Home Remodeling? Consider These Lighting Options

Choose the best lighting option.

Home remodeling is an excellent opportunity to improve the atmosphere and optimize the lighting system. Choosing the wrong option might degrade the ambiance, making the living areas feel unkempt. However, several lighting options will add a dash of class and style to each room.

Keep reading to learn more.

Recessed lights

Recessed lights, also called downlights, typically line the ceiling and create an illusion of a larger room. The lights are installed into the ceiling, which won't disrupt its visual layout. Additionally, downlights are associated with "wall washing," a lighting technique where the lights are positioned at an angle to cast light over a nearby wall. The method achieves different stylistic purposes, depending on the homeowner's interior preferences.

Although they're popular indoor fixtures, recessed lights are commonly installed on patio structures to enhance outdoor lighting and elevate the garden's cozy ambiance.

Surface mounts

Surface-mounted lights are affixed to flat surfaces. They're easy to install and are generally connected to the ceiling with a small chain or rod. Although they can serve as an outdoor option, surface-mounted lights are typically an indoor solution.

Because surface mounts are LED ceiling lights, they're a great way to provide more illumination to at-home workstations. These lights are also cost-effective and require less energy than traditional light fixtures.

Furthermore, many models come in different shapes and sizes, so it's easy to find surface mounts that align with the homeowner's stylistic vision.

Pendants

Another option to consider is pendant lighting. In modern homes, pendants are fixtures with one light bulb hanging from the ceiling on a cord or rod. Similar to jewelry pendants, these lights make a room feel more elegant. They're the perfect solution for people who have a minimalistic but sophisticated approach to home decor.

Moreover, pendant lighting is easily customizable, and tweaking the suspension level can change the living space's aura. If there's insufficient lighting, replace the light bulb with a brighter one to bring some cheer into the room.

Under cabinet light fixtures

Under cabinet light fixtures can accentuate certain room areas, increasing their visual appeal and functionality. They may be installed in dim spaces that ceiling lights can't reach. Sometimes they can completely replace the indoor lights in small kitchens, making them a budget-friendly alternative to other fixtures that requires more energy.

Wall-mounted lights

Wall-mounted fixtures often use LED chips to provide light, giving them a longer service life than traditional models.

They're installed inside the home but are often seen outside, giving the patio or garden an attractive glow. These lights are a go-to choice for professional settings, upgrading the look and feel of offices, hallways, and stairways.

Choose the best lighting option

To find the most appropriate lighting option, contact a professional team. They'll suggest different fixtures based on the home's needs and ensure a hassle-free installation.

Eagle Home Renovation is a family-owned general contracting business offering 20 years of experience in residential home remodeling. We remodel kitchens and bathrooms, garages, balconies, porches, deck porches, and more for homeowners in Richmond, VA, and surrounding areas. Call us today at (804)538-3334.