The Best Type of Lighting for the Bedroom

Bedroom lighting should reflect personality and mood.

If you want to give your bedroom a mini makeover or are decorating a new bedroom for the first time, you want to select lighting that makes the room appealing. The lighting you choose for your bedroom is used for a number of purposes and will make the space more welcoming.

Room Size

The size of the bedroom lighting fixtures you select should depend upon the size of the room and the decorative style you've chosen. If you have a spacious bedroom, a large light fixture in the center of ceiling should provide adequate lighting to the entire space. However, if you've chosen neutral colors for the room and want to give a more relaxed feel, a lamp in the corner with a dimmer can set all sorts of moods.

Try to also work in natural lighting as much as possible.

Function

Determine how lights will be used in your bedroom. If you've hung a colorful piece of artwork on the main wall, a small light installed underneath the picture brings more attention to it. If you enjoy reading before bedtime, lamps on the side of the bed or lights installed into the headboard provide extra light. And mood lighting can also set the scene for romance.

Considerations

You can choose bedroom lighting that matches your decor for a more impressive effect. For example, if blue is the main shade used for your bedroom furniture and bedding, install soft blue light bulbs in the room's lamps to make the atmosphere more relaxing and complementary to the decor.

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