5 Lighting Tips: How to Create the Perfect Ambiance at Home

Good lighting is a must, but besides providing good lighting for the spaces in your home, it can really change the mood and looks of your interior. Whether you want to create coziness in the living room or need bright light for daily tasks, the right lighting can really make a difference. In this blog, we share 5 valuable tips to make the most of your interior through clever use of lighting.

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1. Use the best Color Temperature for more ambiance

To create the perfect mood in your home with lighting, you must first decide what color temperature you want to use. Color temperature, measured in Kelvin (K), determines the shade of light a bulb produces, differentiating between "warm" and "cool" light.

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Warm color temperatures usually range between 1500K and 3000K. This warm light is like the soft glow of candlelight and is therefore ideal for creating a homely atmosphere in living rooms and bedrooms.

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Cool color temperatures are achieved with lamps rated 4000K or higher. This type of light is more suitable for kitchens, bathrooms and offices because it produces brighter and more functional light, which contributes to concentration and alertness.

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2. Create ambiance with Smart Lighting

With the endless possibilities of smart lighting, you can create the perfect mood for any situation. Imagine this: you get home after a long day and want to change the vibe for a quiet evening. With just a few clicks on your phone or by giving a voice command in the CALEX app, you change the color of the lights to warm red, perfect for a relaxing setting. Or maybe you're having a party and want to brighten up the room with vibrant colors. Colored smart lighting offers a playful and creative way to bring your home to life, and it's easier than ever to create the right mood for any moment.

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3. Take advantage of Light Layering

Light layering is basically just a clever way to light your space. It's all about adding different types of lamps and light sources to create the right ambiance. Think about that corner lamp next to your sofa for reading a book, that bright kitchen lamp that helps with cooking and that subtle accent light that makes your favorite artwork stand out more. It makes your home beautiful and functional at the same time.

• General lighting: This is the basic lighting that illuminates the entire room.

• Task lighting: Specific lighting for tasks such as reading, cooking, or working.

• Accent lighting: Targeted lighting on artwork, plants, or other decorative elements to make them stand out.

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4. Set the mood with Dimmers

Light dimmers are a great addition to any home. They allow you to adjust the brightness of the light, allowing you to fine-tune the ambiance in any room depending on the occasion or your mood. Whether you want a relaxing evening at home or a cozy dinner with friends, a light dimmer allows you to easily dim the light to the perfect intensity. The gentle light creates a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxation and social gatherings.

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With the introduction of the new Smart Wifi dimmer, your lights are not only dimmable, but also smart. As an added benefit, Smart dimmers also help save energy and extend the life of your bulbs. In short, with these innovative dimmers you can not only improve the atmosphere, but also benefit from more flexibility and comfort in your home.

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5. Creating Ambiance with Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor lighting not only creates a beautiful outdoor space; it can also create a magical atmosphere indoors. Strategically placed outdoor lighting not only highlights your home's unique features, but also extends warmth from inside to outside. Consider subtle lit pathways leading to your front door, creating an inviting feeling for guests. Decorative garden lighting around windows and doors can also add a warm glow to the interior of your home at night, creating a cozy and inviting ambiance.

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Extra tip: Use smart outdoor lighting! The transition between inside and outside is even easier to create with the help of smart lighting. By connecting both indoor and outdoor lights to the same app, you set all lights to the most appropriate scene with just the push of a button.

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Is your Wi-Fi signal not optimal in your garden? No problem, we’ve got you covered! Using the Smart Outdoor Gateway, you’re assured of constant Wifi coverage in your garden. The Gateway uses the local Wifi connection (2.4 GHz) and distributes it through Bluetooth Mesh to all Outdoor Smart products. This ensures a strong connection between all products, regardless of the size of your garden or the number of installed devices.

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By choosing the proper lighting and applying various techniques, you transform the ambiance of your home and create a welcoming atmosphere that you can enjoy every day. In other words, experiment with different lighting solutions and discover which match your personal taste and the needs of your home best.

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