Light Doctor Guide For Home Lighting

We often do not realise or give sufficient importance to the lighting around us but it has a tremendous effect on our mood, our health, our vision and our general well-being. Good lighting is all about creating layers of different lighting effects in the space. First & the most important layer can be termed as ambient or general lighting. Down lights plays a major role in providing even lighting levels. It helps performing day to day activities such as circulation, dusting, cleaning, cooking etc. and plays an important role while designing a home lighting. LED down lights is one of the most efficient ways of adding general lighting layer. If looked in a broader perspective, there are two types of down lights available, surface mount & recessed. Recessed down lights can be installed in places where a false ceiling is available. Surface mount down lights can be used where there is no false ceiling.

Home is a very personal space, decorative lighting elements can be added to create visual interests. Visual interest can also be stimulated by incorporating decorative or fancy lights and sparkle elements, it also adds a personal touch in the home decor, chandelier is one of the most beautiful ways of adding a personal touch. Originating from the french word 'Candelle', chandelier literally means candle holder. Since 14th century, chandeliers were used by the wealthy as decorative features in palaces and homes. At that time its high cost made the chandelier a symbol of luxury and status. In modern time, chandeliers are available in various shapes, sizes and in different price range. Energy efficient LED chandeliers are also available in various styles and affordable price.

Pendant or hanging lights also can be used to add visual interests in the home decor. Depending on the size and design, hanging lights can be used in cluster or hung in a straight line. It's generally used as task lighting, pendant or hanging lights are often used above the dining table, bar counter, billiard table, at a corner of a bathroom vanity counter, above bedside table etc. Many modern shapes and designs are available in LED hanging lights. While choosing it is most important to keep in mind that a hanging light should complement the space or decor around and not overshadow it. The size and length needs to be chosen thoughtfully, for instance it should be hung over work surfaces at a height that doesn't block the views across.


Decorative wall lights also can be considered as a good addition in creating visual interests at home. Decorative or fancy wall lights are perfect for styling and they can embellish any space at home. Fancy wall lights are available in wide range, from classic to contemporary modern designs, playful looking wall lights for kids room and energy efficient LED wall lights.  In any home, walls are the most visible surfaces to the eyes. Wall lights can replace the main light source if chosen carefully and installed thoughtfully.

In modern homes, living room decor can't look complete without a stylish table lamp. Table lamps provide an additional light where ever required. They are a plug and play fixture, it can be replaced easily while adding a new look to the room decor or shifted to any other room without help of a professional electrician. Wide selection of styles are available in energy efficient LED table lamps to add extra colour and texture for homes.

Floor lights are the most stylish additions in the home decor. Alike the table lamps, floor lamps also are plug and play fixture. Led floor lamps are available in various sizes, colours & styles. Arc shaped, touch styled, adjustable arm, swing arm, boom styled and many more are easily available in Light Doctor eShop online lighting store.

Designing lighting for home is an art. Lighting design is not just about adding lights in every corner of the home but its a play of shadows & light. Good lighting enhances the home decor. If lighting is designed correctly, an inexpensive tiled floor can look stunning where as an expansive marble floor can look awful if the lighting is incorrect. Think about it!