The subtleties of organizing lighting in the bedroom

A bedroom is a special room in which people relax and rest, therefore, its arrangement should be approached with all responsibility. It is important to pay due attention not only to decoration and furniture, but also to suitable lighting. Appliances must be chosen according to all the rules so that the atmosphere in the bedroom is cozy and relaxing. Today we will analyze in detail how to organize lighting in this room.

There should be good and well-distributed light in the bedroom. A common mistake that is made in this space is disproportion. Often one half of the room is significantly illuminated, while the rest of the space remains dimly lit and even dark. It doesn't have to be that way. The light in the bedroom must be correctly and evenly distributed. If the amplification of light is required in some area, then here we should talk specifically about local lighting.

It is not recommended to make too strong and harsh light contrasts in the bedroom. Most often, such errors are made when allocating functional areas. For example, it could be a dressing table. You should not make the light accent too intrusive here, otherwise it will "cut" your eyes, cause fatigue. In everything, it is advisable to adhere to calmness. The modern lighting market offers a huge number of models of different styles for consumers to choose from.

In the bedroom, in rare cases, only an overhead light is installed. As a rule, all types of lighting are used in an integrated manner. Wherein it is important to correctly distribute them. The shape of the luminaires and the direction of the light should be carefully selected. Let's take a closer look at what types of lighting for the bedroom can be used.

This type of lighting in a bedroom involves the placement of lighting fixtures on the surface of the ceiling around its perimeter, since they optimally distribute light over the area. Luminaires of various categories can be installed on the ceiling or they must be built into suspended or multi-level structures, which are very popular today due to their spectacular appearance. To organize a beautiful backlighting of a base with several tiers, in most cases use universal LED strip, spotlights or special tubes.

Recently, when arranging a ceiling that has several levels, special tension structures are often used, illuminated from the inside by a large number of small-sized LED bulbs.

Stretch ceilings with this effect are very popular and are presented in a wide range. They are both dark and light. True, many designers do not advise to get too carried away with this type of design, since light solutions look better in the bedroom.

It is not recommended to hang heavy and bulky large chandeliers in the bedroom. It is also not worth fixing them directly over the sleeping area. Thus, you harm not only the image of the interior, but also your own safety. If you decide to hang a large chandelier in the bedroom, then it is advisable to give preference to the option with a shade that scatters light over a light ceiling surface.

As a result, you will be able to achieve not only gentle and warm lighting, but also significantly save on energy consumption, since a light ceiling base will perfectly reflect the light that falls on it.

The bedroom can be divided into two functional areas - for sleep and for work. In some cases, such a division of the available space is carried out using a special partition (they are both stationary and mobile). In this situation, the ceiling lighting should also be zonal, that is, the sleeping place and the working area will have to be equipped with separate lighting devices. If the room is used by 2 family members, then in many cases it happens that this solution turns out to be very convenient, since the light above the workplace will not interfere with those who at that moment want to rest or sleep.

Each sleeping place is usually complemented by a compact table lamp or sconce, which must be installed on a wall base. It is allowed to use both of these options in combination. They can also be used interchangeably depending on the need. There is another option for lighting the sleeping area - soft wall lighting. Such a design embodiment turns out to be not only aesthetic, but also practical in application. But there are also exceptions. Backlighting the wall will not contribute to the formation of an atmosphere for a person's relaxation. If you want to illuminate the sleeping area in this way, then you should as a supplement, provide for narrow lighting options, which will be useful only for one user.

Another area that requires dedicated local lighting is the dressing table. Here it will be necessary to select devices that will illuminate the face with high quality, but will not irritate the eyes with their excessive brightness. The light should combine softness with intensity. In the described area, lighting devices are usually fixed on the wall on the side sections of the mirror, or all tabletop lamps that are suitable for the style of the tabletop modification are initially installed in the same way.

As good local lighting, it is permissible to use luminaires fixed around or on both sides of the mirror base. A lamp in which an adjustable light direction is provided will illuminate the dressing table quite well. It is this model that will get rid of the problem of insufficient light when applying makeup.

Often in the bedroom there is a separate place for relaxation and complete privacy, where you can get carried away with handicrafts or read a book. To equip such a place, a comfortable armchair of suitable size and a compact table are placed in one of the corners of the room. This area should not be left without high-quality lighting. Beautiful floor lamps with lampshades are often placed here.

This type of lighting is used in the bedroom to create the appropriate mood that will promote relaxation or romance. Such a variation of lighting is carried out in the form of small desktop copies, niche lights. Sometimes they are attached to the wall, installed on a ceiling base, or even on the floor. If you want to organize this type of lighting in the bedroom, then it is better to choose table lamps that are suitable in style and design. These lighting devices can be turned on as needed.

On sale you will be able to find special lamps with the effect of playing shadows. These models play different songs. For a certain interior design solution, you can always choose an ideally appropriate copy. Whichever decorative lamp of this type you choose, it will be able to form a unique 3D effect in the interior of the bedroom without extra money. If the budget and space permits, it is permissible to put backlit aquariums in the bedroom.

In such a room, devices of different types can be placed.

• Table lamp. These types of lamps can be placed on bedside tables and provide a sufficient amount of soft light. Even if you do not include the main ceiling chandelier, the flow of light from the tabletop models will be enough for a comfortable pastime in this space.

• Wall lights. Otherwise, such devices are called sconces. They are attached to the walls with special brackets. They provide enough light to comfortably read a book. Similar models are presented in a large assortment. A suitable product can be found for any style of decor.

• Lighting for cabinets. Many people resort to using this kind of lighting. In many modern furniture designs, backlighting is provided from the factory. It can be internal and external.

• Chandelier. This is one of the most popular lighting fixtures. The range of chandeliers is huge, you can choose the perfect option for any bedroom. The main thing is not to hang a too large and heavy chandelier in a small room with low ceilings, since such a solution will visually make the bedroom even cramped. Such hanging options should be chosen based on the quadrature and style.

• LED Strip Light. This is a versatile thing that can be used to highlight different structures and zones. One has only to choose an option with bulbs of a suitable color.

• Spotlights... They can be used both separately and in combination with the main ceiling chandelier.

• Floor lamp. These are functional floor lamps with different types of lampshades. They are often placed in the office or recreation areas.

• Night light. It is a small decorative lamp that is used to illuminate dark areas. Today bedside lamps are sold in a wide variety of designs. It can be a serious device in a classic or modern style, or a cute version for children in the form of animals or cartoon characters.

It is not enough to choose beautiful and stylish lamps of a suitable style. Their competent organization is important. You need to find the ideal places for them in the bedroom. Let us consider in detail how to correctly place the lamps in such an environment.

• A chandelier representing central ceiling lighting is most often installed in the geometric center of the room. This is a one-stop solution. A little less often, the central light is fixed over the central part of the bed, if the area and size of the lighting device allows.

• Sconces are usually placed at the edges above the head of the bed. These are bedside options. It is recommended to install them at a height of 1.5–2 m from the floor. You can use special types on retractable brackets that are attached to the walls or to the head of the bed.

• The mirror in the bedroom also needs to be illuminated, even if it is next to the window. The best solution is to highlight this part with a sconce on both sides. It is permissible to use a lamp located in the upper part of the mirror exactly in its center. Built-in backlighting will do as well.

• The study is often lit by a table lamp. It should be placed on the desktop in a place convenient for the owner.

• Spotlights can be positioned on a ceiling base according to various patterns. This can be a simple oval, arc, wave, corner placement, and others. In the bedroom, these light sources are often installed in the "rectangle" type.

• Table lamps can be placed not only on the desktop, but also on the bedside tables on both sides of the bed. This arrangement is the most popular and simplest.

• Floor lamps are usually left in areas for reading books or handicrafts. They are placed next to the table and chair. Models are considered optimal in which the light can be directed at your discretion.

• The LED lighting of niches, paintings and beds looks interesting in the bedroom. You can also use special rotary lamps in this case.

Arrangement of lighting fixtures in the bedroom should be dealt with by its owners. Someone will be close to all of the above rules, and they will adhere to them, while someone will want something else, for example, brighter and more catchy light. It all depends on the preferences and tastes of the homeowners.

Lighting in a bedroom has a direct impact on its design and overall furnishings. Let's take a look at some interesting and beautiful ideas.

• In the bedroom made loft style with an accent white brick wall behind the bed and white walls surrounded by a contrasting dark bed with soft green upholstery. Small wooden tables complemented by photo frames and flowers in a vase will look good on either side of it. In such a setting, you can hang a large flat round chandelier. Above the bed, you should fix small white sconces in a minimalist style.

• In a small room decorated in a modern style, you can resort to an interesting design - cover the wall behind the bed with white wallpaper with embossed floral patterns, and decorate the wall opposite it with the same material, but black or dark brown. Choose a bed and bedside tables with dark wood-based prints.The floor should be covered with brown laminate and the windows should be covered with light red curtains.

• Interiors in the style of the classics look gorgeous if complemented by elegantly shaped central chandeliers with crystal trimmings. They can be of different colors to suit the overall interior. These models look best in large and spacious bedrooms.

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