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The light in your home can have a dramatic impact on how you feel and how well you can get things done. Too much can be overbearing, and too little makes things a challenge. Installations such as skylights and new windows might help. So, here are some valuable suggestions.
Now, before you go spending too much money, it could just be a case of managing light with simple methods. Your home’s windows might be fine, or even new. So some simple window dressings will allow you to control the light and give the windows a little makeover too! Online stores like Sewing House offer superb UK made Roman blinds that can be at your house in no time. All you need to do is look for what you want, provide measurements and order.
How About a Trendy Skylight
The power of the sun through a hole in your roof! Skylights are a trendy way to flood your home with natural light these days. Which is good because UV rays are antibacterial! This is why skylights are popular for modern open-plan kitchens. However, skylights will also provide all-day sunlight, meaning your home will be filled with the stunning hues of morning, noon, and dusk. As a bonus, the amount of light a skylight lets in means you don’t need to use more energy!
Control Light in Your Home with LEDs
Where would we be without LEDs? LEDs are wonderful for creating the light you want or need. Almost 50% of UK homes use LED lighting either indoors, or outdoors at patio decoration. You can use LEDs as a main light because they are so powerful. But they are mainly used for accent lighting and layering light. Additionally, they are cheap, last a long time and easy to install. Advanced LED lighting devices also work with smartphones and hubs for even greater control.
A Window Upgrade Will do the Trick
Windows aren’t built to last. Even high-quality windows get past their best after around 25 years. When older windows begin to degrade, they can let air in your home, causing drafts. They will also become more susceptible to condensation, and some will become mouldy. The panes will also become less efficient at letting light inside and will reduce the cold they keep out and the heat they keep in. New windows are an expensive investment, but the cost is well worth it!
Open-Plan Design (No Smoke) and Mirrors
We know today that a spacious and sunlit home is one of the best ways to improve how we feel. However, not all homes are designed around wellness and wellbeing. This is especially true of older homes like terraced houses in the UK. So what can you do? It is becoming popular to really open up the space in your home. Just one wall being knocked down for an open-plan living/diner can fill a home with light. Using mirrors for more light also helps it bounce around.
Summary
It may be as simple as ordering new window dressings like blinds and curtains to better control the light in your home. Artificial light using LEDs can work wonders both aesthetically and in practical terms. An open-plan renovation will also ensure light bounces around the space!