All about lighting in a bedroom

January 26, 2018   bedroom   Comment  

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Definitely the most intimate room in the house, the bedroom must meet a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. Its lighting follows the same idea, but must also adapt to the different activities that take place in the room throughout the day. So, let's take a look at how to choose and have the bedroom lighting.

General lighting for everyday tasks

Although daylight provides visibility in the bedroom, there is still a need for general lighting in the center of the room to perform certain activities such as cleaning or dressing. The luminaire shown is the ceiling lamp. Some prefer the design style with a discreet side, others will embark on a ceiling with more assertive decor. In the luxurious bedrooms, the appropriate lighting seems the suspension. In all cases, the key is to connect the light to a switch with a dimmer, to adjust the intensity of the light as needed. A little reminder anyway, when choosing a general lighting, it is necessary that its dimensions are consistent with the surface or the height of the room. A suspension should not be too low at the risk of creating a blinding light.

Lighting in cabinets or closets

Here comes the other functional aspect of bedroom lighting. To avoid the blow of the flashlight, it is advisable to install lighting fixtures in the storage places. But what kind of lighting? Fluorescent flat tubes or LED can be integrated into the shelves to illuminate them as soon as the doors open. They are ideally placed above the cabinet or cupboard for optimal lighting. Some models take the shape of a stick to emit very little heat. In this case, they are fixed using an adhesive system either along the shelves or on the sides.

Lighting around the bed, the essentials to remember

In order to create a certain harmony in the bedroom, the sleeping area needs special lighting. As it has to meet two requirements: to support the general lighting and to be functional during the night, it is necessary to be careful to choose the appropriate luminaires. A discreet light that does not disturb neighbors is proposed by bedside lamps. They revive the decor of the room during the day and offer a touch of intimacy in the evening. They are available in several styles and styles.
Headboards are also suitable for reading. The so-called reading lights are more appropriate, since they broadcast a more concentrated lighting for a better visual comfort. For those who prefer to stay in traditional habits, lamps with lampshades clear enough. It is then enough to opt for the models with higher height so that the lighting reaches at least the level of the face of its user. One hint however, never substitute a bedside lamp for a desk lamp. The latter gives off dazzling light, at the risk of making the reading unpleasant.

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Additional and Optional Lights

The bedroom can accommodate underfloor lights. They are useful when you have to wake up during the night, but you want to avoid waking your partner. Sold in sets of 3 to 10 spots, they are enough to mark the way to the bathroom safely.