How to Paint a Room Without Windows
It is a special challenge to paint a room without windows. Because no natural light will enter a room like this, the choice of colors is much more critical. Too dark a color choice will result in a room that looks and feels like a cave, and patterns on the wall may make the room feel overcrowded and tiny.
Things You'll Need:
- Paint rollers
- Roller pan
- Paintbrushes for small areas
- Drop cloth or newspaper
- Painter’s tape
- Choose your color carefully. Color is the main consideration to paint a room without windows. Aim for light colors to help create an expansive look. Light colors such as white, beige, and pastel shades are all acceptable in a windowless room. Try to avoid creating patterns or disruptions in the color as this will create a shrinking effect.
- Clean the room and prepare it for painting. Remove all unnecessary furniture and fixtures, then tape around windowsills and light switches to protect them from paint splatter. Lay a drop cloth for the floors and make sure the walls are clean and ready to accept a new coat of paint.
- Paint the room. Using rollers and paintbrushes, apply a coat of paint thoroughly on all of the walls. Let the paint dry and reapply if necessary. Be sure to let the paint dry completely before applying a new coat or your walls may permanently stay tacky to the touch.
By focusing on light colors, you can create a room that feels expansive rather than constrictive. Light colors allow the eyes to travel more and create an illusion of roominess, even in a small room without windows.