Everybody spends at least a little time in the mornings on their appearance, some more than others. Most of this morning primping takes place in the bathroom in front of the vanity mirror. Most bathroom lighting situations, unless they are custom designed, are disappointingly lackluster. Perhaps the bathroom isn’t where we receive daily inspiration, but a little color and creative design couldn’t hurt. Contemporary bathroom lighting is a popular way to go these days and there are many options to break the boring bathroom lighting disease many homes are plagued with.
The most important thing to consider when selecting modern bathroom light fixtures is functionality. Even if the light looks good, if it’s too small or not bright enough, the appearance alone will not make its presence worth it. Remember that more than just task and general lighting are important to creating the look of a modern bathroom. Accent lighting is important to consider, as well. If you have art work, light it. If there is a cove in the ceiling, light it with rope lights. If you have a luxurious bath, add ambiance with the right kind of dimmable lighting.
Modern bath bar lights can transform a boring bathroom into a fabulously functional one. Any décor you have in your bathroom will only be accentuated by beautiful, contemporary vanity lights. Variations include the number of bulbs in a fixture, shape and size of the lights, and where they are designed to go around the vanity. It is recommended that contemporary vanity lights be installed on the side of the mirror if not on the wall about it. To ensure that there will be enough light in the space, plan on “over lighting” the area. Install a dimmer switch to control the light output to your precise liking for the task.
In addition to the design of modern vanity strip lights, remember the bulbs themselves. Neodymium light bulbs are incandescent bulbs designed to mimic sunlight. This creates the perfect condition for appearance preparations. The glass in neodymium light bulbs have a bluish tint which lessens the yellow glare regular incandescent bulbs give off and therefore is more similar to the sun. Another popular option is the use of warm toned compact fluorescent bulbs. They put out a warm, mellow light that is much less harsh than earlier versions of fluorescent bulbs. In deciding on your contemporary bathroom lighting, don’t forget to take all this into account.
