How to Determine the Best Place for a Lamp in a Family Room

A family room should be a cozy place to play board games, watch television and enjoy the company of your family. Proper placement of lighting fixtures can really make a family room feel like the center of your home.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Desk lamps
• Floor lamps
• Accent lamps

1. Look for dark corners and place floor lamps in these corners.

2. Search for surfaces, like coffee tables, end tables and desks that would benefit from additional light. Purchase accent lamps or desk lamps for these surfaces.

3. Look for art or photos on the wall that go unnoticed. Purchase and install accent light bars that attach above or below pictures and art frames.

Tips & Warnings

• A ceiling fan with lights should be fitted with frosted bulbs to add gentle, welcoming warmth to the room.