How to Choose Bedroom Light
The primary functions of a bedroom are rest and sleep. So, what wattage of bedroom lighting is appropriate?
The wattage of bedroom lights ranges from 10 to 100W, and the specific wattage depends on the size of the bedroom and the type of bulb. Taking LED lights as an example:
for a bedroom with an area of 54-108ft2(5-10m2), choose a bulb with a wattage of 13-25W;
for a bedroom with an area of 108-161ft2(10-15m2), choose a bulb with a wattage of 25-38W;
for a bedroom with an area between 161-215ft2(15-20m2), choose a bulb with a wattage of 38-50W;
for a bedroom with an area greater than 215ft2(20m2), choose a bulb with a wattage greater than 50W.
Before purchasing lighting, you can consider the following activities you will engage in based on your personal habits to select the appropriate lighting: reading books/using mobile phones/iPads before sleep, habits of getting up in midnight, finding/storing clothing, dressing up, etc.
Based on the above scenarios, bedroom lighting is mainly divided into the following three categories: basic lighting, bedside lighting, and localized lighting.
1. Basic Lighting
Bedroom basic lighting is used to illuminate the entire room and is highly important. There are two options: no master lamp lighting and master lamp lighting, which involve installing a main lamp, light strips, or downlights. Depending on style, room height, preferences, and other factors, the main lamp can be further divided into pendant lamps and ceiling-mounted lamps.
For bedrooms ≤108ft2(10m2), it is recommended to use one large lamp in combination with other smaller lamps. When purchasing lighting, you can inquire with the seller about the lighting area of the main lamp to ensure sufficient brightness.
For bedrooms ≥108ft2(10m2), a single main lamp may not meet the demand, and installing multiple main lamps simultaneously would be odd. Instead, consider no master lamp lighting, using light belt, downlight, spotlight, ceiling light. Of course, an excellent scheme without master lamp will usually be matched with chandelier, floor lamp, desk lamp, etc.
2. Bedside Lighting
Bedside lighting is generally classified into two types based on functional needs:
- To fulfill the need for reading in bed, you can choose wall lamps, floor lamps, or desk lamps.
- To create a sleeping atmosphere, you can choose warm light sources, like bedside light strips, bedside lamp.
3. Localized Lighting
Localized lighting refers to areas in the bedroom besides the sleeping area, including a study and leisure area, wardrobe storage area, and floor area, etc.
Study Area Lighting: Desk lamps, Study desk lamps, and Eye-care lamps. The desk lamp should be placed on the left front of the desk to avoid glare and protect vision. Additionally, adjust the lampshade to an appropriate position so that our eyes are approximately 16inch(40cm) away from the desk lamp and about 24inch(60cm) horizontally from the light source.
Wardrobe Storage Area Lighting: Motion sensor light.
Floor Area Lighting: Floor lamps, Motion sensor light belts.
