Sconce on flexible leg

The role of lighting in the interior is not so small as it may seem at first glance. In addition to its main function, allowing anyone in the dark to do ordinary things, properly selected lighting allows you to achieve the desired effect in the interior.

Today there is a wide range of lighting fixtures, with which you can give any interior a unique look. A special role in lighting is played by wall lamps, namely sconces on a flexible leg.

Benefits

Equipping the interior sconces on a flexible leg allows you to solve many of the most diverse tasks.

Not all rooms have the opportunity to hang a chandelier. In a room with low ceilings and a small area, the chandelier will shine too brightly, and the floor lamp will take up some space, and therefore a wall lamp in this case will be the only right decision.

Due to the flexibility of the design, this lighting device does an excellent job with the function of a desk lamp. Reading books and magazines in bed will be as comfortable as possible, especially for those who wear glasses or contact lenses.

Bedside sconces on a flexible leg do an excellent job with lighting at night, there is no particular need to turn on the ceiling light if you wake up in the middle of the night to go to the kitchen or to the toilet.

With the help of such a sconce you can highlight the necessary piece of furniture (mirror or picture), as well as focus on the original details.

With this universal light fixture, you can visually zone a space. The pairwise arrangement near the dressing table will allow to highlight the boudoir area. In addition, the placement near the mirror will visually expand the space.

Do not forget that the muffled light emanating from the sconces is involved in creating a warm and homely atmosphere. In addition, this lighting device is undoubtedly a great decoration. With it, you can decorate any wall.

This lighting fixture is a universal piece of furniture, and therefore it can be used in any room.In the bedroom, living room, kitchen and even a children's room, a wall lamp with a bending foot will not only decorate the interior, but will also solve certain tasks.

And of course, an important advantage of bras are its dimensions. Compact lighting fixture allows you to efficiently use the free space, because it practically does not take place, as opposed to a floor lamp or table lamp.

Kinds

Currently, there are several types of such sconces. They differ in shape, style, method of attachment, purpose, as well as the type of switches.

Depending on the method of attachment, there are two types of sconces. Surface lighting devices are mounted close to the wall, so that the light emanating from them is reflected from the surface. Another type of this device is attached to the wall with a bracket, and the ceiling lamps are placed on a common base.

Sconces are divided into open and closed. Open lights are characterized by the absence of ceiling lamps. As a rule, the bulbs in such devices are equipped with a diffuser and have a decorative appearance. Closed sconces are equipped with shades, having a different shape.There are models in which the ceiling lamps do not completely cover the lamp and have the appearance of a hemisphere, the upper part of them remains open.

Depending on the shape of these lighting devices can have a diverse look. Geometric shapes, flowers, lanterns, candelabra, candles and other types are produced by manufacturers.

Any wall lighting device is equipped with a switch. Depending on the location and form of this element, there are models with a keypad, a button and a combination switch, where the button is located on the instrument's wire and the key is on the bottom of the sconce.

In addition, there are sconces in which the switch is mounted in the design and in order to turn on or turn off the lighting device, it is necessary to pull the cord (rope, chain).

More modern models are equipped with a touch switch. Such devices have a touch indicator, which is built, as a rule, into the body of the model and starts at the touch of a hand.

Construction and materials

Structurally, a wall lamp with a flexible holder consists of a body, a flexible leg, a diffuser or reflector, a switch and a light bulb.

In the case of the illuminant electrical elements are located. The bendable leg is an important element of the design, with its help you can not only correct the direction of light, but also create the necessary angle of illumination. The leg is connected at one end to the device body, and at the other end is a cartridge into which the light bulb is screwed.

Ceiling lamps can be used as a light diffuser or it is reflected from the surface. Thanks to the diffuser, the light flux is evenly distributed or reflected. The decorative effect created with the help of a diffuser gives the interior of any room an original look. In some models, an electric lamp bulb with a matte surface is used as a diffuser.

In modern models, as a rule, energy-saving types of lamps are used. Most often, these are LED models, since they practically do not heat the surrounding materials and have a rather long service life.

Most often these lighting devices are made of metal and glass. The main quality that combines both materials is versatility.Thanks to it, they can take a variety of forms, as well as being the safest for health.

Of metalAs a rule, the body is made (in some models it is also the cover). Various alloys are used as materials (brass, bronze).

Ceiling lamps are most often manufactured. from glass with a matte or transparent surface, decorated in some models with a variety of patterns and patterns. Glass ceiling diffuse light perfectly, thereby creating favorable conditions for the eyes.

Some models can be made from plastic. They cost less, but, unfortunately, have a not very aesthetic appearance. Less commonly used as a material treeAs a rule, it is combined with metal. Such materials as crystal of various grades, porcelain, alabaster, artificial leather, fabric and even precious stones are used as decoration.

Options in the interior

A sconce, being a universal source of light, can be installed in any room, the main thing is to choose a suitable place for its location.

Most often, this lighting device is installed in the bedroom.This light fixture is great for the bedroom, because thanks to its diffused light, a comfortable and cozy atmosphere is created, which disposes to a quiet rest after a busy day. As a rule, it is installed either in the bed area or in the dressing table area.

In the area of ​​the bed sconces are placed in the amount of two pieces and set them symmetrically on both sides. With this placement, you can not only read a book and look through a magazine, but also do needlework. In the area of ​​the dressing table, a wall lamp is set slightly above eye level, the number of appliances depends on the preference of the owners.

For children's room, sconces are a great option. You can install it near the bed or near the training table. A lamp near the bed can be used as a night light, and the device located in the table area, as a rule, plays the role of a desk lamp.

It is very convenient to use this lighting device in the kitchen. Installation location may be different. Illuminated working area is the best option for placing sconces. Thanks to the flexible leg you can light up any corner of the desktop.

You can install this device in the bathroom.As a rule, it is placed near the mirror, maintaining a certain distance. The larger the mirror and the sconce, the further the lighting device should be located from the mirror. You can install one or two devices, placing them on both sides of the mirror surface. If desired, paired lamps are installed above the mirror surface.

In the corridor, wall lamps are installed along the wall panel. This arrangement will not only highlight the dark corridor, but also decorate the wall. In the hallway sconces, as a rule, installed near the mirror.

Tips for choosing

When choosing sconces on a flexible stem, you need to pay attention to some nuances. First of all, you need to take into account the purpose and style of the room in which the lighting fixture is selected.

For the bathroom is better to choose a product that is resistant to moisture. As a rule, such models are made of stainless steel with a corrosion-resistant coating. Ceiling lamps in these models should be of a closed type, and light bulbs are better to use energy-saving and appropriate power.

For other rooms, you need to select a model that matches the style of the room.It is not difficult to make it, as today quite a lot of models are made, made in different styles. The model for the nursery should be made of safe materials, since when heated, some chemicals can evaporate.

When buying, you need to pay attention to the switches. It is better to give preference to a model with a touch switch. It is very convenient to use it, one touch of the hand - and the sconce is included.

Choosing this or that model, you need to ask if it has a dimmer. This function is very convenient, with its help you can dim the bright light. For such models it is necessary to purchase special energy-saving lamps with a dimmer.

In order for this lighting fixture to harmoniously look on the wall, you need to take care of its location in advance. Even at the finishing stage, they preliminarily think through the hidden arrangement of the wires.

Next, see a review of the popular modern sconces on a flexible leg.

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