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Having a house like the ones you find in magazines and decoration sites is a dream for many people. Except for those who have training in the field, few people know how to perfectly choose furniture and decorative accessories, such as choose the perfect lampshade for the bedroom.

In addition to the look, the functional aspect must also be taken into account when decorating. Correct lighting, for example, makes all the difference. Rooms like bedrooms require a special touch when choosing light — both to add harmony and comfort to the environment and to guarantee the visual comfort of the resident.

So, placing the ideal lampshade for your room will make all the difference in your project. However, with so many options — in addition to the possibilities of combinations with different lamps — knowing what is the ideal room for the bedroom can become a very complex task.

To make your choice easier, we have listed below some fundamental points so that you can choose the lampshade correctly. Check it out!

Difference between lampshade and lamp

Although some use the two terms interchangeably, there are big differences between lampshades and lamps. Knowing the differences will make it easier to know exactly what you’re looking for when researching models.

We call any type of artifact used to illuminate a fixture. This is a very broad term because there are several different types. Get to know some of them:

Chandelier

It has several arms, united by a central structure fixed to the ceiling. It’s not very functional when it comes to illuminate the environment. However, it can be the centerpiece of a decoration.

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TPZ chandelier in metal and glass

on hold

This type of lamp has no arms, being attached to the ceiling by wires or chains. It is used with or without a dome — being responsible for a focused or diffused lighting. It can be used in central room lighting or as an indirect light point, thus fulfilling the most diverse functions.

Lotus Pendant Lamp with Black Cable

Washer

Light point installed at the top of the walls. Ideal for soft decorative lighting and also for use on bathroom mirrors.

Gray Ball Wall Lamp

TPZ Bed Washer

Lampshade

We already know that a lampshade is a type of lamp, right?! It is used for create a soft point of light and coming from below.

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Ambient style

In addition to serving as lighting, the lampshade It also serves a decorative function. Choosing the perfect lampshade is not so simple, because you have to choose the model that best suits the environment. See some styles:

Classic

Traditional models are still in vogue. They are ideal for anyone who wants impress with elegance, refinement and grandeur to the environment. In addition, classic lampshades offer greater ease of composition with existing decorative elements.

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Minimalist

The minimalist style favors the simplicity of the space, without excess. They are recommended for those who wish to convey an idea of functionality, practicality, fluidity and sobriety to the space. They give a clean visual instead.

Project: Studio Eloy e Freitas

Ancient

Vintage decor focuses on retro style pieces. She leaves the room romantic and comfortable. Lampshades in this style give an intimate and differentiated look to the room.

Modern

Modern pieces seek to follow the most current fashion trends, thus offering several model possibilities. They can therefore meet the most diverse tastes and adapt to different decoration styles. Depending on your client’s tastes, the piece can add different attributes to the environment.

Project: Marina Linhares

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Purpose of the piece

To know how to choose the perfect lampshade for a bedroom, it is important to define what will be its use — after all, in addition to being ornamental pieces, they also serve to illuminate.

If your client usually reads in bed and needs a lamp for that, hinged pieces with an opaque shade are ideal. With them, it will have targeted lighting, being able to direct the light towards the book without disturbing anyone in the room.

Project: Maicon Antoniolli

If the objective is to bring a bright point to the space, in order to break with the darkness when the main lighting is off, you can choose translucent dome models. They will allow light to spread throughout the room, providing softer lighting.

Height of the lamp in the bedroom

Observing the size of the room is essential to creating a comfortable, intimate and beautiful environment.

Tall lampshades should be used in larger spaces to help diffuse light better. However, those that are too high can bother those in bed, as the focus can reach the eyes. These are therefore often not the most recommended models for bedrooms, especially when they are shared.

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Smaller ones add grace to the small room, making it more charming and proportionate. They must compose the decoration providing soft support to the main lighting.

Project: Juliana Pippi

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Room size

The size of the room directly influences the choice of the ideal lampshade. A larger room allows for the use of large lampshades, which enhance the grandeur and elegance of the decor. Smaller rooms, on the other hand, require cleaner parts, with a simpler design, in order to optimize space with good taste, comfort and practicality.

Project: Marília Veiga

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Light color

The color of light is capable of offering the most diverse sensations and effects to the environment. For bedrooms, in general, the objective is to create a climate of comfort and serenity, so that the body is prepared for rest at the end of the day.

Therefore, the ideal is to use a warm yellow lamp for the central lighting of the room, as it will help to provide feeling of comfort. As for the lampshade, the choice of color will be based on its function in the environment.

If we talk about a reading lamp, it is recommended to use cool white bulbs, as they guarantee greater visual comfort while the person reads. On the other hand, if the idea is just to have a bright point in the room to avoid darkness, opt for lamps in warm colors like yellow.

All details matter when decorating and it would be no different when choosing which lamp to include in the bedroom design. After including the perfect piece, you’ll see how rewarding it is to be able to imprint your client’s personality and beauty into the environment.

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