Three Different Types of Lighting

When it comes to lighting, there are a few different types you can use to accomplish the particular look you're going for. Each has its own advantage, and when used in the proper way, can add quite a bit to your home's decor.

Ambient lighting. This type of lighting illuminates a large area with a nice amount of brightness, but not too much brightness. Also called general lighting, ambient lighting is often seen in chandeliers and mounted light fixtures.

Accent lighting. If you have certain items in a room you want to draw attention to, such as paintings, sculptures, trophies, accent lighting is the type of lighting you'd use to pull that off. This lighting projects as much as three times the light that surrounds it on the item you're trying to draw attention to.

Task lighting. This is lighting with a purpose. You'll find task lighting in undercabinet areas, on desks, hanging over reading chairs, and around bathroom mirrors. If you have something you need to get done, it's probably done under task lighting.

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