Layered lighting can give a home the perfect touch of warmth (and it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg!). Whether you’re buying, selling, or staying put for now, check out how you can utilize these three types of lighting to achieve the look you’ve been dreaming of!
Ambient Lighting
You may be unfamiliar with the term “ambient lighting”, but this is the type of lighting we use MOST of the time. Windows and overhead fixtures are the ambient lighting that allows us to see and move around safely. We’re talking about the main source of light in the room.
When it comes to selecting or updating your primary light fixtures, consider fixtures like recessed can lights, track lights, and chandeliers. If you’re looking for cost-effective ways to transform your old, out-of-style fixtures, check out this blog: Stylish But Inexpensive Light Fixture Makeovers. Who knows? You might just need a little paint and elbow grease to get the look you want!
Accent Lighting
Now accent lighting serves a different purpose. You already have enough light to see, but maybe you want to draw people’s attention to something in the room. It could be a piece of art, a plant, a bookcase, or really anything you want to focus on. That’s where accent lighting comes into play. You can utilize track and recessed lighting as well as wall-mounted fixtures and angled lamps to direct a “spotlight” and create your focal point.
Before you start overloading your outlets with every lamp you can find, here are a few tips. First off, you don’t need to light up each and every wall hanging. Be strategic and only light what you want people to see most. Second, dimmers are your friend. You can adjust the amount of light until you get the perfect glow WHILE saving electricity. This will make you and Mother Earth very happy! For more accent lighting tips, click here to learn from the pros at DIY Network.
Task Lighting
You can probably figure this one out, but task lighting helps you accomplish, well, tasks. It’s possible your workspaces already have this type of lighting. Desk and floor lamps are commonly used for task lighting. Finding the right task lighting really depends on the work you will be doing and should be placed to the side of your work area to reduce glare and limit shadows.
For more task lighting ideas, click here to read Tips for Getting Your Task Lighting Right.
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