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GENERAL TIPS ON LIGHTING YOUR HOME
Many people spend a great deal of money decorating and furnishing their homes to create an atmosphere only to find that something is missing. Good lighting will complement and complete the effect you are seeking but remember that bright lighting is not always good lighting. A light source creates a pool of light but there is a second effect produced when this light is reflected by surfaces. It is this secondary effect which cannot be reproduced in the shop where you buy your lights. Consider where you are to put the light and the surfaces under and around it.
What effect will the reflected light have? Avoid hard contrasts which can be tiring to the eyes and, where possible, try to combine different types of lighting in the same room. Direct lighting for reading or working, pools of light to highlight features such as paintings or objects and washes of light on walls all help to add atmosphere to a room whilst remaining functional. If a room has to perform several functions, consider installing a dimmer. This will allow a higher light level for working or reading and a lower light level for relaxation. This can prove useful too for older eyes which need more light. Colour is most important,
incandescent bulbs help create a cosy atmosphere in living areas while fluorescent lamps give a cooler, more efficient light for utility rooms. A room painted in a dark colour will need more light as much of it will be absorbed, whilst lighter colours reflect light. You can add colour to a room by illuminating a coloured surface. Avoid glare by placing the lights at a height which prevents the eye from seeing the bulb directly. Pendants should not be hung so high that the bulb is clearly visible underneath. Take care that lights placed over reflective surfaces such as glass tables have a diffuser in them.
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Flush Ceiling Lights
Ceiling Pendants
Childrens Novelty Lighting
Cordless lights
Kitchen and Cabinet Lighting
Pool, Snooker Table Lights
Matching Wall and Ceiling Lights
Bathroom Lights and Mirrors
Wall Lights
Table Desk and Floor Lamps
Halogen Spotlights
Recessed Downlights
Track and Wire Lighting
Retail and Display Lighting
LED Lighting
Light Bulbs and Tubes
LV Lighting Transformers
Flat Plate Switches and Sockets
Classic Switches and Sockets
Wood Switches and Sockets
Cast Switches and Sockets
Switch Plate Covers
Torches
Fans Aircon and Humidifiers
Festive Lights
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