Plafonds have been used to decorate chandeliers and lamps for a very long time and do not lose their relevance. Over time, only the materials from which they are made change, design styles, product shapes. The ceiling for the luminaire performs not only decorative functions, but also solves some of the practical tasks of creating comfortable lighting.
Types of shades
Plafonds can be divided into products for ceiling lights, for wall models and universal plafonds, suitable for all types of chandeliers, lampshades and other lighting fixtures. The most famous material used to make shades is glass. At the same time there are shades made of plastic, eco-leather, metal. A large selection of models allows you to enter the ceiling for the lamp in any, even the most original interior.
In addition to materials, a variety of shapes are currently produced ceiling. Ball - for lamps located in a small room. The plafonds are square in shape, almost flat, ideal for decorating a ceiling lamp decorating a room in a minimalist style. For connoisseurs of the classic interior, flower-shaped models decorated with dusting are suitable.
Interior light
When choosing a ceiling for a lamp, you must first focus on how the purchased model will be in harmony with the interior of the room. Do not forget about the functionality that shades should carry. For ceiling lights, you can choose models of a larger size and bizarre shape than for wall lamps. Wall lights are best decorated with neat little shades. The exception is large rooms, decorated, for example, in the Venetian style. To make the ceiling fit into such an interior, you can choose a model of an unusual shape, decorated with painting or metal figured framing.
Color and shape of shades
Using colored glass shades, you can create unusual lighting in the room. A red or orange shade allows you to get cozy lighting in warm reddish hues. The shade of bright yellow color even on a rainy autumn day will create a sunny summer mood due to bright lighting. The greenish glow that comes from using green shades calms and gives strength.
If the glass from which the lampshade is made is opaque, then the light in the room will be soft, diffused. Such lighting is suitable for the bedroom. Unusual games of light and shadows create several shades with different light transmission.
An important role is played by the shape of the ceiling and its orientation. Diffusers expanding upward, which are directed to the ceiling, create less intense and quiet lighting. Elongated plafonds, directed vertically downward, will spotlight a specific space, beyond which the lighting will be less pronounced. These shades are perfect for rooms with different areas. The working area can be distinguished by bright lighting, and the recreation area will harmoniously look in a small shadow.