Many people prefer to install at home not only chandeliers, but also wall lamps. When installing a sconce, the following criteria must be taken into account: safety, ease of use and aesthetic appearance. However, not everyone knows where it is better to install them. But still there are several rules that allow you to determine at what height to hang sconces over the bed. About them and is described in the article.
Sconce functions
It is necessary to choose a lamp depending on the following functions:
- Local lighting. To provide local lighting, sconces are used as an addition to the main source. Usually fixtures are mounted for reading books, lighting interior items. You can choose two identical devices that are placed above the bed at the same distance.
- Creating a specific atmosphere. Lamps are able to give a solemn appearance, create an intimate atmosphere. In this case, the sconce must be chosen according to the style of the chandelier. Usually buy lamps from the same collection.
- The main source of lighting. In small rooms, the chandelier may look bulky, so it is advisable to choose a wall sconce. He will be the main and only source of light.
- Decor element. Sometimes the main function of a sconce is the decoration of the room. Then it must be selected according to the style of the room or used as a bright accessory.
- Zoning. The use of such lamps allows you to divide the space into zones for relaxation, work or reading books.
When choosing a sconce, the number of lamps must be taken into account. If the wall lamp will be the only source of lighting, it is better to choose a multi-track chandelier. Lamps with one lampshade are used for small rooms or used with other devices - sconces, lamps, floor lamps, spots.
Standard norms
At what height do sconces hang over the bed in the bedroom? There is no exact answer to this question, since it depends on the location and purpose of the device. Typically, such lamps are placed:
- above the bed;
- in the corridor;
- near the mirrors.
At what height is it better to hang a sconce over the bed? It should be such that a person lying down could easily reach the switch. Since such devices are usually used for reading, it is important that they cover books, magazines, and newspapers well. Usually above the bed, lamps are placed at a height of 1.5 meters from the floor.
The height of the ceilings also matters. If it is more than 3 meters, then the distance from the device to the floor should be more than two meters. Then the sconce will organically look in the interior, as well as provide high-quality lighting.
If the wall-mounted device will be installed near the mirror, then it must be fixed so that it illuminates not the mirror surface, but the person standing in front of it. Since mirrors are usually at eye level, the installation height of the sconces can be no more than 2 meters from the floor.
Types of fixtures
The sconce makes the room cozy and comfortable. Usually it is fixed to the wall, the light from the device can be point and diffused. Above the bed, such a device looks especially beautiful, although it is suitable for other cases. Lamps are able not only to illuminate the room, but also to highlight the necessary interior item with rays of light.
For the bedroom, the following appliances are used:
- wall lights above the bed;
- sconces that are placed on the bedside table;
- lamps built into the niche of the bed;
- pendant lamps.
The first type is the most common. These sconces do not attract attention; they are usually chosen to match the walls. If desired, you can make the lamp the main piece of furniture. To do this, it is placed in the center above the bed. To focus on the sconce, more massive lamps are chosen, the main thing is not to overdo it. When choosing any appliance, one must rely on the style in which the bedroom is made.
Built-in lights are usually not easy to read, because with them the light is diffused and dim. They need to be used as decorative lighting, for example, if there is a painting on the wall. Pendant lamps are now in demand. There are models with adjustable height. When choosing, you need to pay attention to the material. If you want to buy an aesthetic option, then you should pay attention to products made of wood or plastic.
Height determination
At what height do the sconces hang over the bed in the bedroom? At first glance, this task seems simple. There are no specific requirements for the placement of the lamp, but this parameter is determined on the basis of ergonomics and rationality.
When choosing at what height to hang the sconces over the bed, it is important to consider the following aspects:
- Lighting needs to be comfortable to read.
- Lighting should not be very bright, since the lamp is placed in the bedside zone.
- It is important that the lamp turns on and off easily.
- Light on the one hand should not disturb a sleeping person.
The lamp must be installed so that the light does not get into the eyes. At what level do you hang the sconce over the bed? It is advisable to place it 1.4-1.8 meters from the floor. But we must also take into account the height of the bed and the bollards that are near it.
Near the dressing table
Near the table, the device should be located above the mirror or on the sides of it. Light should fall on a person, and not be reflected in him. In a sconce near the dressing table, it is better to install incandescent lamps (matte), since halogen or LED give a yellowish light. You should not install fluorescent ones - the color perception is distorted with them, so the makeup will turn out strange.
If it was decided to install the lamp above the mirror, the installation height is determined by its dimensions. The light source should be above the head of a person sitting at the table. During installation of the sconce on the sides of the mirror, the height will depend on their number. If 1-2 lamps are mounted, it is better that the lamps are above eye level. And if there are 2 or 3 devices on each side, then it is necessary to select so that the light does not “cut” the eyes.
Hang lamp: tips
It is important to know not only at what height the sconces are hung above the bed, but also how to do it correctly. Each owner will be able to perform this work if at least once had to use a screwdriver.
This will require:
- level;
- screwdrivers;
- insulating tape;
- drill;
- dowels;
- wood screws.
When places for future fixtures are marked, and the wiring is wired into the wall, two wires will remain sticking out of the wall: the "phase" and "zero" coming from the switch. If you consider the sconce, you can find two multi-colored wires on the back side. Included is a small metal bar with holes. It is attached to the wall.
Then this bar is applied to the wall in centimeter from the place where the wires stick out. It is necessary to arrange it vertically and mark with a pencil the places for holes for fasteners. Dowels are installed in the drilled holes.
After that, you can install the lamp itself. First, a metal bar is fixed. Before attaching the sconce, it is required to remove the insulating layer from the wires on the wall and in the lamp itself in order to connect them. It is preferable to perform the work with both hands, and since the device will be on weight all this time, it is advisable to call an assistant.
After fixing the bedside sconces on the wall, screw in the lights and check the operation of the lamp. If there are doubts about independent work, then you can contact a specialist.
In the nursery
At what height should a sconce be hung above a bed in a nursery? Lamps can be installed in this room. If the child is small, the parameters for determining the height are different. It is important that the baby cannot reach this appliance.
It is better to install a sconce in the nursery at a height that is 15–20 cm more than the height of the child, taking into account the outstretched arm. If the baby is older, then the device is placed so that during games it does not touch it. Often the lamp is placed at the head of the bed. Suitable height will be within 60-80 cm from the mattress.
In the living room
It is important to know not only at what height the sconces should be hung above the bed, but also the parameters of the living room. Lamps are usually installed to highlight a recreation area to get a cozy corner. Typically, appliances are hung over a sofa or chair. It is important that while sitting you can turn the lamp on and off.
At what height to hang the sconce over the bed depends on many parameters. The main thing is that the device should be placed in a safe and convenient place.