Natural rays do not enter the hallway – perhaps only some reflections from neighboring rooms with windows. But in no case should you leave this area dark, otherwise the space will look inhospitable. There is only one way out – to choose the right sources of artificial lighting and arrange them so that you can appreciate real comfort..
Content
- Basic rules for choosing lamps and luminaires
- How to light up a long hallway
- We light up a small hallway
- How to light a hallway in the shape of a square or letter G
- Several important recommendations
Basic rules for choosing lamps and luminaires
When choosing light bulbs in installed sconces and chandeliers in the hallway, you need to take into account the intensity of light in the neighboring rooms – after all, we move from room to room several times a day, which means we should not feel discomfort from sharp light contrasts.
Beautiful lighting design in the hallway
But in any case, you need to refuse dim lamps, and there are the following explanations for this:
- a poorly lit hallway looks inhospitable;
- it is difficult to examine yourself in the mirror, do makeup or choose color combinations if the room is poorly lit;
- the desired wardrobe item will be difficult to find.
Council. Bright, blinding light is inappropriate in this area. It will become annoying whenever you enter from a dark entrance, and also «will show» all the disadvantages of repair and decoration.
The optimal choice for the hallway area is diffused light sources. And for this they use sconces or chandeliers with matte shades directed upwards. The rays will reflect off the light-colored ceiling covering, thereby providing quality lighting. But do not forget that hanging lampshades are inappropriate – they should be as close to the ceiling as possible so that you cannot catch them when changing clothes..
Side lights on both sides of the mirror
It is undesirable to use side lamps if the main focus of the hallway decoration is wall decoration – such lamps can cast long shadows, due to which the entire appearance will be spoiled. As for wall sconces, it is better to place them at a two-meter height from the floor level – this will allow the rays to be distributed throughout the room, and also will not fall directly into the eyes of a person. The idea of illuminating the surface of a mirror is also incredibly popular – the reflected light doubles up, helping to expand the room..
How to light up a long hallway
Most often our apartments have a narrow and elongated corridor. With the right lighting, you can visually adjust the space, and spotlights built into a stretch or suspended ceiling are best suited for this purpose..
Spotlights on the ceiling and down the wall
It is best to group them like this: 2 lamps directly above the front door, and then one at a time along the entire length of the corridor, keeping the same distance between them. The lights can also be built into the closet.
Large frosted lamps in a long hallway
If the hallway is narrow and the ceiling is too high, then the lamps are distributed along the walls – this makes the room visually wider and lowers the ceilings. If the room is too narrow, you can only decorate one of the walls..
Lighting of the entrance group and along the length of the corridor
Council. If you plan to install several lighting fixtures in the hallway, then it is better to divide them into functional groups, which will allow you to include only that part of the system that is really needed at a given time. Switches should also be provided in different places in the hallway..
We light up a small hallway
In a small hallway, lighting can also be divided into general and local. The main light source here can be a standard chandelier with a matte shade or spotlights if you have a suspended ceiling. The direction of the rays should go up, this will visually remove the boundaries of the ceiling.
Decorative lighting in niches
Mirror lighting rules
You can hang lamps near the mirror on the wall, or you can fix suitable devices directly on the mirror surface itself – this will allow the light rays to be reflected, which will make the room even brighter.
Reflections of light should not interfere with viewing yourself in the mirror
The mirror (well, if it is full-length) must be high-quality and brightly illuminated. So you can see your appearance and image, all color combinations and other nuances to the smallest detail.
Recessed light design options
The flow of light rays should be comfortably perceived by a person. Therefore, it is best to place the lamps in the upper part of the frame. Lamps chosen to illuminate mirrors should be practical and functional, and only then they pay attention to the pretentiousness of the decor. The best choice is luminaires with a simple shape, allowing you to gently diffuse light, make it not too harsh.
Frosted pendant lights
If your mirror is located in the cabinet door, then you can choose swivel lamps on the cornice or built-in structures with the ability to rotate the plafond. Light sources with flexible flexible arms will also work. And do not forget that the mirror lighting is local, it does not replace the main light source, but only complements it..
How to light a hallway in the shape of a square or letter G
The square shape of the room is considered the most convenient – here you can use a central chandelier of an interesting design, which will be the main source of light. It is better that the design of the appliance matches the overall stylistic concept of the interior. An unusual two-level ceiling can be made in a hallway of this shape – then LED strips and hidden lamps, spotlights are suitable as lighting devices.
A square hallway is usually lit with 4 lamps
If the hallway has an L-shaped layout, then it should be divided into functional zones, and the best way to do this would be to use grouped light sources. They should be located so that the rays penetrate into all corners of the room without exception. Here you can install a central element for general lighting, as well as use additional functional elements located locally – near a cabinet, a mirror, an attractive picture or in a niche.
Several important recommendations
In the hallway, you can use the following lighting methods:
- Install glass interior doors – this will allow you to use light from other rooms so that the hallway is not perceived as dark.
Translucent frosted glass doors add light to the hallway
- One of the best options is a motion sensor light. This is an economical and very convenient way of lighting, especially at night, when you don’t want to look for a switch. Modern automation is affordable in terms of cost and easy to install, and therefore it is chosen quite often..
Luminaires with motion sensor
- As a decorative lighting, LED strips are most often used, located along one of the ceiling levels or along the perimeter. But you can also use lighting around the floor, not the ceiling. This is a rather original solution that will help you avoid the feeling of isolation in the room..
Floor lighting in the hallway
- If the corridor is long and the wall decoration in it looks a little monotonous, you can create an original decor from paintings or handmade items, highlighted by spotlights..
Decorative lighting in the shelves
- Also, it is also desirable to illuminate all decorative or planned niches and ledges. However, it is worth remembering that the lighting system should not compete with the decoration or painting, therefore its elements are most often located in the upper part..
Photo: LED lighting + built-in lights
Correctly selected lighting devices are the key to a comfortable and stylish hallway design. After all, if the room is well lit, it will acquire home comfort..
