Light bulbs are a integral to the
overall ambience of a home. They can be used to create effective mood lighting,
and with clever use of colour temperatures they can give a room a very specific
‘feel’. But this can only be achieved by matching the right lighting solution
to the right room. This guide outlines the main rooms in the house and offers
suggestions on how to make the best of the space using just the most basic of
solutions; light.
Living Room
The living room is the heart of
the house, the place where the majority of people spend most of their time, and
the place where most entertaining takes place. As such,the living room should
be a warm and inviting space where people feel comfortable and relaxed. Light
bulbs with warm temperatures are a great choice for living spaces; in previous
years this could usually be achieved with an incandescent light bulb, which has
a temperature of 2,700 Kelvins, but with advances in lighting technology, energy-saving LED light
bulbs can now be used to replicate this comforting and hospitable ambience.
Bedroom
The bedroom is also a place for a
warm ambience, but without the brightness and vitality which is associated with
living spaces. Mood lighting, feature lamps and dimmable LED light bulbs
are recommended for the bedroom, as they
can be tailored to the demands of the room. Getting ready for work on a dark
winter morning will require a higher level of light than reclining in bed
reading a book or catching up with some television; the flexible level of light
offered by these different lighting solutions is befitting of this multipurpose
room.
Kitchen
The kitchen is also a well-used
room in the house, with many people choosing to double up this room as a dining
room. Cooking and eating requires a high level of light, with bright and
vibrant daylight shades often chosen for the kitchen. Energy-saving daylight
bulbs keep the room brightly illuminated and create a fresh ambience perfect
for early evening meals or revitalising breakfasts. Installing track lighting
on the underside of kitchen cabinets is also a great lighting solution for this
space, and gives people optimum illumination for preparing their meals.
Bathroom
The bathroom is a tricky room to
light because of the excess condensation and steam which will inevitably be a
frequent occurrence. Downlighters are a great solution for this room, as their
waterproof qualities prevent any electrical malfunctions, and they can be
spaced at intervals which offer even and constant light. Lighted mirrors are
also a popular choice, with LED technology incorporated into the mirrored
surface to leave no dark spots or hidden areas when shaving or applying
make-up.
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