When we moved into our house, our bedroom was a bland looking space in need of serious style. I had a difficult time figuring out a look and the feeling I wanted to evoke in this room.
The choices for this bedroom were dark and moody, light and airy, contemporary or transitional. So many styles, so many options stifled me and I couldn’t make up my mind for an end design style. So, I decided to do a “temporary makeover,” invest very little time and money till I figured a permanent look. Six years later… the “temporary makeover” is still going strong.
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I love this idea!! Two of the bedrooms in my house are kind of small, so I hang the lights for space saving reasons, not to mention I just like the hanging lights. I always struggle with finding shades or covers that I like, so this is perfect for me!! My only question is the strength of the bulb you are using?? I would imagine too low would not allow enough light, but I am the daughter of a firefighter so I would be concerned with too much heat coming from a strong bulb as far as the watts....any suggestions that will help me not be a paranoid fireman's daughter but will give at least some of the necessary light for a bedroom would be very much appreciated!! ;-)
Hi Jenny,
I used 9w LED lighting in this light fixture, the bulb really doesn't heat up so I believe it is quite safe. 9w-13w LED lighting is equivalent to 75-100 watt incandescent bulbs. Good luck with your project!
I love this idea!! Two of the bedrooms in my house are kind of small, so I hang the lights for space saving reasons, not to mention I just like the hanging lights. I always struggle with finding shades or covers that I like, so this is perfect for me!! My only question is the strength of the bulb you are using?? I would imagine too low would not allow enough light, but I am the daughter of a firefighter so I would be concerned with too much heat coming from a strong bulb as far as the watts....any suggestions that will help me not be a paranoid fireman's daughter but will give at least some of the necessary light for a bedroom would be very much appreciated!! ;-)
I have prior experience as a fire fighter and as an electrician, you are absolutely correct to be concerned. Low wattage via LEDs would be best for fire safety and your electric bill. I would recommend a forty watt bulb or less is ideal.