"-L." > wrote

> My bath has a sklylight too, so I know what you mean! It's over the
> shower, which is sort of weird until you see the room. They painted
> the recessed "box" the skylight is in with a bright marigold-colored
> paint, so even when the sun isn't shining, it seems like it is because
> the paint casts a golden hue. They painted the recesses of all the
> skylights in the house, which I would have never thought to do, but
> it's a pretty cool effect.

That sounds pretty neat. I love that marigold color lately. For some
reason I am really attracted to saffrons and orangey-golds with contrasting
colors lately, lol! I have no idea why but everything that catches my eye is
in
these colors.

>
> One thing you can do to brighten a house that lacks light is paint and
> decorate in light colors and use those lightbulbs that mimic sunlight -
> it really does make a difference.

I sure could use some new, lighter colored furniture. Next house (if there
is one) I want that light, bright feel. Bigger rooms, more/bigger windows.