Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I choose lighting for a room?
  A lighting buying guide helps you match fixtures to the room's size, purpose, and layers of light.

  • Consider the room's size and ceiling height when scaling fixtures.
  • Plan for layers: ambient, task, and accent lighting.
  • Match finishes and styles to the room's overall look.

  Start with how the room is used, then layer lighting to suit those activities.
• What are the different types of lighting?
  Lighting generally falls into a few roles that work together in a room.

  • Ambient lighting provides overall illumination.
  • Task lighting focuses light where you work or read.
  • Accent lighting highlights features or adds mood.

  A well-lit room usually combines all three rather than relying on one.
• How big should a light fixture be for my space?
  Fixture scale should suit the room and the surface or area it lights.

  Consider the room's dimensions and the height at which the fixture hangs so it feels proportional.
• How do I match lighting finishes to my decor?
  Lighting finishes are an easy way to tie a room's fixtures and hardware together.

  Choose finishes that complement existing hardware and metals in the space for a cohesive look.
• Where should task lighting go?
  Task lighting belongs where focused activities happen.

  • Over kitchen counters and islands for food prep.
  • At desks and reading spots for close work.
  • By bathroom mirrors for grooming.

  Place it close to the activity so light falls where it's needed.