Tips to Visit a Lighting Shop in Bangkok and Choose the Right Items for Your Home

Whether you know it or not, lighting is essential for creating a functional and beautiful space. The correct lighting can help to promote productivity, relaxation and comfort. Not to mention that it helps define a space and set the mood. An eye-catching light fixture can be the primary focal point in a room, and it affects how textures and colour are perceived. If you’ve already visited a lighting shop in Bangkok but aren’t quite sure how to pull your scheme together, read on to learn the basics and create the in-home lighting scheme of your dreams.

The Basics

We do not want to be a bore, but let us begin with the basics nonetheless. Believe it or not, how you physically and mentally feel in a space has a lot to do with its lighting – too bright, and it is jarring, too dull, and it will put you to sleep. And it is not a case of ‘more light the better’; think quality over quantity. Instead, consider matching your lighting levels with the needs of the room and its occupants, for example, a cosy corner lamp in the study versus bright overheads in the kitchen. Your design scheme should make the most of both artificial and natural light wherever possible. Try to put low-level ambient light everywhere and bright light where it is needed most.

The Layers

When it comes to lighting, there are typically four different types:

1. General – predominantly overhead lighting
2. Ambient – soft lighting that puts out a warm glow
3. Directional – lighting a specific area where a task is performed
4. Accent – adding drama (decoration) to a space

Do not be like most people and simply rely on a single ceiling light as your primary, or only, source of light in a room. A better approach is to step back and think about how you are planning to use the space – cooking, reading, working, relaxing, sleeping, entertaining, etc. – and then think in terms of layers.

As a general rule of thumb, every room should have 2-3 sources of light to achieve a delicate balance. Begin with directional lighting, such as strong overhead lights where you know you will want to cook. Then add in any accent lights, for instance, a wall sconce will both fill up an empty wall and add a nice design touch. Lastly, add in the general fixtures, like a floor lamp beside your reading chair.

The Style

There are a lot of amazing lighting options out there, so this part can be a bit overwhelming. Start by narrowing down your overall aesthetic. Check out Pinterest for inspiration and visit a lighting shop in Bangkok to get a feel for what you do and do not like. Speak with the staff to get expert advice about what will work best in your space and for your needs (as mentioned above) and budget. In terms of your lighting choices fitting in with your overall home design, from the very beginning keep your ‘theme’ in mind, are you going for modernist minimalism, mid-century modern or French country? After defining the style of your room (or entire home), seek out fixtures that fit within those design parameters.

The Bulbs

Finally, the type of light bulb(s) you choose for your room can make all the difference to the final look and feel. Not to mention having a big impact on your energy costs. Here is a quick look at today’s standard range of available bulbs:

Incandescent – Best for floor/table lamps and chandeliers. They provide a warm light and are very common in interiors. However, they are the least energy-efficient bulbs on the market.

Halogen – These bulbs provide a warm light as well, but with a longer lifespan. On the downside, they can get quite hot to the touch and have high energy consumption levels.

Fluorescent – The bulbs are significantly more energy-efficient, but only provide a cool light. They are typically used in areas that do not require mood lighting, such as hallways, garages and basements.

LEDs – These are the most expensive, but also the longest-lasting and most energy saving. They usually make any colour scheme look great and come in a range of sizes and styles.

Sanath pollemore is best blogger and writer alll niche.