Home Lighting & Lamps

Home Lighting 
Accent, Table, Floor, Buffet & outdoor Lamps

When you are looking to change or update the look of your home decor consider using lamps.  By simply replacing your old lamps for something new you can transform the look and feel of any room.

If you are looking for a softer approach use shades that are a bit darker such as taupe rather then ivory or white.  The shade of the lamp is what can  transform a cold, uninviting room to one that is cozy and welcoming. There are various shapes of shades but it is a good idea to make sure the lamp shade you choose is proportional to the base. In other words, if you are looking at a table lamp try to make sure that the shade is 2/3 of the height of the base it sits on or you will have a beautiful lamp looking out-of-sorts.

The style you choose is up to you.  Don't be afraid to mix modern with traditional if the overall look makes you happy.  One important note I must mention that a lot of people (including myself) forget when choosing home lighting is what tasks will the lamp be used for!  I can not emphasis this enough.  I found really cool lamps that I loved for my family room.  The floor lamps and table lamps have an amber shades and I absolutely adore the soft ambiance they give in the evening...only problem is if I want to read a book  I have to turn on the overhead lights as the lamps and their shades are really not meant for the task of reading.  If you can deal with that then it is not a problem.

Basically there are four types of lighting to consider when redecorating or designing your room and they are: (1) Ambient lighting used for those undefined areas of your room mainly used for navigational purposes. (2) Task lighting which illuminates bright light for the task at hand( i.e. reading, cooking etc.) (3)Accent lighting similar to task lighting as it gives directed light but it focuses on focal points of interest like artwork and sets the mood for the space. (4)Decorative lighting can be achieved with Ambient, Task or Accent lighting but decorative lighting usually is the focal point such as a chandelier in the dining room. 

Thankfully there are endless possibilities for achieving the look you desire with home lighting that can and will make your life much easier and enjoyable.

Comments

[fabric blinds]

Hi,

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[Joy]

Am renovating my house and thinking of something new..awesome lighting..Thanks!

[Berri Rannells]

Hi,

I am glad you liked the lighting for the home. We have lots of lighting available. If you are trying to create a particular feel or looking for a specific style let us know we'd be happy to show you lamps that will give you just what you are looking for.

Good luck with your renovation. If you would like suggestions or a second outside opinion just let me know.

Here's to your renovation project!

Berri

[Crystal]

That has got to be one of the most beautiful lamps I have ever seen, why is it from and how much did it cost?

[Made to measure Venetian window blinds]

Hi,

Nice article...I like this style of lamp.....I m renovating my home , I think this blog will helpful for me....

[home lighting]

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[Jayne]

Lighting really can effect a lot. It can not only change the mood but the color of objects in your room. I had a certain lamp that gave off a bright fluorescent color that made my couch look lime green, when it was more of a sage. Test things out first.

[Blinds]

Hi

Great practical ideas on the importance of lighting and the impact it can make on our lives. We should certainly consider these suggestions when we are thinking of changing our décor.

[Low voltage lights]

I've being researching about lamps because I need to buy one, and I've found your post very helpful :) . I thought I would leave my first comment. I don't know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog!