Ceiling Lights Design Ideas 2021
some different types of ceiling lights
a light fixture can really make or break
a room design the right
light fixture should match the size of
the room
provide you with the kind of lighting
you need
and complement the other design elements
a ceiling light mounted on the ceilinga ceiling light mounted flush to the
ceiling
or close to the ceiling is ideal
for medium or large rooms
or low ceilings these fixtures
are your best options if you need
ambient light for an entire room
flush lights flush
fixtures are flat attachments mounted on
your ceiling this is a very versatile
style
and you can easily find fixtures between
and 24 inch wide in function of the size
of the room you are shopping for
small flashlights are ideal for a
bathroom
a closet or a hallway
larger flush fixtures are a safe option
for a child's bedroom since there won't
be anything
hanging from the ceiling
semi flush lights this
is another popular and versatile type of
ceiling
light fixture semi flush lights
typically hang four to eight inches
below the ceiling and look best if you
have a ceiling
between 8 and ten feet high
the main advantage of semi-flush lights
is that changing a light bulb is quick
and easy
semi-flush light fixtures are common in
kitchens
and small dining rooms but you can make
this style work
in other areas you can easily find
samyath large ceiling lights
with a diameter between 7 and 23
inches recessed
lights some retailers call recessed
lights
pot or can lights this type of light
fixture
is mounted inside of the ceiling
and is probably your best choice if you
have a room
with a low ceiling you need to have at
least
6 inches of clearance above your ceiling
to install a recessed light
the light fixture sits inside of the
ceiling
and a glass panel diffuses the light
inside of the room there is trim
around the glass panel and the result is
very discreet
note that you need a ceiling with good
insulation
since humidity can build up inside of
the light
fixture the downside
of recessed lights is that they do not
diffuse
light to an entire room
this type of ceiling light works best
for ambient or task lighting
recessed lights require a more complex
installation process compared to flush
or semi flush fixtures but there are
some things to say
in favor of this design
you can find recessed lights with an
eyeball trim
this feature allows you to direct the
light on a wall
to draw attention to artwork or to
create
optimal task lighting for your desk
you can direct a recessed light on an
empty wall to reflect the light and make
the entire room
seem larger and brighter
you can light up a large space or an
entire room
by installing several recessed lights in
a row
or in a square utility lighting
are you looking for a no frill light
fixture
for your garage laundry room or basement
shopping for utility lights is probably
your best
option utility lights are either very
simple fixtures mounted flush to the
ceiling
or casings for led bulbs
this second option would be ideal for
your garage
workshop since you will need something
brighter and more energy efficient
utility lighting can seem like a small
upgrade but it can really transform the
way you use a space
if you often work on diy projects in
your garage
some led bulbs will be a welcome
addition led
indirect lighting
led indirect lighting is an original
take
on ceiling lights instead of mounting a
light fixture
on your ceiling this method consists
in installed strips of led lights around
your ceiling your ceiling will
reflect your light from the strips
which allows you to create the
impression that the room is a lot larger
led indirect lighting can change colors
if you choose light changing leds
this type of ceiling light will work
with a more modern style
the trick consists in installing crown
molding around your ceiling the molding
will hide the led strips
direct the light towards the ceiling and
add a touch of classic charm
to your room hanging ceiling lights
hanging light fixtures are more adapted
for task
and ambient lighting
this type of fixture concentrates lights
to a small area and can easily
become one of the main points of focus
when you design a room
pendant lights pendant lights
are somewhat similar to chandeliers
since they hang low however
pendant lights provide you with only one
source of light
a pendant ceiling light can make a great
addition
to a room where you already have a
flush light fixture if you would like
additional lighting for a specific area
you can also install several pendant
lights
for a smaller room or to provide
task lighting in different areas
shop for many pendants if you want to
light up a hallway
or another small room
many pendants are a great way to make a
room visually
interesting if you don't have enough
space to display
decor items
inverted pendant lights
inverted pendant lights instantly create
a
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