If you're living in a studio apartment or a dorm room without windows, chances are you're going to need some artificial light to make it feel more like home. There are plenty of ways to light up your living space without breaking the bank. Here are some tips for lighting up your room without windows.

Use table lamps, not floor lamps.

If you have a room with no windows, you may be tempted to plug in floor lamps. But that can make the room feel even smaller and more claustrophobic. Instead, use table lamps to light up the space and make it feel more open. If you need a lot of light in your room, use two table lamps instead of one.

Add a mirror to reflect light.

If you have a dark room with no windows, try adding a mirror to reflect light. You can also use a lamp with a lightbulb that emits warm light. A lamp with a frosted glass shade will also emit some light. If you have an overhead light, try installing an energy-efficient fluorescent bulb. This will produce more light than a standard incandescent bulb and not heat up the room as much.

Hang a chandelier.

If you have a room with no windows, it can feel like a cave. Try hanging a beautiful chandelier, which will cast light in all directions. There are chandeliers of all sizes, styles, colors and prices, so feel free to adjust it to your room, your budget and the space decoration.

Paint your walls bright colors.

The color of the paint you choose for your walls can have a huge impact on how light or dark a room feels. For example, a bright yellow color will make the room feel more spacious and brighter. It’s not just about picking the right shade of color, but also about choosing a color that’s in the same family as the other colors in the room. For example, if you have blue furniture, you might want to go with a light blue or turquoise paint color.

White walls are also a great option, it's a classic ang timeless color, they go well in pretty much any room and they will reflect light and effortlessly brighten up your room. 

Use LED lights

LED lights are a great way to illuminate a room without windows. They are also energy efficient and long-lasting. You can also use them to create different moods in your home. For example, you can use warm lights for a cozy atmosphere or cool lights for a bright and modern look.