Multiply your light sources in the bedroom
No matter the lighting issue, a professional designer’s go-to solution is always to make the most of natural daylight. Unfortunately, nature’s limits are clear – sunlight brightens our spaces only during the day. At night, we’re left with just the moon and bulbs for illumination. That’s why having multiple lighting fixtures in your bedroom is highly recommended.
Options for general lighting
The simplest way to light a room is to install one of our bedroom pendant lights right at the centre of the ceiling. This ensures a brighter space in every corner. You can also fit between one and three fixtures on the ceiling for even more coverage. Pendant lights may be connected to a dimmer switch to control brightness to suit your needs.
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Advances in technology mean you can now enjoy the benefit of LED lighting. In interior design, LEDs are popular to brighten up your bedroom’s interior as well. For example, you can install either recessed or surface-mounted LED spotlights on the ceiling, ensuring comprehensive general lighting just like pendant lights would.
Recessed LED spotlights provide even, harmonious light in the room. They come in two types:
- Fixed spotlights or non-adjustable spots, which direct light straight down to the floor.
- Adjustable spots are a fantastic choice if you want fixtures that can be repositioned even after installation.
Surface-mounted spotlights, meanwhile, look like pivoting wall lights or compact round lamps. Both options are effective, though generally less attractive. However, they are easier to replace if needed.
Install functional lighting
Once you have general lighting covered, consider adding lighting for specific tasks. These options complement your pendant lights or LED spots to further optimise brightness. Bedroom wall lights are a brilliant alternative to bedside lamps – fixed to the wall, they provide targeted accent lighting for specific needs like reading or creating a cosy ambience. Wall lights are also loved for the warm environment they produce.
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A wall light is the perfect fit for a wide range of interior design styles – rustic, modern, or even Scandinavian. They’re made from materials such as wood, wrought iron, bronze, glass, plastic, or nickel, so there’s a model for every taste. Wall lights also act as decorative features themselves, especially when installed at the ideal height. Placement depends on your room’s layout: for a ceiling height of 2.5 metres, it’s best to fit wall lights 1.8 metres above the floor.
Adding ambient lighting
Ambience is another key factor when choosing bedroom lighting. The bedroom is a versatile living space that’s used for all sorts of activities, each demanding a different atmosphere. Take a built-in workspace, for example – here, the lighting should encourage concentration, and a pendant light is a solid option.
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But there are times when one person wants to sleep while the other still needs to work. In this case, turn off the central light: a wall light, set to the right brightness, will illuminate only the desk area. Table lamps and floor reading lamps for the bedroom are also excellent choices, as they put light exactly where you need it most.
For a romantic or intimate mood, several sources of soft, adjustable lighting are essential. Gentle light is effective in fostering that kind of atmosphere. Try installing a wall light above the headboard, which will create a warm, subtle glow for added comfort.
Selecting the right lighting fixtures
There are countless options for general, task or ambient lighting, but it’s crucial not to overcrowd your space or choose fixtures that are too large or jarring compared to your overall décor. Be sure to weigh up a few essential criteria:
- Bedroom size: Determining the room’s surface area first helps you work out the right level of brightness needed for perfect lighting – especially important before shopping for a pendant light.
- Desired ambience: Your choice of fixture should always suit the feeling you want to create. A lamp for reading, or an adjustable wall light for gentle, intimate lighting.
- Aesthetic appeal: Since lighting doubles as decor even when switched off, it’s worth picking a style you’ll enjoy looking at throughout the day.
Don’t forget a reading lamp for comfortable nighttime reading
Do you love reading at night before you drift off? Why not add a reading lamp above your headboard for ultimate comfort? That way, you can enjoy your book without disturbing your partner, who can sleep peacefully in a darker part of the room. There are plenty of reading lamp options to consider.
You could, for instance, fit a wall-mounted reading light or opt for a fixture that incorporates a built-in reading lamp. An adjustable lamp means you can customise the lighting according to your needs. Or choose a directional LED reading lamp to direct the light wherever you’d like.
Choosing lighting according to the desired atmosphere
Whether it’s for the living room or bedroom, creating a cosy ambience is essential for feeling truly at home. This atmosphere is key to your well-being. One of the best ways to achieve it is with a bedside lamp. Placed on one or both sides of the bed, a bedside lamp is well known for its positive effects on mood.
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