Entryway & Foyer Decor Mistakes to Avoid

 

A well-planned and designed entryway is an essential aspect for every homeowner who wants their space to give a good impression and positive vibe to guests and visitors. After all, it's the first thing that guests notice. A dark or cramped foyer might leave them in hollow thinking of a creepy living room worthy of the Addams clan.

If you are doubtful about your entryway décor that it is falling short of the mark, then why not find out the ways to improve and give an elegant look to your space. Rather than planning and making a list of things that make a good foyer, let us check on the entryway and foyer décor mistakes to avoid and give a flawless look to the living space. So, check out that you aren’t making these mistakes.

1.Bulky Furniture: Placing large and bulky furniture at the entryway is the biggest mistake. The entryway and foyer play an important role in every house and it gives a lasting impression to the guests. Try buying sleek and smaller seating furniture which will also prevent blocking the pathway to the living area.

2.Lack of Light: Having too little or too dark is another mistake that is commonly found in many houses. Whether it is dark painted walls or inadequate lighting, the problem will be the same. Make sure that there is proper light on the entryway.

 3.Choosing the wrong Flooring: Dark-colored tiles won't show marks and can be cleaned easily but they also darken the space and makes the décor and the entryway dull and gloomy. So avoid using dark tiles at the entryway. Choose something in the light shade so that foyer is projected well with adequate light.

 4. No sitting arrangement:  Another mistake many of us make is not having a proper place to sit down while wearing or removing the shoes before making the way to the living space. If your room doesn’t have enough space to keep a bench or chair, a stool or a small couch can work. Even a beautiful ceramic painted or a wooden stool can brighten the foyer and can be used as seating when needed.

 5. Not having an Organizer: As we enter the foyer right after taking off shoes, the second thought comes were to drop a pile of things like keys, an umbrella, headgears, and other kinds of stuff. No matter how big or small is your entryway, you need to have an organizer like a sideboard or a console table or shoe organizer with cabinets so that you can place or hang your things while entering the house.

Conclusion: An entryway is the first impression of the inside of your home for any guests or visitors so having cramped or dark can be a turnoff for them. Pick a sleek piece of furniture that is meant to fit a smaller entryway. It is always wise not to leave too much space for clutter otherwise it will be overcrowded and making the entryway look shabby.