How Bright Should a ceiling light be?

Choose a ceiling fixture that’s bright enough for your room by using a lighting standard called lumens. First, determine the square footage of your room (simply multiply length by width). You’ll also need to know that: Dining rooms and kitchens need 30-40 lumens per square foot.

How big should light be in living room?

Here are a few more quick guidelines to help: If the room is smaller than 10′ x 10′ the fixture should be 17″ to 20″ wide. If the room is around 12′ x 12′ the fixture should be 22″ to 27″ wide. If the room is around 14′ x 14′ the fixture should be 24″ to 32″ wide.

How many Lux is a living room?

Room Lighting Levels

Bedroom (child)	General	500 lux
	Task	800 lux
Bathroom	General	300 lux
	Shave/makeup	300–700 lux
Living room/den	General	300 lux

What ceiling lights are best for living room?

Chandeliers and cluster lights can make bold statement pieces, while flush lights sit closer to the ceiling which is ideal for living rooms with lower ceilings. Before you buy, it’s important to take the height of your ceiling into consideration.

How do I choose a living room ceiling light?

To determine the diameter of a light fixture that’s best for your space:

1. Measure the length and width of the room in feet. Example: 10 feet by 12 feet.
2. Add the two lengths together.
3. Swap that value in feet for inches (so 20 feet becomes 20 inches)
4. This is the ideal diameter for a light fixture in this room.

Is 10000 lux enough for SAD?

Almost all the experts we spoke to emphasize that a good SAD lamp should have a large light surface, about 12 inches by 18 inches. It also needs a brightness level of 10,000 lux, a viewing angle that allows it to be positioned above your eyes and at a slight downward angle to minimize glare, and UV-blocking ability.

What size can light for 8 foot ceiling?

In an 8′ ceiling, a 4″ fixture can work well to provide kitchen countertop lighting. A 6″ downlight at that height will illuminate your breakfast table nicely. In a 10′ ceiling, you might want 4″ fixtures for area lighting, since the light will spread out more. A 7″ fixture makes a nice wall washer in an 8′ ceiling.

What size light fixture should I buy?