Which light colour to choose for the living room? A practical guide

The living room is the heart of the home - a place where we relax after a challenging day, spend time with loved ones and indulge our passions. In order for this space to fully fulfil its functions, it is crucial to create the right atmosphere in it. One of the most important elements that influences this is the colour of light.

It determines whether our living room has a cosy atmosphere conducive to relaxation or a stimulating energy ideal for work and meetings. Warm or cold - so which light colour for the living room is best? Here are a handful of tips to help you decide which living room light to choose to enjoy a perfectly lit space.

WHY DOES THE COLOUR OF LIGHT IN THE LIVING ROOM MATTER?

The colour of light in the living room is not just a practical matter - it is one of those elements that can influence our mood and well-being. It sets the mood, brings out the beauty of furniture and accessories, and even makes the food we serve look more appetising. It stimulates us to action or - it facilitates the secretion of melatonin, so necessary for proper sleep.

Too much harsh, cold light makes us feel uncomfortable instead of relaxed. On the other hand, if there is too little light, the living room may seem less welcoming and the interior more overwhelming and non-functional. So it's worth thinking about how light can work in our favour, creating an atmosphere where we feel really comfortable and relaxed.

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WHICH COLOUR OF LIGHT FOR THE LIVING ROOM IS BEST?

Cold, warm and neutral colours. This means that it is best to use a combination of different colour temperatures, tailored to the function of each zone and our individual preferences. And if a particular section of the living room changes its purpose during the day? LED bulbs with adjustable lighting power and temperature will help.

A Smart Sylvania bulb, installed in a lamp of your choice, will allow you to quickly adjust the colour and intensity of the light to suit your current needs and mood. Using a dedicated remote control, homeowners can conveniently control light intensity, colour temperature and 8 colours without moving from the sofa!

THE BEST COLOUR TEMPERATURE FOR THE RELAXATION AREA

In the area where our favourite sofa or armchair plays a central role, warm lighting will work well. Its soft, yellowish tones will envelop the space, creating an atmosphere conducive to tranquillity and blissful laziness. Warm light is that with a colour temperature between 2200 and 3200 Kelvin. Lower values will create a reddish effect of a sunset or candle flame. Slightly higher tones in this range will still provide a pleasantly warm light, but slightly brighter, making it ideal for building cosiness in the living room.

If warm tones don't quite resonate with our style, go boldly for a neutral colour. It's a shade that is reminiscent of daylight, making it particularly comfortable for the eyes. And mood-building can be handled by floor and pendant lamps with lampshades - soft textile or subtly textured rattan. Their design means that the light diffuses gently, creating a pleasant and relaxing aura in the room.

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CHOOSING A LIGHT COLOUR FOR THE DINING AREA

In the dining area, where we mainly eat our meals, it is advisable to opt for neutral light. Why? A colour that is close to daylight does not distort the colours of the food and creates a pleasant atmosphere, encouraging communal lunches and dinners. It is also the healthiest colour of light.

Install several light sources above the table in the dining area to avoid dark spots. In a modern living room, the black Ball or Dione lamps with five shades will work well, while in a slightly more classic interior, the openwork Hitta model available in several sizes.

Looking for more inspiration? Read: Choosing a lamp for the living room, bedroom and kitchen

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WHICH LIGHT COLOUR FOR THE LIVING ROOM WORKSPACE?

If your living room has a space dedicated to work, it's a good idea to think about lighting it individually. In such a corner, cooler light is ideal - its slightly stimulating tones can promote concentration and creativity. Depending on the effect you want to achieve, go for cold coloured light bulbs between 4000 and 6500 K.

When furnishing a working area in the living room, there is no need to invest in a separate standing or hanging lamp. Opt for a portable lamp with an adjustable arm. Thanks to the possibility of changing the angle of incidence of the light, we can precisely illuminate the work area without tiring our eyes.

If you do your work at the same time every day, the Ester lamp, which can emit both cold light and warm light, will prove to be a good solution. This one remembers the last settings and turns on with the same parameters when you start up again.

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LIGHT INTENSITY IN THE LIVING ROOM IS ALSO IMPORTANT

In addition to the colour temperature of the light, the intensity of the light is equally important. Being able to adjust the light output is a valuable feature that allows you to adapt the brightness to your current activities and time of day. Light that is too harsh in the evening can be irritating and make it difficult to calm down before bedtime, so it is worth having the option to dim it. When arranging your living room, it is therefore worth choosing lamps with several brightness levels.

LIVING ROOM LIGHTING - WHAT ELSE IS WORTH BEARING IN MIND?

When designing your living room lighting, it's worth thinking about where you'll place the lamps and switches - so that everyday use of the space is simply convenient. It's a good idea to consider several independent lighting circuits. This will give us the freedom to create the atmosphere and the ability to adapt the light colour to the different zones of the living room and our current needs. We can then manage the lighting flexibly:

general lighting, which gently brightens up the entire room,
zone lighting to accentuate a favourite reading or work area,
decorative lighting to add a personal touch and a cosy note to the interior.

It is also worth paying attention to LED furniture lighting, which is becoming increasingly popular in modern arrangements. The illuminated display cabinet from the Spot collection, like those from the Nature or 4 You Fresh collections, will highlight the tableware and at the same time introduce atmospheric light into the interior, creating a pleasant and cosy atmosphere.

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