Make the Most of Natural Daylight
In the Northern hemisphere, at the summer solstice the sun rises at 4.30am and sets around 9.30pm, at a maximum height of 50-60 degrees above horizon. Even though it may be cloudy, it′s a perfect time to make the most of natural daylight.Â
In your interior, the colour scheme can enhance how bright and light a room appears. Lighter colours on the walls, furnishings and surfaces will reflect more natural light, whereas dark and muted colours absorb natural light, without reflecting it around your room.  For artificial light you would need a less powerful bulb to brighten a room with a light colour scheme than dark. Same applies with natural daylight.
Heavy curtains and blinds may be blocking the amount of natural light your room receives. Â Opt for simple, light weight translucent fabrics that can reveal the whole window when opened. Keep curtains and blinds open during the day to allow as much direct light in as possible. For privacy use lightweight net curtains or consider frosted or acid etched glass to allow light through albeit diffused. Â Â
Mirrors are a great way of achieving more light within dark and confined spaces. Position these around your room, taking care not to cause glare if positioned in the direct path of sunlight and where you are sitting/working. Outside your home, look for any trees or shrubs in full bloom that are blocking the path of light into your home. Â
Making the most of natural daylight will help you feel more alert and motivated. Natural daylight has been proven to be an important part of mental and physical wellbeing. Most of us don′t spend enough time outdoors, so increasing the amount of natural daylight within the home, although a compromise is a good step forward.
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