great merit in a mirror treatment like this. It’s better to fill a space with one large interesting item like a mirror than it is to place a piece that is too small.īeing able to play with scale and balance is a fundamental of interior design and home decorating. There’s no way to ignore it because your brain will automatically notice it and you’ll know there’s something different about it and that’s okay.Ĭreating a vignette where one thing is much larger than another in direct relationship to it is much more interesting and appealing than say having a tiny mirror over a medium or small table or credenza. By placing an oversized round mirror over a smaller table or chest, you create a focal point. Sometimes one really big piece will add drama, especially if it’s much larger than the piece below it. This is a way to play with scale in your small living room. Flank a Fireplace in a Small Living Room with Large Leaner Mirrors Stylish funky mirrors like this up a small living room’s cool factor for sure! 11. It looks like an interior window or a dramatic pass through to another room. It looks a lot like a window with rattan, caning or iron work to provide a bit of depth behind it. It has just enough character to be an interesting and artistic piece, but it won’t overpower a small wall. The iron work makes a old world statement that can work in a traditional home or an eclectic or industrial space. This mirror in the picture above is another great example of obscuring a mirror. Best of all, you’re stuff behind the doors isn’t visible so, if you’re cabinet is stuffed to the gills no worries, it’s all hidden away. It will look like the cabinet doors have clear glass at first glance. ![]() You can cover mirrored cabinet doors with caning to give it a vintage look. I happen to love the rattan and caning trend that’s happening now. One simple way to do this is to place a tall plant stand under the thermostat, and use a large leafy plant, like a yucca or fern, to cover the device on the wall.įor more great tips and tricks to create both style and comfort in your home, be sure to check back regularly on our blog for new updates.There’s a ton of different mirrors on the market with unique and interesting obscurity. Block It, But Let It BreatheĪn important consideration to keep in mind with covering your thermostat is to make sure that air from the room is able to circulate around the device so that it can take a proper temperature reading. This can also be done with artwork and or photographs of family, pets, or friends. Buy a classy looking mirror, just big enough to cover the thermostat, and attach a swing hinge to the side, so that you can easily access the thermostat. This is a smart and useful way to cover up your thermostat. Add several more paintings and art with decorative frames to make the thermostat blend right in. Find a decorative ornamental frame from a craft store, a thrift store, or antique shop and use it to frame your thermostat. It may seem eccentric, but sometimes the best way to distract from an eyesore is to call attention to it. Check out Pinterest for some great tips and tricks on how to DIY a painting fast! Frame It! You can purchase a premade work of art, or DIY one! Art supply stores carry canvases in various sizes. ![]() Use a thick “gallery style” painting (aim for a canvas that is at least 2.5 inches thick) to cover up the thermostat and add a bit of design to your space. This will also add a bit of depth and intrigue to a possibly otherwise uninteresting space. Use knick-knacks and leaning paintings on a floating shelf to cover up the thermostat and distract the eye from the device. Below are a few ways to disguise your thermostat! Floating Shelving ![]() But, if you’re not looking to spend a lot of money on an upgrade, you have several options. If you really dislike the look of your current thermostat, you could always invest in a new streamlined model, such as a smart thermostat or another modern programmable thermostat. Disguising the unit won’t make it go away, exactly, but it will be out of sight. ![]() Getting rid of this incredibly functional device isn’t exactly an option, so the best solution is to find a smart and attractive way to cover up the device on your wall. This makes it pretty easy to notice the unsightly device, and potentially make you yearn to have it gone. Most homes have an unattractive thermostat that, due to the nature of the device, is recommended to be mounted in plain sight, in a common room, at eye level. ![]()
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