How to buy the best lights for your home
Types of lighting
Lighting by room
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Living room lights
You use your living room for a mix of activities like socialising and relaxing, so it requires a combo of lighting.
Bedroom lights
From nighttime reading to dimly-lit closets, your bedroom needs a couple of lighting options to cater to these tasks.
Kids' room lighting
This lighting should be customisable. Bright and functional for playing, with the ability to soften on an evening.
Kitchen lights
You'll need a good level of light for food prep and cooking. From ceiling to spotlights, be strategic with your light positioning.
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Bathroom lights
Our bathroom lights have additional protection from water and moisture, they can be used for IP zone 2 and outside zones. If you love our bathroom lighting styles, you can use them elsewhere in your home.
Dining room lights
As much as restaurants really like to dim the lights low for some mega mood lighting, in your dining room, there needs to be enough light for you to see your guests' faces as well as your food.
Hallway, landing and staircase lighting
Landings can often be dark, so the lighting here needs to be bright enough for putting on shoes, as well as welcoming guests.
Outdoor lights
Outdoor lighting is useful to highlight pathways, create serene settings and as a form of security.
Lighting to create a cosy living room
Want to set the tone for snug evenings? Think warm, ambient lighting. A gentle mix of layered lighting from table lamps and floor lamps can turn your living room into an absolute snug retreat.
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Difference between ambient lighting, task lighting, and wall lighting
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Ambient lighting
Think table and floor lamps, chandeliers and pendants. More commonly known as mood lighting, a soft glow will spread across the room providing enough light to chill and chat without a harsh glare.
Task lighting
What it says on the tin. Great for prepping dinner, helping the kids with their homework or anything else that requires extra lighting. Desk lamps and under cabinet lighting are examples.
Wall lighting
Set the mood with wall lights. From giving you a warm glow to helping you show off your favourite painting on the wall, wall lights bring style and function to your space.
Energy efficient lighting
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Smart lighting
Smart lighting comes in a range of shapes, sizes and colour tones to create a calming ambience, and can be dimmed depending on your mood. Schedule them to turn on and off and control them from your phone when out and about for added security and energy efficiency.
LED lighting
LED stands for ‘light-emitting diode’. LED bulbs use up to 90% less energy than incandescent and halogen bulbs. Their lifespan is approx. 10,000 – 25,000 hours but some can last up to 50,000 hours. That means they last twice as long as fluorescent bulbs, and more than 10 times longer than incandescent.
Rechargeable lighting
Fab meets functional. Being cordless, rechargeable lights are fuss-free and ideal for aesthetics. They come with an easy on/off switch or tap-to-turn-on option. Plus, the long battery life makes them perfect to light up a nook without access to a connection.
Kids' and novelty lighting
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Kids' lighting
Upgrade your child's room with fun and functional lights. Whimsical, colourful, or full of character. Find a lights or lamps that create the atmosphere they like. These lights are suitable for kids' bedrooms and playrooms.
Novelty lighting
Transform your space with lights that show who you are. These lights add personality and retro feels to your space. From lava lamps to neon gaming lights and themed night lights for kids - there's plenty of options to perk up your space.
Lighting accessories and essentials
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Switches and dimmers
They turn the light on, and off, and come in a variety of finishes. Dimmers control the brightness, either by touch, a switch, or through a smart phone.
Lamp shades
Add atmospheric lighting to any room with lampshades. A lamp shade is simple way to reduce glare and soften the light in any room.
Extension leads
Power your devices from a distance. Plug multiple lights or wired gadgets safely into one socket with extension leads. Just ensure to avoid overloading and unplug when not in use.
Light bulbs
Whether you can't decide between an E27 or B22 bulb, or simply want to understand the type of fitting that matches your set up, our guide to light bulb types and fittings can help you.
Common lighting terms explained
Here are some lighting terms made easy for you.
- Lumens measure light. Simply put, the more lumens, the brighter the light.
- Kelvin is the bulb's colour temperature. The lower the kelvin the warmer the light, and vice versa. Know more about LED colour temperature here.
- Colour rendering index (CRI) is measured on a scale of 0-100 and indicates how well a light reflects colour. The higher the CRI, the more accurately colours are reproduced. 80% or higher is ideal for home everyday use.
- Wattage tells you how much power a bulb uses. More watts mean more power – not more brightness – for that you need to look at the lumens.
How do I choose the right lights for my space?
Ready to brighten up your home? Answer these questions, remember your choices, and discover the perfect lights for you.
What mood do you want to create?
A. Relaxing
B. Elegant
C. Energising
Is adjustability important to you?
A. Yes, very
B. Mmm, maybe
C. Not at all
Which fixture style do you prefer?
A. Classic
B. Modern
C. Bold
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...mostly As
Go for soft lighting that makes your space feel inviting. To achieve this vibe:
- Use smart lights and warm-toned bulbs (2700K–3000K)
- Layer multiple light sources
- Diffuse light with lamp shades or string lights to avoid harsh glare
...mostly Bs
Go for lighting that's elegant as well as functional. To achieve this vibe:
- Pick sleek fixtures with clean lines
- Use layered lighting (ambient, task, accent)
- Stick to statement lighting with a dimmer switch to adjust the brightness
...mostly Cs
Go for bold and bright lighting to keep an upbeat energy. To achieve this vibe:
- Bring layers of lighting (ceiling lights, light strips, spotlights)
- Use bold chandeliers, pendants and sculptural lamps to show your style
- Add mirrors to bounce light
FAQs about lighting
What is the 5-7 lighting rule?
The 5-7 lighting rule suggests that to enhance the ambiance of a room, it should have between five and seven different sources of lighting. This can be a combination of ambient lighting, accent lighting, decorative lighting and task lighting,
Which lighting is best for ceiling?
Choosing a ceiling light depends on your home interior, style and the size of the room. For a living room, chandeliers add a luxury touch while pendant lights are stylish and functional. For dining rooms, pendant lights help create an inviting atmosphere. Task lighting is great for your bedroom and spotlights or flush-to-ceiling work well for kitchens.
What type of lighting is best for a living room?
Ideally, living room lighting should be a mix of ambient, task, and accent lighting. Ceiling lights help with overall brightness. Floor lamps and table lamps provide focussed light for reading. And, accent lighting such as sconces give you that much needed warmth, while making the space both functional and inviting.
How to choose pendant lights?
While selecting the right pendant lights for your room, decide the purpose. Is it decorative or functional? If the room is huge, you may need a large pendant light or multiple pendants. The ceiling height will help you decide if you need a short drop. Lastly, look at the material - popular options include glass, metal and natural fibres.
How to choose floor lamps?
Helping you create those layers of lights, floor lamps can be the primary source of light or help in creating an inviting glow. Before picking one, check the size of your room and the size of the floor lamp. While tripods tend to take up more space, arc floor lights don't take up a lot of footprint.
How do I choose lights for the hallway?
For your hallway, select warm lights and level up with spotlights on a picture, or a vase. If your hallway is compact, lighting up your staircase can make a difference. Go for pendant lights if you have a high ceiling and consider flush lights for lower heights. Check out more ideas to light up your hallway in a stylish way.
How do I choose lights for my kitchen?
For areas where you chop, cook and prep your food, select task lighting. Install LED strips inside and along the lines of cabinets and ambient, dimmable lights over your kitchen island, breakfast bar or dining table. Wondering why the same area needs different types of lights, find out why good lighting is important.
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