If you're in the middle of building your home, you should already think about what kind of lighting you would want to install as they are built into the house before it's finished. There are various kinds of light fixtures you can use, and some are more fitting in certain rooms than others.
1. Recessed Ceiling Lights
This is the most common lighting you'd find in households. They're the kind that are built into the ceiling. One of the perks of these fixtures is that you won't have to clean them very often unlike other lightings that might gather dust over time. The downside is that it would be harder to replace its bulbs since it's too high to reach without a ladder or a chair.
2. Pendant Lights
Another one that's normally found in a home is pendant lighting, which are fixtures that are hanging by some kind of line. Since they hang lower than recessed lights, you'll find it easier to change the bulbs. They are usually positioned over places that require bright lighting such as dining tables or kitchen counters. They can also be used to add style to the room.
3. Cove Lighting
This is becoming more common in modern architecture, so maybe you might want to add it to your home as well. It's usually done by placing LED strips in the recessed edges of your ceiling. This way, the strip itself will be hidden and not look tacky. This gives off more of an ambient light, so it's ideal to use them for bedrooms and living rooms.
4. Wall Sconce
Wall sconces are also a way of providing focused lighting in a small area. Depending on the brightness of the bulb, they can sometimes solely be decorative. After all, there are several designs that look pretty enough to just be a decoration on the wall. This will add substance to your walls especially if you don't plan on hanging any other decorative elements.
5. Table Lamp
Lamp shades of table lamps are just as important as other lighting, especially if you do some kind of table work at home that requires you to read or write. It provides a more focused light on a flat surface. It would be better if you purchase one that's adjustable so you can position it farther for wider coverage, or close for brighter lighting.
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6. Chandelier
Chandeliers are pretty pieces of art that also provide lighting to a huge area in your home. There are various kinds you can choose from, depending on the color scheme or theme of the room or place you're installing it in. The best place for it is higher ceilings, as they would be way too distracting when placed in a lower height.
7. Stand Lamps
Just like table lamps, stand lamps are a good way to add a decorative element to the room. It creates a sort of reflective light if you place it in a corner and you have light-colored walls. It's also a good way to fill a vacant space in between your furniture. Plus, it's a good source of light if you want to rest on your couch and read a book.
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