Here’s how to fix them ASAP.
Lighting can be one of the trickiest parts of decorating.
With all of the options for fixtures (sconces!
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)and lamps, it can be hard to know where to start.
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The color is too cool.
For residential use, we recommend 2,700 degrees, Borress says.
Cooler bulbs, at 3,000 or higher, will likely be too harsh for your space.
Not only doescold lighting feel unwelcoming, but it’s also unflatteringand no one wants unflattering light!
Warm lighting also creates a cozy environment that mimics the feel of candlelight in the evening.
You’re focused on the ceiling.
Too many recessed lights will make your living room look like an operating room.
Usedifferent layers of lighting, Borress suggests.
To figure out what other lights you should have in your space, think about how each room functions.
Think about using a floor lamp next to the sofa.
Have a piece of art you particularly love?
Use a picture light to highlight it and make it stand out.
You’re not using dimmers.
Every light should be on a dimmer, Borress says.
Lighting is for two things seeing and creating a moodand dimmers make the latter possible.
He likes the ones byLutron(from $25).
If youre not all that handy, consider just turning on one less lamp in the evening.
This is also a great solution for renters, as it doesn’t require making any permanent changes.
