Wall-ceiling lamps

Competent interior decoration with wall and ceiling lamps allows not only solving the lighting problem, but also correctly placing accents, making the room unique and interesting. There are a lot of types of these devices, they differ not only in the material of manufacture, but also in design, so you can easily pick them up for any room.

Wall-ceiling structures significantly expand the possibilities of lighting equipment for the home. Among the advantages are:

• can be used both indoors and outdoors, including in production;
• mounted both on the wall and on the ceiling.
• a variety of forms, types and materials of manufacture;
• can be used with all lamps.

Thanks to these products, you can effectively zone the room, highlight certain nuances or decor. Lighting with the help of wall-ceiling structures is more interesting, as well as multifunctional, since you can make it more intense, or vice versa, dim. Some models fit perfectly into stretch ceilings.

These modern products have a wide range of applications. This is possible due to the variety of types of wall and ceiling structures. They are outdoor (waterproof), household (decorative), industrial.

• Street fixtures nOften installed in front of the entrance to the premises, fixing it above the front door. They are also used to decorate gazebos and terraces. Thanks to the waterproof housing, they are not afraid of environmental influences and work smoothly.
• Decorative or household lamps are designed to illuminate the interior of an apartment or house. They differ in variety and ease of installation.
• Manufacturing wall-ceiling luminaires are often used when installing emergency equipment. Hazardous areas and emergency exits are equipped with such structures.

Also, products differ in the nature of lighting - diffuse or point, which simplifies the selection.

Any light source can be used in wall-ceiling structures. The following types of lamps can be installed in them:

• Halogen. Its inner chamber is filled with a buffer gas, which prolongs the product's life. It is about 2000-4000 hours.
• Light-emitting diode (LED). The most modern light sources. They are economical, as they consume little electricity, and are also safe for humans and nature, as they do not contain harmful impurities.

• Incandescent. The first light sources invented in 1840. They work by heating a tungsten filament with an electric current, enclosed in a vacuum glass flask. Service life - up to 1000 hours.
• Luminescent. This is a gas-discharge light source. The principle of operation is based on the interaction of mercury vapor with a phosphor. If the glass bulb is damaged, it poses a threat to humans and the environment. Subject to special disposal, do not dispose of in household waste containers.

Most manufacturers of wall / ceiling luminaires recommend the use of modern lamps - halogen or LED.

The models of these luminaires are very similar in design. They consist of a socket, a light bulb, a shade, a holding mechanism and an overlay. Some products are equipped with a switch on the body, others have a control panel. Round, square and flat wall-ceiling lamps are:

• built-in;
• suspended;
• invoices.

The former are used to install lighting in suspended or suspended ceilings. They are used in offices, shops and residential premises. The advantage of the design is that all the internal parts of the lamp are hidden, only the external shade is visible.

Suspended models are suspended from the ceiling using special fasteners. They are used to create decorative effects in a room, as well as to illuminate a separate area. For most products, the angle of inclination and the height of the lamps can be adjusted.

Surface mounted luminaires are versatile. They can be attached to any surface. Diffusers are of 2 types - mirror and plastic.

Wall-ceiling lamps are made from various raw materials. Shades are usually made of plastic or glass and decorated with wood or metal inserts. Modern plastic models are highly durable, the material does not fade and does not lose its light transmittance.

It is impossible to say unequivocally which is better - glass or plastic, wood or metal. If the product is of high quality, then no matter what material it is made of, it will last a long time.

Modern wall and ceiling luminaires are available in various solutions. The color palette ranges from pure white to deep black models. Recently, products made or imitating natural materials such as granite, marble, wood have become popular. Models in wenge color are perfectly combined with classic interiors.

It is preferable to choose bright plafonds, if necessary, to highlight, to emphasize the area in which the lamp is located. They look good when paired.

Design solutions for indoor lighting are very diverse. Depending on the style of the interior of an apartment or office, the models of lamps are strikingly different. You can easily pick up models made in the following solutions:

• High tech. Contemporary style with metallic and mirrored surfaces. The luminaires are characterized by a laconic, minimalistic design. Modern materials and technical innovations are widely used.
• Classic. For interiors in this style, lamps are made of expensive (eco) materials: wood, metal with various spraying, stone.
• Fusion. Modern style, characterized by brightness and ornate forms and "a combination of incongruous." Plastic lamps of bright colors with various lighting effects are widely used.

• Empire style. It is characterized by chic interior solutions. Wall-ceiling lamps can be glass, wood and metal. The most commonly used shades of shades are white, milky beige, gray.
• Modern. A distinctive feature is the absence of sharp corners and sharp contrasts.

Lamps for wall-mounted ceiling placement are made by many manufacturers. The market leaders are:

• Globo. An Austrian company, one of the top 5 most popular manufacturers of lighting fixtures. Distinguishes from competitors high quality, variety of shapes and models. Globo engineers and designers are constantly on the lookout, actively using innovations.
• Eglo Leuchten. The oldest (opened in 1968) Austrian company. It has over 50 offices around the world. Every year the company introduces about 200 new models of lighting equipment to the market. Produces wall and ceiling luminaires with non-standard cartridge sizes.

• Massive. Belgian company offering more than 7000 different types of lighting products. There is a range specially designed for the design of bathrooms and bedrooms.
• Sonex. A Russian company that has conquered not only the local but also the global market. Among the advantages is the wealth of materials of manufacture. Used plastic, metal, glass, bronze, wood and gilding.

When choosing wall and ceiling lamps for your home, you should first consider the most popular brands.

Wall and ceiling lighting structures can be used to decorate children's rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, as well as street lighting. For each of these premises, it is important to observe its own nuances. For example, in the bathroom, waterproof models with spot lighting are usually used. In the classic version, the lamps are located around the mirror, framing it.

For living rooms, multi-level lighting is often used, combining wall and ceiling elements. This approach allows you to create interesting lighting that can be conveniently controlled with a remote control or dimmer.

The bedrooms are usually dominated by muted tones, conducive to relaxation. For lighting, matte shades are often used, placing them on the ceiling or walls.

Many models have been developed for children's rooms that meet all safety rules.

• Bedroom - a special place where a person spends about a third of his life, so the lighting in it is a very important detail. In modern interior styles, they gradually abandon the usual chandeliers, actively replacing them with wall and ceiling lamps.

• In the living room both diffuse, dimmed light sources and point models that give bright light are actively used.

• In the children's room wall-ceiling lamps fulfill not only their main role. A variety of bright designs allows you to decorate any nursery, highlighting the individuality favorably with bright models.

Wall and ceiling lamps are one of the most modern, stylish and convenient options for lighting a room. They are safe, versatile and can make any interior unique.

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