Vaulted ceilings add a stunning level of elegance to your home. They give a room an open-air feel and help distract the eye by creating the impression that the room is larger than it actually is. In addition, vaulted ceilings create visual interest in a space and add a certain elegance to bedrooms, living and dining rooms, and kitchens. Make the most of the cathedral ceilings in your home with these decorating tips.
- Use the right color. Cathedral ceilings are easily enhanced when you add color to them. Neutral colors tend to work best on high ceilings, as they make the space feel more open. If you’re looking for a simple change, paint the planks that create your vaulted ceiling a richer hue to draw the eye up and transform your ceiling into its own work of art. Bold, deep colors will make the ceiling feel lower and create a more intimate space, while lighter colors will open the space up. Generally, vaulted ceilings look best when the entire ceiling is painted the same shade or the walls themselves are a light color and the planks are a dark wood tone to really make the structure pop.
- Illuminate with care. The right lighting can make or break the appearance of your vaulted ceiling. Neglecting to put lighting up there altogether can create a dark mass on your ceiling and make the entire room feel extremely small. To avoid this, incorporate light fixtures into the layout of your vaulted ceiling. If your vaulted ceilings are white on white, dress them up with a decorative chandelier. If your vaulted ceilings feature wood or colored beams, high-hat lights bring warmth to that area without distracting from the drama the decorative beams create.
- Accessorize high up. Vaulted ceilings come with high walls that require plenty of decorating. The perfect way to compliment a high ceiling is to add large, vertical artwork. Find a piece of art that speaks to your personality or incorporate a variety of pieces arranged into a gallery wall format. When you’re adding artwork to your walls, be sure to install them high enough on the wall. Hanging them too low could shrink the appearance of the room. The same goes for window treatments – hang curtain rods high on the wall, extending several feet above the window itself, to keep the room looking proportional.
- Opt for sturdy furnishings. Small furniture with delicate features can shrink a room with vaulted ceilings, making it feel awkward. To avoid this, incorporate sturdy furnishings into a room with high ceilings. Think sectional couches with tufted arms, bulky throw pillows, and solid wood tables. In a dining room, chairs with high, dramatic backs pair perfectly with the vibe a cathedral ceiling evokes. For bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, incorporate a bedroom set that features a four post bed and a tall chest of drawers to help fill in the extra space present in the room.
Rooms with vaulted ceilings deserve to be accentuated. Utilize these tips and tricks to make the most of your home’s cathedral ceilings! For more home deciding which furnishings, décor, and wall color will work best with your vaulted ceiling, contact Carmen Mackey today.
