Modernize and Update the Lighting in Your Home (Tips and Ideas)

Bring more light to your home with these tips. From bulbs and switches to fixtures and lamps, simple changes will help to brighten things up.

Lite Cube/Lite Box by Tango Lighting

  1. Install dimmer switches on as many lamps and light fixtures as you can. In the bathroom, you can really create a soothing mood for bathing. A bedroom becomes more romantic. You’ll have control over the intensity of light around your home and save energy at the same time.
  2. Install under-cabinet light strips in the kitchen, desk area, or workroom. The light will shine directly on the work area and make any task easier. Switch them off when you leave the job.
  3. Be sure that every room in your home has a light connected to a dimming wall switch at the entrance. You’ll be able to turn it on when you walk into the room, then adjust the lighting as you find your way.
  4. Remove boring ceiling fixtures and install can lights around the room. While you might need to bring in professional help for this one, it will be well worth it! You can direct the light to artwork, reading nooks, or work spaces.
  5. Install a motion sensor on outdoor light fixtures to control the light when people walk too close to the house. Or, at a dark hallway or staircase, or in the garage or attic so that you never have to enter the space in the dark.
  6. Add a light sensor to an outdoor light. You’ll have light whenever it’s dark outside, but the light will go off at daybreak.

Here are the links to some useful videos on some small light projects and design ideas:

1. How to Install Tracking Lighting

2. Under-the-Cabinet Lighting

3. Lighting Your Kitchen

4. Improve Lighting in Your Home

Tips:

  1. Use a lamp, up-light, and ceiling fixture all in one room. The layers of light will add interest and provide numerous lighting options.
  2. Be sure to keep the light bulbs clean with frequent dusting. The light will be cleaner, too.

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