Know Everything About The Use of Light Fixtures as
Simple Makeover Ideas
Sometimes a
room may need a simple change to bring it up to date or increase its
functionality. The ceiling is one wall that is sometimes overlooked.
The ceiling can be considered the fifth wall in a room. Tackling the
ceiling as a part of your interior home
decoration is important. Upgrading or changing light fixtures
can also be a practical option for a simple makeover. Just as you
carefully choose pictures, paintings or wall decorations for your
other four walls, choosing light fixtures that fit into your home
d?cor is just as important.
If you are on
a limited budget and decide to redesign a room in your home, a good
new coat of paint can make a difference. Using your ceiling to accent
your new look. Invest in new home interior lighting fixtures for your
new rooms. Choose a ceiling paint that highlights the space in your
room. You can choose the same color that you use on your walls or use
a color that accentuates your room style and design. If you want to
bring out the height of the ceiling, choose a color that is lighter
than the walls, but within the monochromatic color scheme. This fools
the eye into perceiving a higher height.
Tips for
painting your ceiling:
? Instead of
hauling a stepladder which can sometimes be cumbersome, consider
using a wooden crate as your step stool.
? Light
fixtures can be tricky; painting around them may not always provide
you with the desired effect. Unscrew the ceiling roses first but make
sure your power supply is off before attempting to unscrew anything.
? Use an
extension pole with a roller or a painting pad attached. If you don't
have access to a pole that long, you can always improvise. Attaching
a roller to a broom handle can work as an extender to your brush.
? Cutting the
paint into the wall-ceiling junction is much easier done from the
wall side. Therefore if you are planning to paint your walls as well,
overlap the ceiling paint onto the wall.
? Use non drip
paint or ceiling paint, and protect yourself by wearing long sleeves
and cap. Home made drips guards are easy to make.
? Do not load
the paint roller too much, which would likely lead the paint to drip
down the roller handle onto you.
If you want
your ceiling to serve as a focal point, use a tasteful but eye
catching color. Don't let your ceiling color overwhelm you overall
room d?cor. Light fixtures also can serve as a focal point on your
new ceiling. Choose a light fixture that serves to accent your brand
new painted ceiling or create focus to your wall decorations.
Light Make Over
Changing the
home interior lighting can also be the affordable face lift a room
needs. A dimly lit room can benefit from new light
fixtures. There are many types of light fixtures to choose from.
Track lighting in a kitchen or chandelier lights in dining areas to
name a few are examples. Upgrading your light fixtures can be new
life to any room especially if your current fixtures are outdated. |
