The 6 questions we ask ourselves about lighting and decoration
Where to place the general lighting in the bathroom? To look good in the morning, lighting your bathroom is essential and must be taken into account for optimal comfort. For it to be effective, opt for several light sources that will vary according to the use you will make of it.
1. Where to place the general lighting in the bathroom?
To look good in the morning, lighting your bathroom is essential and must be taken into account for optimal comfort. For it to be effective, opt for several light sources that will vary according to the use you will make of them.
The first, the general source, is usually located on the ceiling and provides a diffuse light. Choose a ceiling light that will diffuse a soft light that will not be aggressive to the eyes or a light source that will be diffused over the entire room. SpotlightsChoose a ceiling light that will diffuse a soft light that will not be aggressive to the eyes, or a light fixture that will spread the light evenly over the entire ceiling. Remember not to use a light that is too warm, which will be used to create a warm atmosphere but will not accurately reproduce the colors.
The second, complementary source of light is most often found near the mirror. Avoid shadows and choose two Spotlights on each side of the mirror, at eye level, which will give a natural light and colors close to reality, without giving you a pale complexion.
2. Which desk lamp should I choose for my work or relaxation area?
Comfort at work often depends on the right choice of a desk or an ergonomic chair, but light a also has its role to play! To stay focused all day long and avoid eye strain from staring at a screen, the choice of lighting is essential.
If ceiling lights or neon lights provide ambient lighting throughout a room, they must be accompanied by other light sources such as Floor lamps which will provide indirect light and desk lamps which have a directional diffusion, adaptable to the office and the work surface.
For optimal visual comfort, it is best to place an articulated lamp behind the work surface. In this way, it will be able to attenuate the contrasts with the blue light of the screen and be adjustable in its position according to the moment of the day.
Be careful also with the choice of the bulb. A warm light will be conducive to relaxation, while a cold light, which is white, will be stimulating and will promote concentration.
3. How many light points to put in a room?
It all depends on the size of your room! But to obtain an optimal and pleasant brightness, bet on a minimum of three light points. The rule is simple, the first diffuses an ambient light, such as a Floor lamp, the second illuminates the room as a whole, often a ceiling light that will illuminate the entire room, but which will not be sufficient in itself and the third is punctual. This last one will illuminate certain poles and will have a strategic use, as for example a lamp illuminating an armchair, a dining table, a work surface.
The more light sources you have, the better! However, be careful to distribute them well. In a living room, for example, think of placing a lamp near the television to avoid visual fatigue, while in a kitchen, it is preferable to light the dining area and the work surface for a certain comfort, without dazzling!
4. Where to place a Floor lamp in your living room?
The Floor lamps are perfect to dress up a living room because they diffuse a soft light, conducive to comfort. Near an armchair, it is ideal to accompany the reading, without dazzling. A next to a sofa, it creates a warm and friendly atmosphere. In a corner of a room, it allows to emphasize the volumes. In addition, they constitute elements of decoration and strong pieces in an interior, whatever the style. Industrial, Scandinavian, classic ... There is a for all tastes!
5. How to choose between warm and cold light?
It's easy! It all depends on the atmosphere you want to give to your room. For a cozy living room like the bedroom or living room, choose a warm light for more privacy. To make the right choice, pay attention to the labeling of your bulbs. For a warm light, the value should be between 1500 and 3000 Kelvin. You will get an orange hue, perfect for relaxing and resting.
On the contrary, a cold light will stimulate your brain because it is close to daylight. The value between 6000 and 8000 Kelvin will perfectly accompany rooms like the kitchen, bathroom or office when you need to concentrate.
6. At what height should a wall lamp wall be placed?
Although there is no rule governing the installation of a wall lamp wall, most are usually between 1m80 and 2m. But this height can vary depending on the height of the ceiling, the type ofwall lamp or the place of installation and the use you want to make of it.For example, in a bathroom, a wall lamp can be applied at 1m70, near the mirror for a diffuse light. While in a corridor it is better to use a vertical wall lamp , at 1m60 height, it will be more adapted to the surface and to the reduced space and the rendering will be all the more attractive.The installation of these lights will also have the advantage of being a decorative object. Choose its shape, color, style and materials to match any room in your home. You are spoilt for choice!
