No matter what type of home you live in, it’s good to refresh our interiors every now and then. It keeps our homes feeling exciting and new, rather than dull and bland. But sometimes there just isn’t enough money in the bank to update our furniture and wallpaper. Believe it or not, one of the simplest ways to breathe new life into your home is by upgrading your lighting. It can create an entirely different feel while also adding further practicality into each room. Many lighting upgrades also take little time to execute. Use the following ideas to spruce up your rooms faster than the speed of light.
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Change the layout
Modifying the layout of the lighting in your home is a quick and easy way to update it’s look and feel. You can move a floor lamp to a different corner of your bedroom or reposition your spotlights at different angles. Table lamps can also be repositioned in a number of different places from fireplaces to coffee tables. Experiment with different positions at varying heights and determine which areas where the light is most needed. It might seem like a minor change, but it could make a world of difference to the space.
You might need to install additional switches and outlets to make your new layout work effectively. Take a look at KMAHomeServices.com or ask an expert to inspect your home. They will be able to give you more ideas as well as providing installation and repairs.
Replace your lamp shades
If your current lamp shades are not as fabulous as they used to be, now is the time to change them. This is a quick fix with instant results. You can use bold or patterned lamp shades to bring color and personality into a room. Or you might prefer to choose a neutral color that complements the rest of your decor. Some lamp shades can also be used to create an interesting focal point by being overly decorative or large. Visit sites such as vitacopenhagen.com for unique designs and color inspiration.
Combine fixtures
Homes with fantastic lighting often have multiple fixtures included in one space. So don’t limit yourself to just using lamps or hanging lights. For example, you could use under cabinet lighting and adjustable pendant lights in your kitchen. This could also work in an office too. Or you could use a chandelier and tall floor lamps to create a dramatic entranceway. The possibilities are endless as there are more light fixtures and fittings than ever before. To narrow down your search, think about the primary use for each room in your home. This should make it much easier to pinpoint which fixtures could work together and provide a suitable amount of light. Look online at interiors blogs or decoist.com to see what other homeowners have accomplished.
Lighting is an integral part of interior design and should be made a priority in your home. Use one of all of these ideas and see how much of a difference good lighting can make.
