Home Lighting Technique Tips

1. Home Lighting Technique Tips Lighting is one of the basic concepts that are handled in decoration. However, homeowners are not always aware of its importance. The choice of lighting is so important, or more so, than the furniture. Lighting is responsible in large part of the safety and welfare of family members. Knowing where to place the various points of light, as well as the ideal system is vital to work and rest at ease. Before any kind of home renovation work you need to plan the entire lighting system of the house, plugs, lamps, wiring, etc., in order to avoid having to chop wall for wiring later. You should also consider what electrical accessories you will need and what kind of activity you will do in each room of the house. There are three different types of lighting: general lighting, task lighting, and accent lighting. General Lighting is used to illuminate an entire room, this can be accomplished with chandeliers, ceiling or wall mounted fixtures, recessed or track lights. You can double the amount of light if it is reflected on a mirror, a wall or white ceiling. Task lighting is used to illuminate a particular area. For non-dazzling light when working, hide it with some kind of screen, always trying to focus in avoiding shadows on the work area. It can be provided by recessed and track lighting, pendant lighting and under cabinet lighting, as well as by portable floor and desk

2. lamps. Accent lighting is used as part of an interior design scheme to draw the eye to houseplants, paintings, sculptures and other prized possessions. To be effective, accent lighting requires at least three times as much light on the focal point as the general lighting surrounding it. Accent lighting is usually provided by recessed and track lighting or wall-mounted picture lights. The upward vertical ones are lights which light effect is created primarily by reflecting the beam in the ceiling. This system is often used to create a soft indirect effect. For this purpose you can use wall lamps and floor lamps. Low voltage lamps are useful to illuminate sculptures and paintings on the wall, because they produce less heat. You can choose a track light with a dimmer switch. Must be installed by a professional. Never direct the bulbs directly on paintings and furniture of great value, or put a lamp under a painting, the heat of the lights could cause damage. Since virtually all experts agree that about 60 percent of the population spends more than 5 hours a day watching television, this leads us to say is the most important appliance in the house, therefore, occupies a privileged place in the living room, bedroom and, in some cases, even in the kitchen. This means it is essential to know what type of lighting is most appropriate for each space, but above all, what kind of light is the best to avoid eyestrain or visual fatigue in viewers. There are three basic rules to consider when illuminating a room where a TV is installed, so not end up seriously affecting vision. • • • Avoid the light, natural or artificial, is reflected in the device's screen. Never Nor watch should television be in a completely a dark strong room. light. it done with very To avoid impaired vision is recommended, when watching television, have soft

3. lighting. This can be achieved by different ways. • With dimmer switches that allow you to adjust the amount of light emitted by the lighting • Placing a secondary light source behind the TV, facing the wall. • Placing points of lights just behind the viewer. system. Another important aspect when planning the illumination of a house are the switches. Try to place them near the doors and easily to reach in order to turn on or turn off the lights in comfort. In the living room, install a switch for each lamp or group of them and dimmable lights. Know that it takes about 20 watts of light per square meter of space. Several table lamps or floor lamps, spread around the room, give a softer effect than a single central lamp. To make the room appear wider use ceiling lights directed towards the walls, taking care that the amount of light is uniform throughout the wall. This is even more effective in light-coloured walls. For a discrete illumination install lights hidden or half-hidden in the ceiling, trying not to reveal the source of the light. In hallways and stairs make sure this area is always well lit to prevent accidents and to create warm and welcoming. Paint the walls of the hall and stairs with a light color to reflect light In the living room, look for light effects to highlight areas where there are paintings, sculptures or plants. A chandelier or pendant light can be ideal to illuminate the dining table, or you can also place several small hanging lights. better at it. In bedrooms install a general light, put lamps on the bedside tables for reading, and lights in the closet area. In children rooms utilize dimmable wall lamps instead of floor lamps or table lamps.

4. In conclusion lighting makes a big difference in how you feel about your home. Lighting helps you perform tasks more easily, and makes you feel safer and more comfortable. By using different lighting techniques, you can create a dramatic look, a soft cozy feeling, highlight artwork, or provide lighting for a work area. When planning the lighting for a room in your home, begin by considering the activities taking place and the look you are trying to achieve.