The interior design and layout of our homes are very important. After all, this is where we mostly relax from the stresses of our everyday lives. That's why we need spaces where we feel good, where we can disconnect. That's why we need to pay close attention to creating an atmosphere that, in addition to relaxation, promotes creativity and productivity the next day. To do this, it's not enough to focus on the beauty and shape of our larger furnishings, but the appearance of smaller home furnishings is also very important. For example, the shape and color of lamps and lampshades.  

The lampshade is one of the biggest mood enhancers of our interiors

When we talk about this topic, many people ask the following question: Why is it important to choose a lampshade that fits perfectly with our home? Because it is not only a decorative element, but also provides us with light. With its help, we can create beautiful mood lighting in our home, or it fulfills the purpose of a lamp in the first place. We can eat, work, and read despite the darkness. Therefore, it does not matter which room we place the lamp and lampshade in.

Make sure to choose a lampshade that matches the size of the room!

For a larger room, such as a nice, spacious hallway or living room, a larger lampshade is more showy. In this case, choose a version with a diameter of 40 or 50 cm. For a smaller room, such as a bedroom, a lamp with a smaller size is more appropriate. In this case, the experts at LAMPARiOMA recommend lampshades with a diameter of 20 and 30 cm. But also pay attention to the height of the lampshade that matches the diameter of the lamp. If we are thinking of a 30 cm diameter, then in our opinion a lampshade with a diameter of 30 cm and a height of 20 cm is ideal, if we are thinking of a drum-shaped version. But we can also choose another shape.

Where and what kind of lamp and lampshade should we place in the room?

When planning the lighting of our home, we need to consider a few important questions. First, we need to look at the natural lighting of the given room, that is, where are the windows where light enters. This will be the primary light source. Then, we need to examine how much light we actually need and if the sun is not shining, we need to determine where to place a table or floor lamp based on this. If we consider it necessary, we ask for the help of a specialist who will calculate how many lumens we need in the given room and determine the number of lighting fixtures. Because brightness is measured in lumens, and as we have already mentioned, different rooms require different brightness levels. Usually, we need stronger light in the living room and dining room. What does this mean in terms of numbers? A value between 2000-3000 lumens is appropriate. In our bedroom, we like to have a little more pleasant lighting conditions. Therefore, about 1000-2000 lumens is acceptable there. In our kitchen, however, we need stronger, focused light, which has a value of at least 3000 lumens. The other important point of reference concerns colors.

What color lampshade is the right choice? 

If we need more light to illuminate a given room, because, for example, there is less natural light, then we should choose a lampshade that has a light material. This allows more light to pass through. But do not only determine what color lampshade we choose based on this. After all, the basic color of the room, the color of the wall and the furniture is also important. For example, a light-colored wall absorbs much less light than a dark-colored one. Thus, if the walls are light, we will need fewer light sources, which means we can safely choose a lampshade in brighter colors. At LAMPARiOMA Studio, you can find both darker and lighter lampshades. It all depends on which one you like best. Our online store offers a wide range of beautiful lampshades, so that everyone can find the perfect lampshade that will enhance the appearance of their room or space. If we haven't found the right one, we will be happy to create the lampshade of your dreams based on your ideas.

What kind of bulb should we choose for our lamp? 

LED light bulbs provide the most modern lighting technology today. That's why we recommend them. If you want a beautiful lampshade for your kitchen or living room, choose an LED light bulb that has a higher lumen. The LED bulb not only provides bright light, but is also energy-efficient, so it can significantly reduce your electricity bill. A smaller bulb is more suitable for the bedroom. Many people ask us about this, because they often experience so-called afterglow with LED light bulbs, which answers the common question of why the LED bulb stays on when turned off. The experts at LAMPARiOMA always tell us that this is not necessary. You don't have to worry because the light will fade and the lamp will go out in a few seconds. LED light bulbs can still operate with residual electricity after being turned off.