When it comes to decorating your home, having the correct type of wall light decor can add a sparkle and set your home apart. With so many different varieties of wall lights available today, it can quickly become overwhelming to choose the right type of wall light that will provide the proper illumination.
The right kind of wall lights can highlight your home's unique features, such as a painting, act as decor, and of course, it is also needed for your safety.
Wall lighting is the perfect way to make a space feel complete and more inviting. A wall light can be the ideal addition to a layered lighting scheme of any room. But how to know which is the right wall light to choose for your home? Here's a complete guide on finding the perfect wall lights for your home.
1. Pick the Wall Light according to your Purpose
While the basic purpose of wall lights is, of course, to illuminate a space, you also want them to be decorative. If you want the right type of wall light decor, you can consider opting for translucent lamps that give out beautiful diffuse lighting. These are especially ideal for the hallway or the living room.
A great example is the Kichler Vada Damp LED Wall Light , which has a clear bubbled steel shade with a polished nickel finish. Not only does the lamp give out diffuse lighting, but it is also perfect for adding a vintage vibe to any room, or even the outdoors, with its bubble glass and sleek linear design. This wall sconce will be sure to capture the attention of all your guests.
If you want a wall light for task lighting, for example, in the kitchen or the children's study room, you may want to opt for wall sconces that offer a direct spotlight effect. On the other hand, if the aim is to highlight a particular feature, then using accent lighting will be perfect.
For such a purpose, you will need a wall light that is much stronger than the room's ambient lights. This Wet Wall Light in Olde Bronze finish will be ideal to use for such a purpose as it comes with a strong 40-watt incandescent flood bulb to highlight any feature you want.
2. First figure out how much light you need
Before going ahead and buying a wall light, it is essential first to figure out how much light you need in a particular room. This is necessary when you are trying to work out the type, position, and number of wall lights you need. While deciding this, keep in mind the amount of light you get from other sources, including natural light.
A great idea is to have multiple sources of light in a room, as this will give you several options for creating different moods, and you will be free to decide how much light you need in the room at any given time. It is also a good idea to invest in dimmable switches.
If you are in doubt, you can go ahead with a medium-base bulb. The finish is a perfect choice to not only create mood lighting in the room but also to add an antique touch to the overall look and style of the room.
3. Where to install a wall light?
Another question you must ask yourself is about where to use wall lighting. Wall lights can be used in any room, regardless of whether you use them indoors or outside. A wall-mounted light fixture will work well along with your ceiling lights to provide extra illumination while also creating a beautiful effect.
For example, you can always put up a wall light to flank a mirror, doing away with any shadows from your face that ceiling lights often tend to cast.
In an office as well, using a wall-mounted light can prove to be a practical alternative to have more illumination on your work table. Outdoor wall lights decor is also very common, and not only do they increase security, but they also add a decorative touch. For instance, this contemporary Kichler Grand Bank Outdoor Wet Wall Light with Clear Seeded Aluminum Shade in Auburn finish. This wall light will add a dash of beauty to any outdoor wall.
4. Pick a Wall Light that looks good even at Eye Level
As a general rule of thumb, the ideal height for wall lights should be around five feet above the ground. While this varies as per the proportions of your room, you should ensure that you choose a wall light that looks good if it is placed at eye level as well.
5. Match your wall light decor with the room's overall style
Wall lights are a great way of changing the overall vibe of any room. They provide the perfect finishing touch to your room's overall style and decor. Due to this, your wall light decor must match the room's decor and style as well.
For example, if you want to put the ideal wall light for your office, this Kichler Ellerbeck Schoolhouse Wall Light will fit in perfectly. Not only will this Schoolhouse Wall Light provide the proper illumination, but it will also complete the overall look of your office.
At the same time, if you are going for a vintage look, this Kichler Chesapeake Wet Wall Light with Clear Beveled Aluminum Shade in Tannery Bronze will go beautifully to lend an antique finish to any room or outdoor light fixture.
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