Basement Lighting Options and Ideas
When you are thinking about a basement finishing project, you will need a lighting plan. You’ll want to flip the switch when you open the door so it illuminates the entire space, but also consider what activities will occur in the basement and the best lighting for these. Then add a little mood lighting to set the tone of the space or to highlight certain parts of the room.
Lighting a basement is often somewhat of a challenge. Even if a basement is a walk-out with windows and doors, chances it still does not receive enough natural light. That is why it’s best to make a lighting plan, if you are redecorating, adding the right lighting works wonders for making a basement look more inviting.
Lighting Types
When making a lighting plan, consider the 3 types of lighting and determine which one best suits your needs.
Ambient These are lights specifically designed to spread light throughout the entire basement. For a basement, ambient lighting is best achieved through recessed ceiling lights, better known as can, high-hats or downlights. Track lighting is an alternative, and is a more budget-friendly option, especially if you are trying to fit ambient lighting in a finished basement.
Task It is exactly what the name implies, lighting is used to illuminate a certain thing. In a basement, some examples are pendant lights over a bar, chandeliers or large hanging fixtures over a dining table, under-cabinet lights in a kitchen, or reading lamps by a sofa or a desk.
Indirect This lighting is about setting a mood or highlighting certain architecture, artwork, or collectibles. Some examples are rope lighting behind a bar or inside shelving units, wall sconces, or a small light fixture hung over artwork.
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