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Small space dwellers, this one’s for you. If you worry that your tiny bedroom will never come together in a way that doesn’t look cramped, think again. Just because your bedroom is lacking in square footage doesn’t mean that you can’t make it look great with small bedroom lighting ideas.
When your room is well-lit, it will appear larger and less cave-like, and you’ll also be able to get more use out of the space. No one likes to read or complete computer tasks in the dark, after all!
There are so many options for brightening up a small bedroom without eating up valuable floor or surface space, like cordless lamps. Below are 15 small bedroom lighting ideas that demonstrate the ways you can creatively use sconces, string lights, and more to your advantage.
Install Chic Sconces in the Style of Your Choosing
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Maybe you’re drawn to black or metal sconces that lean more modern, or perhaps you’ll fall in love with a grand millennial style sconce with a pleated shade. There are plenty of picks out there!
Opt for a Lamp That Easily Swivels
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That way, you can turn it to face your bed as you read under the covers at night and, during the workday, you can move the piece to accommodate your desktop tasks.
Try Plug-In Sconces if You’re a Renter
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These sconces are an excellent solution for renters, given that they can be easily installed and removed without making any electrical alterations.
Hang Some String Lights Above the Bed for Extra Glow
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Choose a Bedside Lamp That Truly Enhances Your Space
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In this instance, you’ll want to opt for a lamp that isn’t just functional but also adds visual interest to your space. This tall, white base matches this room’s cottage-style decor perfectly.
Hang Pendant Lights Beside the Bed at Varying Heights
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Express Your Personal Style With a Light Like This One
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Many people enjoy DIYing their own pendant lights, too, so if you’re feeling crafty, by all means, go for it!
Creatively Scatter Light Sources Throughout Your Room
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Maximize your lighting options with a variety of bedroom light fixtures, such as placing a sconce, pendant light, and a bedside lamp in your room, shown here.
Note that sconces can be placed on any wall; they don’t need to sit beside the headboard.
Spell Out a Fave Phrase With a Neon Wall Sign
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Neon lights aren’t just a way to add personality to a space, they can also provide extra brightness! Spell out a favorite phrase, song lyric, or just your name, and sit back and admire this groovy addition to your bedroom.
Neon signs are enjoyable in kids’ and adults’ rooms alike and are particularly popular in nurseries.
Shop for Cute Lantern Lights to Jazz Up Your Headboard
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Hang Them Above Your Desk, Too
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Or Grab Some Sleek LED Lights Instead
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Add a LED strand to a shelf, headboard, desk, you name it! Whether you opt for classic or colorful bulbs is up to you.
Pick Out a Double-Pronged, Adjustable Sconce
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A double-pronged sconce like this one will brighten up any corner while adding contemporary flair to your space. Look for one with adjustable arms to fit your every need.
Select a Sconce Finish That Pops Against Your Wall Paint Color
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Make the Most of a Bedroom for Two
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In a small bedroom for two, it often makes the most sense to place a nightstand with just one lamp between twin beds. As an alternative, hanging sconces above each bed will make a shared bedroom much brighter and allow each person to control their own lighting preferences. It’s truly a win-win.
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What is the best kind of lighting for a bedroom?
Many prefer warm lighting in a bedroom, because it has less blue wavelengths. Blue light is known to negatively impact sleep.1
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What is the most relaxing color light for a bedroom?
While blue light disturbs sleep, red light has no effect on circadian rhythms, making it the least sleep-inhibiting color of light.2 A red light can also add a moody hue to a bedroom.
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How many lights do you need in a small bedroom?
In a small bedroom, a typical lighting set-up would include one main source of light, whether it’s an overhead light or a larger room lamp, as well as a warm-colored bedside source of light, for reading and winding down before bed.