Lighting For Every Room In Your Apartment
My name is Imani, and I hate boob lights. What are boob lights, you ask? They are the most disturbing household fixture known to humankind and are a favorite of landlords across the country. They're ugly but have no fear; I've found the cutest flush mounts (& other styles) the internet offers for this week's Imani's Home Favorites.
What Size Light Do I need?
Here’s the quick & dirty equation to determine what size light you need for an open room like a living room or bedroom.
Step 1: Measure the length & width of your room. (9 ft. x 16 ft.)
Step 2: Add those two numbers together. (9 ft. + 16 ft. = 25 ft.)
Step 3: Every foot of your room’s size equals an inch l in width of your ideal lighting fixture size. (25 ft = 25 inches)
The ideal light is 25 inches wide!
How To Install A Light Fixture
Changing a light fixture isn’t too hard, but I’ll be honest, this is the one DIY that I’ll probably never tackle. However, I’m deathly afraid of being electrocuted, so I’ll continue hiring professionals from TaskRabbit to handle this particular upgrade. If you prefer hired help, use this link to save $10 on your first Task!
WATCH: How To Change A Light Fixture!
My Favorite Light Fixtures
Flush Mounts - perfect for those with low ceilings who want to add interest without hitting their head on a light bulb
Be Like Imani: I recently installed the Alyssa 5 Light Flush Mount from Mitzi in my living/bedroom & it's on sale!
Pendants/Chandeliers - drop light over a dining table, kitchen island, or closet.
Style Tip: Try a chandelier in a bathroom.
Floor Lamps - no space for a table? Consider a floor lamp like these.
What Budget?: Anthropologie has unique floor lamps, but be ready to spend major $$$!
Table Lamps - got a table, get a lamp!
Style Tip: go for a unique shape like this one, or invest in a fun shade.
Sconces -plug-in or hard-wired, sconces are perfect for adding light to the most awkward areas!
DIY It: grab a plug-in cord + funky shade (like this metal one) & make your fixture!
Ceiling Fans - keep it cute & circulate the air in the room with a fan!
That’s all for today folks! See you next Friday!
xoxo, Imani