Ceiling Lights

There are few things that play such an important part in the decorative design of any room as the lights that are used on ceilings. This is because they are one of the first and most obvious lighting features that can be seen when entering a room. For this reason, it is important to consider the type of lighting to use when designing a room or outdoor space. LED Lighting provides many options for any ceiling and there is a wide range to choose from.

Types and Uses of Hanging Ceiling Lights

Recessed ceiling lights

Recessed lights are popular in commercial buildings and in contemporary homes. Recessed ceiling lights generally form part of a wider lighting plan and are specified in groups across space. 

Downlights

This kind of lighting is very popular for use as kitchen ceiling lights, and in other areas where direct overhead illumination is required. Downlights can be installed in different formats: as stand-alone units, or on tracks and rails. They have also become very fashionable as replacements for the standard fluorescent tube lights used in buildings and offices.

For the purposes of such large areas, they can be installed in multiple rows to provide a more elegant look while providing the same levels of brightness. As another benefit, LED ceiling lights of this type will also result in a significantly lower electricity bill.

Linear Lighting

Linearly placed lights can add a dramatic and eye-catching artistic effect to a specific space. They can be placed in inspiring straight line patterns, or wind around a wall and follow a room’s architectural lines. Either way, these ceiling LED strip lights can make quite a visual impact and bring a tastefully aesthetic flair to the overall design backdrop. 

When placed snug against each other in long straight lines linear lights can add the illusion of extra space and length to a room, making it appear larger than it is.

Pendant Lights

Pendant lights come in such a mind-blowing variety of styles, shapes, and colours, that it’s almost impossible to choose a favourite. And they also work extremely well in a vast array of settings. Whether the need is for bedroom ceiling lights or different types of outdoor ceiling lights, there is a design that will fit perfectly.

LED Pendant lights can also be manufactured from a range of different materials, be it metal, wood, cloth, or glass. This fantastic versatility of design will satisfy every taste and mood. Themes can range from art deco, ultra-modern, quirky, and artistic, to simple and elegant. Because the pendant helps to diffuse the brightness from the bulb, it is the preferred choice for bedroom ceiling lights.

Spotlights

When the term spotlight is mentioned, an image is immediately conjured up of an extremely bright outdoor light. However, this cannot be further from the truth. Spotlights are available in a range of different sizes, types, and strengths. Smaller spotlights can be decoratively mounted on rails or tracks to provide a single light source with multiple focus points. 

These have become very popular for kitchen ceiling lights as it combines a striking design with lighting that can illuminate different areas of the room. 

Their focal points can also be adjusted to optimally light up a display. Some spotlights can be recessed into the ceiling, making the light more subtle and unobtrusive. However, for outdoor ceiling lights, powerful LED bulbs can be employed to light up an area so it looks as bright as daylight. This is ideal for any area where safety and security is a concern and needs to be ensured.

Track Lights

Using track lights will add a huge amount of versatility in both design and practical use. Many different types of lights can be fitted to tracks, and often new designs will use more than a single type of light in interesting combinations. For instance, ceiling LED strip lights can be used in conjunction with downlights to create a unique lighting effect. 

In bathroom ceiling lamps, spotlights can be paired with linear lights in an eye-catching design pattern. Track lights can also be installed to follow room architecture and lines or to provide multiple lighting focal points.

Light Fittings and Accessories

In order to get the most out of any modern ceiling lights, no matter the type or configuration, it is important to choose the right light fittings and accessories. While much of the attention may be given to the ceiling lights, other basic elements may be overlooked, such as the light switches themselves. While light switches in the past may have had very limited choices when it came to their look and design, these days’ things are vastly different.

Light switch designs have come a long way and now have beautiful and inspiring choices available. Some of the newest models of light switches now also cater to modern technology by sporting additional USB ports for charging devices and touch technology for the uber-modern user.

How to choose Ceiling Lights

Usage of hanging ceiling lights

The first thing to consider when choosing ceiling lights is the intended use of the room, and the mood or moods you may want to create at different times in that room. The style and size of lighting is also an important decision and can play an integral role in the overall design aesthetic of the space. Placement is essential and will depend on the use of the room. For example, if a workstation, desk or reading nook exists in a room, ensuring that area is suitably illuminated is important. 

Amount of light

Another thing to consider when choosing ceiling lights is the likely need to alter the amount of light in a room when it is used for different activities. For this reason, its generally always advisable to consider ensuring the lights can be dimmable. 

Types of ceiling lamps

Because of the wide variety of fittings available, there is a similarly huge choice when it comes to choosing LED bulbs or LED strip lights. Linear and track fittings can accommodate a range of LED strip lights and one is also spoiled for choice when it comes to colours, brightness, and sizes. 

At the same time LED bulbs have become the de facto solution for replacing old redundant bulb types, such as incandescents and CFLs. The benefits of LEDs, such as their environmentally friendly usage and long lifespan far outstrip older bulb types. 

If looking to elevate the ambiance of a room, consider incorporating wall lights into the lighting setup. Wall lights can provide a warm and inviting atmosphere, while also serving as functional sources of light.

Another option is industrial ceiling lights as they are a great addition to any space. They can provide good lighting while also withstanding high temperatures and vibration.