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Lighting—Make an Impression Without Saying a Word!
Of all the elements in any décor, it is lighting that is the most important when it comes to setting the overall look and feel of the space. Commonly and in large part because bathrooms tend to be small or oddly spaced rooms, there is either too much light and the space feels uncomfortable or it is poorly lit by some lonely bathroom light fixture and you need to feel your way to the toilet. It is vital to have the right amount of light—and the right kinds of light—in your bathroom décor in order to beautify the space while gracing it with a soothing ambiance.
In the bathroom or any space really, the key to proper illumination really does involve spreading illumination between multiple light sources and types. There are three basic types of illumination where lighting fixtures are concerned:
1. Ambient: the general illumination
2. Task: provides illumination for completion of specific activities
3. Accent: add depth to lighting design
Ambient lighting should be the starting point in any lighting plan and this type of illumination is typically supplied by an overhead fixture centrally located in the room. Common sources of ambient lighting include:
1. Flush-mounted ceiling fixture
2. Semi-flush ceiling fixture
3. Chandelier
4. Pendant
The bathroom décor should also include include sources of task lighting especially around the vanity. Wall sconces are great sources of task, ambient, and potentially accent lighting and can be mounted on either side of a mirror for a symmetrical and very decorative look. The wall sconces can be left on and adjusted with a dimmer switch and then used as accent lights when the ceiling fixture is left off—providing a convenient night-light while still saving on energy costs.
When you balance the lighting properly and spread the illumination between different types of bathroom light fixtures, the effect is unmistakable. You should never have to shield your eyes or have trouble seeing the surroundings. Plus, with multiple vanity light fixtures, you can coordinate the style and materials to create a more unified décor and a compelling decorative effect that will delight the eyes and elevate the entire look and feel of your bath décor.
The total illumination you will need for the bathroom will really depend on the room dimensions and ceiling height. Typically in a room with an 8’ ceiling, the overally required will be roughly equal to the total square footage multiplied by the constant 1.5 Watts. So, for a bathroom that is 12X12, you will need roughly 220 Watts of total illumination. The ceiling fixture should supply roughly 50-60% of the overall illumination with other fixtures making up the distance.
Bathroom light fixtures are critical to making the space feel warm and inviting. After finding out how much illumination you need and deciding how to spread the illumination, you next need to choose materials and a style that complements the bath décor. When the bathroom lights are complementary to both themselves and the surrounding décor, the effect is positively breath taking!
Of all the elements in any décor, it is lighting that is the most important when it comes to setting the overall look and feel of the space. Commonly and in large part because bathrooms tend to be small or oddly spaced rooms, there is either too much light and the space feels uncomfortable or it is poorly lit by some lonely bathroom light fixture and you need to feel your way to the toilet. It is vital to have the right amount of light—and the right kinds of light—in your bathroom décor in order to beautify the space while gracing it with a soothing ambiance.
In the bathroom or any space really, the key to proper illumination really does involve spreading illumination between multiple light sources and types. There are three basic types of illumination where lighting fixtures are concerned:
1. Ambient: the general illumination
2. Task: provides illumination for completion of specific activities
3. Accent: add depth to lighting design
Ambient lighting should be the starting point in any lighting plan and this type of illumination is typically supplied by an overhead fixture centrally located in the room. Common sources of ambient lighting include:
1. Flush-mounted ceiling fixture
2. Semi-flush ceiling fixture
3. Chandelier
4. Pendant
The bathroom décor should also include include sources of task lighting especially around the vanity. Wall sconces are great sources of task, ambient, and potentially accent lighting and can be mounted on either side of a mirror for a symmetrical and very decorative look. The wall sconces can be left on and adjusted with a dimmer switch and then used as accent lights when the ceiling fixture is left off—providing a convenient night-light while still saving on energy costs.
When you balance the lighting properly and spread the illumination between different types of bathroom light fixtures, the effect is unmistakable. You should never have to shield your eyes or have trouble seeing the surroundings. Plus, with multiple vanity light fixtures, you can coordinate the style and materials to create a more unified décor and a compelling decorative effect that will delight the eyes and elevate the entire look and feel of your bath décor.
The total illumination you will need for the bathroom will really depend on the room dimensions and ceiling height. Typically in a room with an 8’ ceiling, the overally required will be roughly equal to the total square footage multiplied by the constant 1.5 Watts. So, for a bathroom that is 12X12, you will need roughly 220 Watts of total illumination. The ceiling fixture should supply roughly 50-60% of the overall illumination with other fixtures making up the distance.
Bathroom light fixtures are critical to making the space feel warm and inviting. After finding out how much illumination you need and deciding how to spread the illumination, you next need to choose materials and a style that complements the bath décor. When the bathroom lights are complementary to both themselves and the surrounding décor, the effect is positively breath taking!
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