Bedroom lighting can be tricky. Not many people realize this. You have to have lighting that is bright enough to see that you're dressed properly or, for ladies, to be sure that your makeup is just right. It should also be romantic or subtle enough for retiring at night. For those who love to read a chapter or so before bedtime, bedside lamps should have the right amount of illumination for the eyes.
Here are some things you should consider if you are planning your bedroom or simply want to refurbish its lighting system.
The placement of your light switches is critical. Start thinking about when you're entering your room. Ideally, you must be able to switch on a couple of selected lights from right inside your door. You might wonder how luxury hotels have perfected this. You need to begin with planning your furniture set-up first, before proceeding with the positioning of your lights and switches.
To know what types of lights you will buy, you need to consider the needs and wants of the occupant or occupants of the bedroom. Children would need a good reading light for school homework and projects. Night lights, dimmers or some type of subdued lighting are needed for your little one's nursery.
Couples usually want bedside lamps with separate switches. It may be a surprise to some people, but they do not need to look exactly the same. In fact, they can be of different height and design, depending on the purpose of the person who will be occupying the space beside it. The height is the key. When you sit up on bed, the bottom of the shade should be at eye level. In this way, the light illuminates your book perfectly without shining in your eyes.
A dresser or a makeup mirror functions best with lights placed on either side. The lights should make you see your face better. They should not shine on the mirror and toss the light back in your eyes.
If your room has a center light, its shade should match your room's theme or atmosphere. For a touch of grandeur or femininity, try putting up a chandelier. The ones with ceiling fans can emphasize your Colonial or Mediterranean style.
You have a wide array of choices for your bedroom lighting when you go to a hardware store or an electrical shop. To make sure you will have the perfect lighting for your room, take note of where in the room will it be used and how.
