Indoor Wall Lights

Dimmable indoor wall lights give you unmatched control over the atmosphere and mood of any room they are placed in. Whether you want the room to be cozy and inviting for a relaxing evening in, or you need brighter lights to work on your hobbies, dimmable lights can help you achieve both.

This makes it easier for you to adapt the room to different tasks depending on your needs at any given time. Set the light level for cosy movie nights, reading your favorite book, getting work done at your desk or unwinding for bed.

With dimmable lights, you may notice better sleep as well. Adjusting the lighting as the day wears on may help keep your circadian rhythm in check. This may assist with winding down at night so you can enjoy more restful sleep.

Dimmable lights are remarkably convenient and helpful. Just by pressing a button or turning a dial, you can accurately control the brightness or dimness of your lights. This makes it easy for you to stay in control of the mood of the room at all hours of the day.

Beyond that, dimmable lights are more energy efficient and can save you money in the short and long term. With less energy needed to run, there will be less of a strain on your electricity bill. Lower energy usage also translates to a longer lasting life, so you won’t have to spend money on replacements as often.

Light colours are measured in units of Kelvin, which determines the shade of white the bulbs give off. Bulbs that have a higher colour temperature between 5000k and 10000k emit a cool whiteish-blue light that looks brighter to the eye and more like daylight, perfect for retail environments. Bulbs with a colour temperature below 5000k are warmer and gentler on the eyes and look like the light from a soft sunset, perfect for gathering in a comfortable sitting room.

In order to determine what light colour will best suit your space, you will need to think about the room itself. Consider what the environment is used for and then determine if you will need a softer or warmer light. Whatever you decide, you should have this information in mind before selecting the light colour temperature when shopping. Mixing these two light colours without thought will lend itself to a rather abrasive and ugly result.

Light Colours at Home  

In a domestic setting, warmer lights tend to work better. They create a cosy, inviting appearance that is relaxing to you and your guests. 3000k warm white lights are particularly well suited for living rooms, bedrooms and hallways. This light colour is softer on the eyes and brings out a warmer look and feel to the room.

Outside of this, this colour temperature in your modern wall lamps can blend effortlessly with any existing halogen bulbs you may have. In rooms such as a home office or kitchen, having 6000k cool white light can help you to see more clearly and make you more alert.

Commercial Light Colours

On the other hand, commercial spaces can benefit from having cool, bright and refreshing light. Having a 6000k cool white colour temperature offers a brighter look than warm lights. This colour temperature is important especially in retail environments as it helps illuminate various products with accuracy. If your commercial building is an office building, cool lights such as these are also beneficial.

Perhaps the most important benefit of using LED indoor wall lighting is energy efficiency. Whereas halogen lights give off 90 percent of their energy in heat, LED lights can turn 70 percent of their energy into light. The reduction in energy output does nothing to dim the shine; you only need a six watt bulb to generate the same level of light as a 40 watt incandescent bulb. The lower temperature also makes them safer to touch, which is particularly important if you have children in the home.

Compared to halogen bulbs, LED bulbs have a much longer life and are available in a wider range of colour temperatures. While halogen bulbs tend to last an average of 1000 hours, LEDs have a minimum rated life of 20,000 hours. This will save you plenty of money in the long run not having to constantly replace bulbs.

When you are planning the design of your room, you’ll need to think about what you want the finished product to look like. Do you want the room to be bright and clear? Or would you rather have a room with a soft, warm glow? To determine this, take into account which room you intend to light up.

For instance, a lounge will look best with softer, warmer light. Using wall light fixtures that cast a warm glow can make the room feel cosier while still being well lit. A kitchen or office will benefit from brighter LED wall lights and LED wall sconces. In these areas, being able to see clearly is a must.

If you have stairs in your home, you should consider adding stairway lighting fixtures and LED step lights to make navigating easier and safer. Often, indoor staircases do well with warm light.

It is also a good idea to figure out what other lighting you intend to add to an area and how you plan to use it. Questions to ask yourself include:

• Will you have all of the lights on all at once?
• Will you only have the ceiling or wall lights on one at a time?
• How close to your seating areas do you want the wall lights?
• Do you plan to use the lights more as practical or decorative wall lighting?
• Do you plan to add illumination through the use of wall wash lights?

If you have vaulted ceilings, you may struggle to figure out the best way to light them. Often, showing off a grand ceiling is as much of a priority as lighting the room itself. One method of light a room with high ceilings is to use wall washers and LED uplighters. This will create a pleasing glow towards the ceiling, which can accent beams and other features they may possess.

You can also use simple wall sconces to light a low vaulted ceiling. This will generate the illumination you need without distracting too much attention from the beautiful ceiling itself. It is also recommended that you use warm lights in a vaulted room. Because they are much larger than rooms with a flat ceiling, the colour temperature will be responsible for creating the atmosphere in the space. You want it to look inviting and warm, and cool lights may make it look like a showroom.

Lights obviously run on electricity, and if you don’t know what you’re doing, you run the risk of being electrocuted. Even if you believe the job looks simple enough, it’s best to contact a qualified electrician to get the job done safely.

LED wall lights are a versatile type of fixture that can be used in all kinds of rooms both commercial and domestic. In this article, we looked at some of the different ways that wall lights can enhance the look of a room. We also gave you some tips about the specific things to keep in mind when lighting various spaces to achieve the best results.