Bedroom lighting help
I'm currently updating my bedroom (the main bedroom) and one thing we need to decide on before we paint the ceiling is the lights! We aren't sure whether to move the main light, hang a pendant, or put 4 downlights in.
At the moment the room has one oyster light as per photo, it's in the dead centre of the room:
The room looks out onto a corner window - with the above view from the queen bed. If you look the other way, there is an air vent for the evaporate cooling system in the house (which we use in summer to cool the whole house) are per photo, plus we have two standing bedside lamps for lighting:
I have very bad paint skills, but here is the layout:
Please send in your light suggestions for us! The room is aiming to be a scandi/industrial vibe.
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PRO8 years agoHi Katrina, there's definitely a few options to choose from! Depending on the size of the room, you could install 2 or 4 down lights. We advise a down light every 2 - 2.5 meters. If you would still like a feature product, install a stylish ceiling fan.
The bedside pendant light is certainly a trend that’s enduring, and it’s likely to stick around for some time yet – it’s a style statement that offers so many benefits, both practically and aesthetically.
If you're after something stylish and effective, a feature light central to the room would also look great.
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Katrina HOriginal Author