Home lighting 101

1- Pendants and chandeliers are ideal for general lighting. Adjust the height to suit your space. If your fixture isn’t installed over the bed, consider leaving a seven-foot clearance below it.

4- Lighting provided by fans equipped with a light fixture offer a powerful general lighting boost. Moreover, you’ll enjoy a refreshing breeze in summer by setting the rotation counterclockwise, and in winter, you can maximize your heating by adjusting the rotation clockwise.

2- Replace your bedside lamps with a single pendant light on either side of the bed to generate more space on your bedside tables.

5- Recessed fittings are very popular in bedrooms. They keep your ceiling clear and provide well-diffused lighting. To ensure greater efficiency, install them at least 18 inches from the walls. Here are the recommended installation distances according to recessed fitting type:

MR-16: One to every 4 to 6 feet

PAR-20: One to every 3 to 4 feet

GU-10: One to every 2 to 3 feet

LED: One to every 3 to 5 feet

3- Flush mount ceiling light offer a great lighting power thanks to their many types of circular bases. They leave the space beneath them clear.