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The Ultimate Bathroom Lights Guide: How To Create Spa-Like Ambiance
Imagine transforming your bathroom into a spa-like space where you can unwind in peace. Not sure where to start? We've put together this ultimate guide to bathroom lights that help you achieve a peaceful ambience for your bathroom. Read more now and discover how bathrooms don't need to be only a functional space, and how they can act as your own personal haven.
The first rule for bathroom lights - don't forget about the layers
Finding the right balance in a bathroom can be quite tricky- the room needs to be bright enough to brush your teeth in in the morning, yet relaxing enough to take a bath in as well. As a result of that, incorporating different types of bathroom lights (from task lighting to accent lighting) can be a great idea.
For instance, ambient lighting, such as recessed ceiling lights or flush light fittings, will ensures the space is evenly illuminated at all times. These days you can also see quite a lot of LED mirrors used in homes, which is a great way to add task lighting and minimise shadows during morning routines. Accent lighting on the other hand, such as picture lights above frames, can introduce depth and visual interest to the space. So if you put all of these different bathroom lights together, you will see how they work together to create a versatile lighting solution, while still catering to different moods and providing that spa-like feature in your home.
Choosing the right colour temperature bathroom lights for a spa-like feel
The light colour tones in your bathroom will play an important role in creating that right ambience. For instance, warm white fittings (2700-3000K) will create a soft, cozy glow, which is ideal for relaxation, which means those bathroom lights are great for areas that are designed for destressing, such as a bathtub corner. Neutral white (3500-4000K) however is a good choice for everyday tasks, such as grooming, as it mimics a great balance between warm and cool tones.
The ideal set up depends on your needs though. We would recommend layering your bathroom lights, for instance, you could usewarm or neutral white lights for general illumination to create a welcoming glow (as the main light for instance). Then around the mirrors you could opt for neutral or cool lighting which then gives great visibility for those important tasks such as shaving or doing your skincare in the mornings. And last but not least, you could install LED strips in warm tones under bathroom vanities to add more depth to the space and a tranquil touch.
Don't forget to take advantage of the natural lighting if possible
Oftentimes, we focus on all the details and forget about the natural features we have got to work with. If your bathroom has got windows, don't forget to take advantage of the light coming from there.For instance, investing into sheer curtains can allow you to get soft, diffused sunlight to fill the space. Skylights on the other hand, can bring in an abundance of natural light while maintaining privacy.
By incorporating natural lighting with layered bathroom lights, you will end up with a beautiful yet harmonious space in your bathroom. As a result, your bathroom will have that spa-like ambience that you have always sought after. Another pro tip from us is to incorporate greenery, such as potted plants or small succulents. As well as boosting your mood, these plants will help to draw moisture out of the air, which is great for those relaxing baths and long showers that are creating a lot of steam that could cause dampness in your bathroom and ruin those spa-like vibes.
We hope that this blog post about bathroom lights ideas has inspired you to create your own relaxing escape. If you have any questions at all, or if you’d like to speak with our experienced lighting designers about your own bathroom project, do not hesitate to get in touch.
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