The Top 5 Lamps For An Airbnb
We are always scouring the web and magazines for ideas about how to make our property stand out and lamps have been powerful. The rooms and spaces in the photographs that we find online or in magazines tend to evoke a strong mood and character. That is because have amazing lighting. It really sets the whole tone for the room.
Ask any photographer about how important lighting is to get the perfect shot. We are always wowed by what artists achieve in those still images but are often disappointed when we try to recreate those same colors in real life. To achieve an amazing room that puts you in a good and comfortable mood, you need to really pay attention to the lighting in the room. This can be achieved by good strategically placed wall fixtures.
If that is too expensive to change for you, then you can always do what we do and invest in some good lamps to get that perfect look in your room. They give out the much-needed light to enhance the room and also come in various designs to elevate your space to something sublime.
What to look for in a lamp?
You have to study your room and figure out where it is needed the most. Corners tend to be overlooked. There also has to be enough task lighting which means lighting for a specific purpose like reading or next to a closet so that you are not fidgeting in the dark. A good way to look at placement is that if there can be a potential problem with lighting, you should probably get a lamp or some sort of light to go there.
Lamps can be either be tall standalone pieces or smaller intimate ones for the bedside or to illuminate the corner of a room. Figure out whether you have enough space to place a large full height floor lamp. You can replace a floor lamp with a side table and desk lamp combo and achieve almost the same results.
Lights can be used to highlight a particular section of a room. It can accompany a visual fixture like a sculpture or painting. It can create pockets of interest in an otherwise bland room.
It is good to have dimming features in the lamps you buy. If you don’t have dimming built into your room’s electric wiring then you should get something with dimming features. This way, you can let your guests control the amount of light they are comfortable with and set the mood themselves.
Sometimes it makes sense to choose form over function. Some lights are meant to be mood pieces exclusively that will be turned on only when the main lights are off. In this case, those lamps should look appealing even when they are not in use. Pay attention to the different material finishes you can get in the market like metal, glass, wood or concrete.
Choosing the right kind of bulb is also important. The color of the light has an effect on the human body. Softer yellow light is better for sleep at night. If you are getting a night light don’t get led lights. Go for incandescent bulbs instead that emit yellow light. Your guests won’t be able to actually verbalize the feeling but they will definitely appreciate it.
Don’t go overboard with fancy textures and materials for your lampshades. Get something that appeals to a wide group of people. Get something simple and functional. Figure out how light or how dark you want the fabric to be. They both disperse different amounts of light and are used for different purposes. Lighter shades light the whole area around them while darker shades are used for localized lighting.
Recommendations from Amazon:
ZEEFO USB Table Lamp: This one is a smart addition to any Airbnb as it comes with a USB charging port for the guest’s phones. This is a unique and quirky piece that will be a talking point. It also has a subdued but defined style that will fit in with most rooms. The square shape will match up with rooms that have angular furniture. It is also very affordable.
Adesso Bowery Arc Lamp: This is perfect for seating areas that need overhead lighting. The drum shade is adjustable and made out of linen fabric. It can use either an incandescent bulb or a CFL. It comes in options of either 1 Arm, 3 Arm, or 5 Armed variants.
Floor Lamp with Remote and Touch Control: This one comes with a remote and touch capabilities. You can adjust the color temperature for the perfect light tone. It is adjustable for 360 degrees and has 6 scene modes. It is very affordable at under $50 and is an Amazon bestseller.
TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp: For a desk in the home office for your guests, you can put this attractive and simple desk lamp. It is meant to be gentle on the eyes. It also has a functional USB charging port. The head tilts up 135 degrees and swivels 90 degrees so that it can be used in whatever configuration you prefer.
AUKEY Table Lamp, Touch Sensor Bedside Lamps: This one is perfect for background illumination and reading. It has a clean and minimal design that is almost futuristic. The controls are touch-sensitive and let you adjust three brightness levels. You can choose between warm white color or other rich blends of vibrant colors. The touch control base can be touched anywhere for easy control.
Precautions to take:
Some lamps may require a particular rating of bulbs. Pay attention to that when you make the purchase.
When in doubt it is a good idea to go for more lighting than less. Creating the right mood with less lighting is challenging. You can end up with a dark room easily. So it is better to overcompensate in the lighting department unless you exactly know what you are doing.
Pay attention to the energy efficiency of the bulbs that you buy. It will help in lower power bills in the long term.
Love,
Scooch and Steve
