Recessed lighting is very versatile and also very décor neutral. This type of lighting is used for general illumination, task lighting, or as accent lighting for highlighting your favorite artwork, collections, or décor details.
Recessed lighting fixtures are available in many sizes, and are also used with a variety of compact fluorescent, incandescent, and LED light sources.
Recessed lighting is an excellent choice to illuminate any bathroom, bedroom, hallway, or kitchen space. Here are a few of the key benefits of opting to install this type of lighting:
A recessed lighting system is designed to be flush with the room’s ceiling. This means that you will have no problems adding tall items, such as certain pieces décor, plants, or storage. Other light fixtures take up substantially more interior space. It just depends on how you want your space to look and feel, given the size of the space that you have.
Not only does the design of this flush ceiling lighting look amazing, but it also decreases your energy bill. Contrasted with other forms of lighting, recessed lights use relatively low voltages. According to the United States Department of Energy, you save even more by choosing halogen incandescent, compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), or light-emitting diodes (LEDs) over other light bulbs. Although they may initially cost a more than traditional bulbs, the amount is trivial compared to what you’ll save over time.
Additionally, you can have a certified electrician install dimmer switches and lighting controls to further save on electricity costs. Controls, like timers and photocells, save electricity by turning your lights off when not in use. A dimmer switch further decreases the amount of electricity that is being consumed by allowing you to reduce the amount of light and energy being sourced to the bulb. The best part is that the dimmer switch enables you to instantly change the overall mood of the space to your desired atmosphere.
Recessed lights are versatile in regards to the lighting design of any room. These lights can even be used to accentuate a certain items, such as a piece of artwork. Recessed lighting can beautifully highlight anything in the room that you want to accentuate.
Optimal general lighting with recessed fixtures does require lighting knowledge and planning. Hiring a licensed electrical contractor is most likely the best choice when it comes to planning your lighting design layout, however here are some general rules of thumb when it comes to recessed lighting:
It is of the utmost importance that you have your recessed lighting installed by a quality professional. Recessed light fixtures are a great addition to any space, in any room you choose. If you’re still unsure that you need recessed lighting, feel free to browse other types of lighting to get some ideas flowing: chandelier light fixtures, ceiling light fixtures, pendant light fixtures, and even ceiling fans.