There are hundreds of different types of lighting for sale so we've put this guide together to help you choose what's right for you

Index

   • Hallways & Staircases

   • Kitchen

   • Bathroom

   • Dining Room

   • Living Room

   • Bedroom

   • Kids Bedrooms

   • Shades

   • Bulb Types

Hallways & Staircases

   • Choose brighter lighting for safety reasons

   • Directional ceiling spotlights are good for bouncing light of walls to give the illusion of brighter light

   • If your ceiling is low choose wall lighting to use up less valuable overhead space

   • Keep stairs well lit by using a pendant light at the top of the staircase

   • Spotlights at the top of the stairs can create shadow therefore making each individual stair more visible

   • Use dimmer switches so you can control / choose the level of brightness

   • Use energy saving light bulbs in areas that are used frequently

Kitchen

   • Lighting should be functional and directional therefore spotlights are ideal

   • Use ceiling fittings that can be adjusted to direct light onto the surface you are working on

   • Directional lighting can also be used to highlight a breakfast bar or a picture or feature on the wall

   • For safety avoid using floor based lamps that may have trailing wires

Bathroom

   • Safety is priority due to the presence of water

   • Use a ceiling fitting that can be operated with a pull cord

   • Do not choose fittings made from fabric or wood as these will deteriorate in the moist environment

Dining Room

   • You need to create the right mood for the occasion so dimmer switches are ideal

   • A combination for floor ceiling and wall lighting can create an ambient environment for entertaining

   • You can buy matching ceiling floor and wall lights so you can create an attractive overall look

   • A ceiling light will provide a good focal point over your dining table

   • Directional spotlights can be used to highlight pictures or features on your wall

Living Room

   • A combination of floor ceiling and wall lights means you can light your room for different activities, reading, watching TV or just relaxing

   • You can get matching ceiling floor and wall lights so you can create an attractive overall look

   • Shades and uplighters can be used to direct the light where you need it most and different strength bulbs can be used in different areas

   • Directional spotlights can be used to highlight pictures or features on the wall.

Bedroom

   • There is a wide range of bedside lamps ideal for reading in bed

   • Directional spotlights can be used to highlight pictures or features on the wall or

   • Ceiling lights can make an attractive focal point

Kids Bedrooms

   • You can get a wide range of fun and funky kids lighting for boys and girls bedrooms

   • Use ceiling lighting for general play

   • Directional or task lighting should be used if kids are doing homework in their room, reading or using the computer

Shades

   • Shades are essential to cover unattractive bulbs and defuse the light into your room

   • Shades stop the glare of a naked light bulb

   • There are over 85 different styles of light shade, both modern and traditional designs

Bulb Types

Different bulbs serve different purposes so consideration is needed when purchasing:

    • Energy saving bulbs - see each type for wattage and energy saving rating

    • Candle bulbs - for a more subtle effect, ideal for table lamps

    • Classic 100 watt - for everyday use

    • Halopar Bulbs - halogen bulbs with a UV filter

    • Delux El Vario - with two stage dimming using a normal light switch

    • Halogen bulbs - halogen provides a brighter, whiter light than a normal bulb. Ideal for general, task and occasional lighting