Light Bulbs and Windows
Using the Light to Your Advantage
An important aspect of any room’s look is how the light plays out in it. At different times of day and under different types of light, one color will appear different to the eye. It’s important to understand the advantages of all forms of light to achieve the best look for your room.
Let the experts at Altra Home Décor here in Phoenix help you navigate the subtleties of lighting—call us today!
Understanding Light Bulb Selection
Today, lighting is one of the most changed elements of design we have, so it’s good to learn about the options. Many people are familiar with (and most comfortable with) the old incandescent bulb that’s no longer being manufactured. That bulb, however, wastes 90% of its energy as heat, not light. The new LED (Light-Emitting Diode) bulbs, however, are at least 75% more efficient than the traditional incandescent light bulb.
How to Select LED Bulbs
There are many different LED bulbs out there, and they will create different light options in your home. You need to find the right one for your lifestyle. One way is to buy several LED bulbs, and try them in your laps. Take before and after pictures so you can refer to the results later. Also remember these things:
- Colors like green, teal, blue, indigo and purple would look best with lights that are cool
- Colors like magenta, red, red-orange, orange, gold, and yellow are warm, and using a warm light bulb is usually the way to go
- The lampshade also makes a difference. If it is gold, a cool light bulb is the better choice
Remember Light From the Windows
The direction your window faces will affect the type of light it lets in.
- If it’s south or west facing, warm light will arrive.
- If the window is east or north facing, cool light will enter the window.
To control the light entering the window, consider the type of window treatment that will be best. The materials and opacities you choose will provide different effects. A semi-opaque fabric in a Duette® Honeycomb Shade will soften the light. Blinds with louvers like Heritance® Hardwood Shutters will allow you to tilt the light up or down. The natural fibers used in Provenance® Woven Textures will filter light gently.
At Altra Home Décor in Surprise AZ, we’ll be happy to discuss lighting elements and how your window treatment choices can impact them.
Understanding Lighting in Phoenix AZ Area
Altra Home Decor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!
