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Mood Lighting
Influence the ambiance with GE Energy Smart® Bulbs.
It's no secret that lighting can make or break the ambiance of a room. Now that there are GE Energy Smart® bulbs of most household fixtures, you can create any mood you desire and still get the money and energy savings you crave.
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In addition to the style and fixture, the light produced by a bulb can affect the mood of a room. GE offers Energy Smart® bulbs in both warm, soft white and cool, natural daylight. |
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Tips to create a welcoming mood.
- Outside, keep a well-lit walkway. This directs visitors to the entrance and makes them feel at ease.
- Inside, layer the light. Use more than one source to avoid overpowering silhouettes.
- Gentle ambient illumination makes people feel comfortable. For added relaxation, illuminate the walls and the ceiling to avoid menacing shadows.
- Utilize accent lighting to showcase an interesting object. This arouses guests' anticipation of the rest of the house, urging them forward.
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To create a welcoming mood, try these GE Energy Smart® bulbs:
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Tips to create a cozy mood.
- Highlight the seating area with ambient lighting, and focus track lights on centerpieces. This draws the eye to the central glow.
- Incorporate lamps for reading. A reading lamp should be tall enough to shine onto the pages of the book, but not into the reader's eyes. A floor lamp positioned behind the reader is ideal.
- Torchieres around a fireplace or four wall sconces create a warm glow. A working fireplace adds to the feeling of comfort.
- Light pictures from above using a ceiling spotlight.
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To create a cozy mood, try these GE Energy Smart® bulbs:
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Tips to create a creative mood.
- Layer lighting to accommodate for all room activities.
- Lighting for writing, reading or other hobbies should be positioned so that it shines down onto the work. Rise and fall pendants are an attractive option.
- Crisp, white light is energizing and should be used for task lighting.
- Warm colors like yellow, orange and red stimulate concentration and alleviate tiredness to incite creativity.
- Complete the décor with interesting art or paintings for creative inspiration.
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To create a creative mood, try these GE Energy Smart® bulbs:
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Tips to create a peaceful mood.
- All-white décor is space-enhancing and creates a serene feeling.
- Limestone, mosaic tile, mirrors and frosted glass are all light reflective to enhance the feeling of tranquility.
- Soft ambient lighting has a relaxing effect.
- Cool accent colors of light like green, indigo and blue have a calm, soothing effect that combats stress.
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To create a peaceful mood, try these GE Energy Smart® bulbs:
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Tips to create a motivated mood.
- Use bright ambient lighting along with focused task lighting for countertops and prep areas.
- Recessed strip lighting is useful for providing countertop light.
- Under-the-counter lighting makes great task illumination in kitchens.
- Multi-bulb fixtures make the room brighter for seeing detail.
- Use light to create the illusion of separate spaces, such as the gathering area and the working area.
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To create a motivated mood, try these GE Energy Smart® bulbs:
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Tips to create a dramatic mood.
- Uplights positioned below large plants create striking leaf patterns on the walls and ceiling.
- A narrow-beam downlight can be used to illuminate a single vase or piece of art. The lower part of the object remains in shade, creating an extraordinary floating effect.
- Wall-mounted sconces, wallwashers or tall floor lamps will reveal details of intriguing architecture.
- Fixtures that allow more than one bulb are best for dramatic lighting, such as showcasing artwork.
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To create a dramatic mood, try these GE Energy Smart® bulbs:
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Tips to create a intimate mood.
- Avoid overhead lighting—it can cause a harsh glare.
- Dimmer switches add versatility to any light fixture.
- Lots of lamps create a comfortable glow; use shades with warm or dark colors.
- Make the ceiling look lower by placing wall lights fairly low and using fixtures with closed tops.
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To create a intimate mood, try these GE Energy Smart® bulbs:
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