Accent Lighting
Is A Great Way To Create A Main Focal Point
When it comes to home remodeling, the importance of detail
is often overlooked. But it’s the details that bring your
individual style and personality to the project. One of the
most inexpensive ways to enhance a room is by using light to
transform the space. A small detail like accent lighting can
be just as important as the floor plan to the look of the
room when the final product is finished.
There are many choices in accent
lighting from table lamps
and floor lamps to track lighting and in-wall or in-ceiling
fixtures. When decorating your home, lighting should never
be overlooked or considered an insignificant detail. Light
can make the difference between a cold room and a warm room,
and the accent lighting you choose will go beyond function
and set the tone you want to establish in your home.
The first step is to survey the room and look for any dark
corners or shadowy areas. Choosing the right accent lighting
can be as simple as finding the perfect lamp for a table in
a far corner of the room that is not reached by the room’s
larger lighting fixtures. Next you want to make sure that
the accent lighting you choose for a room will be functional
and not interfere with the flow of the room. This means no
stray cords in the middle of the floor or placing lamps
where they could be knocked over. A few years ago there were
a series of halogen lamps on the market that became too hot
even started fires when they were placed too close to walls
and ceilings. You should always keep safety in mind when
choosing appropriate lighting for your home.
Installing small lights under the cabinets in the kitchen is
a good way to provide accent lighting along the countertop
without the hassle and clutter of cords and wires from
lamps. Because the kitchen is used to prepare food, you want
the accent lighting in this room to be as unobtrusive as
possible. Another place where accent lighting should be
functional is the bathroom. Selecting a decorative but
functional track light over the sink or a set of two
separate wall fixtures on either side can enhance the
appearance of the room without interfering with the purpose
of the room.
If you have a piece of artwork that is particularly
spectacular, you can order special accent lighting that will
highlight the piece. Rather than getting lost on the wall,
the art will stand out and serve as a main focal point in
the room. And even if your art is nothing special, the right
accent lighting can turn a simple picture into a work of
art, creating depth in the piece that would otherwise go
unnoticed.
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