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LIVING ROOM LIGHTING
Layers of decorative lighting in your lounge can help with functionality as well as bring personality and style into your most versatile living space .
CREATE A CENTRAL FOCAL POINT
Whether it is a traditional period property or a modern minimalistic home , there are many decorative lights available to suit . Choose a light that has a metal finish that blends in with the architectural elements in the room such as brass , nickel or black door handles . Then if you have the space to create drama with a beautiful crystal chandelier or a modern LED sculptural light , this will help to bring a sparkling focus point into your room . You may have a low ceiling , so choose from a large collection of decorative flush or semi-flush fixtures for this situation . Consider installing dimmer switches in your lounge to enable you to create a relaxing ambience when settling down to relax or to watch a movie .
CREATING ADDITIONAL LAYERS
TABLE AND FLOOR LAMPS
A pair of table lamps on sofa side tables can add a final soft layer of light , as well as provide additional task lighting if they have flexible arms to pull out and direct light over your shoulder whilst reading or crafting . Table lamps are available in all shapes and can bring a pop of colour to your décor in the daytime , as well as provide a gentle light in the evening . Stylish floor lamps can help fill an otherwise dark corner when paired with an armchair to create a relaxing reading nook .
For more inspirational ideas to brighten up your living room , visit the Elstead Lighting showroom in Mill Lane , Alton , Hampshire where you will find more than 2,500 lighting models on display . The variety of choice is unrivalled , and our staff are on hand Monday to Friday 9-5pm and Saturday 9-1pm , to provide a friendly advisory service .
Wall lights offer a great opportunity to make them functional wall art , especially with dramatic overscaled sconces . Consider accent picture lights to illuminate your favourite paintings or cabinet lighting to showcase your treasured possesions . The clever use of natural light from windows , reflected into the room from statement mirrors should help make the most of bright sunny days , along with beautiful soft candle light and fireplaces in the winter .
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