Primary task
Define navigation, reading, care, screen viewing, work, or decorative use.
Start with the space
Lighting by Room
Room-first planning for bedrooms, nurseries, hallways, bathrooms, stairs, living rooms, gaming rooms, dorms, home offices, and TV areas.
Decision framework
What changes the answer
Use these factors before comparing finishes, effects, or retailer listings.
People and movement
Include children, older adults, pets, roommates, and approach paths.
Room surfaces
Paint, mirrors, screens, floors, and textiles shape light.
Installation limits
Map outlets, rental rules, moisture, ventilation, and professional work.
Before a product shortlist
Verification checklist
- Verify the exact model, power requirements, intended location, warnings, and current seller.
- Treat certification as claimed until the exact product record is matched with the issuing body.
- Search the CPSC recall database and record the date; a no-match result is not a safety guarantee.
- Stop use if the product becomes unusually hot, damaged, discolored, loose, or electrically unstable.