Monday, December 10, 2012

How To Make Wall Lights Work For You


If you have always had your heart set on using wall lights (or sconces, as they are also commonly known), you may not have thought that they could be used for more than just decorative purposes - they also have a wide range of functional uses that could be employed in any home. But how can you make these lights work well for you?

Task Lighting - If you don't know what this type of lighting is, the name essentially describes it - whether you are reading, doing homework or cooking, task illumination will help you to perform these tasks. Wall lights can function quite effectively for completing tasks, as long as they are close in and have low hanging fixtures. This will place the sconces at the required height, whether that is illuminating a couch, desk or bench top. Ambient Lighting - For those not a 100% sure on what this type of lighting actually involves, it simply provides an area or room with general illumination. In terms of wall lights for an ambient effect, if the room has high ceilings you can install sconces high up on the wall. Regardless of whether you utilize wall sconces or ceiling ones, good ambient illumination should not be harsh but should still flood the room with enough brightness that you are able to see and move around. Accent Lighting - As its name suggests, accent lighting is used to accent (or highlight) features of interest and should be brighter than any ambient illumination. In a lot of spaces, it is used to add drama to a room, which, in turn, adds a sense of increased appeal. Wall lights used as accent lighting are commonly fitted with dark or opaque shades, as this forces the light to spread out from above and below the fixture, creating an attractive hourglass shape and dramatic shadows. Wall lights are commonly used to draw the eye to artworks, plants and even architectural elements.

Regardless of how you plan to use wall lighting in your home, you are sure to find a range of styles and effects that will really tie the décor of your home together. Whether you need to provide illumination for yourself and your family to perform daily tasks, or you want to illuminate an entire room, or you just want to show off the latest addition to your art collection, wall sconces are a highly effective and attractive way to achieve this.

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