ARE YOU READY TO UPDATE LIGHT FIXTURES?
My dad habitually turns off light fixtures and lamps in every unoccupied room. I take the opposite approach and turn on lights as the sun sets over the mountains and rises in the pre-dawn.
Lamps are easier to update because they do not require a ladder or an electrician. But like paint colors and carpet light fixtures start to show their age. As a homeowner and a real estate advisor light fixtures can make a huge difference in an entry or over a dining room table. Keep reading for my suggestions on which ones to update.
Lighting can make a statement in a room, or hallway and brighten a north-facing room or lower-level bonus room. This is why real estate agents remind sellers to turn their lights on before a showing. orlisting photos.
Seller Tip: If you want to exclude your new Crate & Barrell chandelier remove it before the photographer shows up to photograph your home.
We decided to purchase new light fixtures during our kitchen remodel. We loved the wrought iron and wood accent light fixture we chose above the kitchen sink so much that we ordered an identical (larger) one for our two-story entryway.
When our electrician removed the original fixture he found a Nerf bullet inside the glass. We donated the light fixture and I kept the Nerf foam bullet.
We had a canned light above our sink before the remodel and no one ever commented on their love of our canned light.
Now the light above the sink receives more comments than our appliances or cabinets.
We ordered a metal open horizontal light fixture above our remodeled kitchen island.
The year before we purchased this light fixture for the kitchen dining area. We found it at Crate & Barrel and ordered it online. I loved the open feel of the chandelier above the kitchen table.
Finally, after we finished our kitchen and absorbed a few unintended expenses, we returned to our favorite lighting store in Denver to replace our Pottery Barn fixtures with something similar to our new additions. It turns out glass accessories show dust and fingerprints.
It’s similar enough but the sales rep recommended a circular-shaped light fixture to go above our large rectangle-shaped dining table.
BUYING TIPS
Our lighting consultant suggested we take the oversized fixtures home to confirm we like the size. We were so glad we did this because staring at 300 chandeliers in a showroom is overwhelming and cluttered our decision-making skills.
And when we navigated the countertop and corner sink to hold the oversized fixture we loved the size.
If it is not reasonable to take home a 50-pound chandelier ask for a box with similar dimensions. YOu may not be able to simulate the exact scale, but it is easier to get on a ladder with a cardboard box than a 50-pound glass chandelier.
If your budget does not allow for a Pretty Girl shopping Spree pick one “high impact” space to replace a dated fixture.
- Entry
- Kitchen Island
- Dining Room
- Kitchen table
We love our upgraded light fixtures. We purchased our lighting fixtures in stages to manage our design plans and costs.
The mixed-use of wood and metal light fixtures complimented our home beautifully. Thank you for stopping by today. If you have questions please email here.
And, Dad, I will always leave a light on for you.
So I’m guessing you’re not impressed with the fixture/ceiling fan look that we have. I don’t trust either one of us with anything having to do with plumbing or electricity.
I want to move into your house! Please show the new Dutch door!
These are all so beautiful! I think we should always upgrade builder’s lights!
Thank you Heather! Are things opening up? laura