“Improper lighting can be a detriment to having visitors return, so you’ll need to take the time to find home lighting that works for your home,” Hynson said, before offering the following home lighting tips:
Use natural light
“There are many tricks you can use to optimize the natural light in your home,” Hynson said, noting that putting a mirror near the window makes rooms seem bigger and brighter. “Also, replacing heavy curtains with blinds or light drapers with allow light to flow without interruption. Another way to increase the amount of natural light in your home is with white paint and flooring.”
Mix up the lighting
“Combining lighting like fluorescents and downlights with halogen bulbs will make light go more uniformly throughout the space,” Hynson said. “Using one central lighting source will create glare and unappealing shadows.”
Diffusers can be your best friend
“Daylight bulbs can reduce the warmth in your home, so using warm light bulbs can create the feeling of ‘home,’” Hynson said. “Using fabric screens, wood and/or paper are alternatives to curtains and shutters for diffusing light, while indirect lighting can make for flattering glows.”
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About The Light House: The Light House is a home lighting center specializing in home lighting, lamps, fans, fixtures, mirrors, shades and more, as well as providing construction and remodeling consultations. It serves Delaware, Pennsylvania and Maryland. Online at www.TheLightHouseDE.com.
