How to Choose Living Room Lighting
The living room is probably the most important room in the house. Therefore, it is important that you get the lighting correct. Depending on the style of lighting you go for whether it be traditional or modern, lighting is essential in the living room. We have provided some tips and ideas below when it comes to choosing the perfect set of lighting for your living room.
First lets start with the style of lighting you want, this may seem a lot at first by making such a big decision however, if you already decided on the style of the room then that’s a start, if not you can base the style of the room around the lights you are about to choose. Now, if you have already chosen your interior style for the living room then you can skip ahead to find the different styles of lighting we recommend for specific designs.
Here at Lighting R Us we suggest you start by choosing your ceiling light first as most ranges will have other light fixtures such as wall lights and table lamps based around the ceiling light. So really once you have chosen your ceiling light you are good to go as the rest of the fittings will follow. Carry on reading for ranges we recommend for specific styles.
Contemporary Living Room Lighting
If you are all about the here and now then contemporary design is the perfect style of lighting for your living room. We have unlimited amount of designs for contemporary style from glass table lamps to stunning features lights, to find the light of your dream click here to view our contemporary range.
Contemporary Ceiling Lights
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Där MER012 Mercury 1lt Pendant Vertical White LED
Där MER012 Mercury 1lt Pendant Vertical White LED
RRP: £82.80
NOW: £69.00The striking MERCURY 1lt Vertical White LED Pendant MER012 features a 30cm diameter ring, adding unique charm to interiors.
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Där JAM0539 Jamelia 5 Light Pendant Polished Chrome & Grey
Där JAM0539 Jamelia 5 Light Pendant Polished Chrome & Grey
RRP: £162.00
NOW: £135.00The understated Jamelia chandelier features polished chrome detailing; complete with a grey cotton shade and matching lining. Perfect for adding sophisticated style; available as a 5 or 3-light pendant.
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Där AMI012 Amiel 1 Light Pendant White & Antique Brass
Där AMI012 Amiel 1 Light Pendant White & Antique Brass
RRP: £95.00
The AMIEL one-light pendant is shown in a matte chalk white and antique brass finish. Fitted with black braided cable and an E27 lamp holder.
Contemporary Wall Lights
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Endon 69083 Harvey 1 Light Gold Wall Light with White Shade
Endon 69083 Harvey 1 Light Gold Wall Light with White Shade
RRP: £84.00
NOW: £58.80The Harvey wall light is finished in a brushed satin gold plate with a gold lined, vintage white, faux silk shade. Dimmable and suitable for use with LED lamps. Matching items also available
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Där GOB0712 Gobi Wall Light Marble Effect & Satin Brass LED
Där GOB0712 Gobi Wall Light Marble Effect & Satin Brass LED
RRP: £114.00
NOW: £95.00The exquisite Gobi GOB0712 wall light features a solid white marble plate with an adjustable spotlight, which is ideal for directing the light where you need it most. Finished in satin brass; this striking wall light is fantastic for hospitality and domestic use alike and will work wonderfully either side of a bed – from Dar lighting
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Där LID072 Liden 1 Light Wall Bracket White Polished Chrome
Där LID072 Liden 1 Light Wall Bracket White Polished Chrome
RRP: £66.00
NOW: £46.20LIDEN LID072 A clean wall light with a polished chrome rocker switch. The white gloss shades and chrome detailing offer a clean stripped down softer industrial look – from Dar lighting
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Contemporary Table Lamps
Där TEK4244 Teketa Table Lamp Base Only
Där TEK4244 Teketa Table Lamp Base Only
RRP: £79.00
Handmade in India, the Teketa table lamp features an angled stainless-steel base with a polished finish. Complete with a black braided cable. Please note, this is the lamp base only; shown with the HIL1239 faux silk drum shade in grey, available separately.
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Där ABI4203 Abilo Table Lamp Ceramic & Pink
Där ABI4203 Abilo Table Lamp Ceramic & Pink
RRP: £108.00
NOW: £75.60ABILO ABI4203 table lamp in Ceramic and Pink finish. Operated by in-line rocker switch on cable flex. Base only – shade sold separately. Light bulb sold separately – from Dar Lighting
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Där CIB422 Cibana Table Lamp Dual Source White Complete with Shade
Där CIB422 Cibana Table Lamp Dual Source White Complete with Shade
RRP: £150.00
NOW: £105.00CIBANA CIB422 – richly textured mouth blown glass illuminated from within. Wired with a braided cable and two individual switches it’s possible to light just the glass base for a beautiful and interesting ambient light or both the main and internal light can be used together for a brighter effect. Complete with a white faux satin silk shade – from Dar Lighting
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Industrial / Rustic Living Room Lighting
Industrial lighting is a quirky way of incorporating a sense of vintage and retro decor into your living room. From exposed bulbs with caged fittings to solid dome ceiling lights that create an authentic style then take a look at our industrial range by clicking here, we guarantee you will find the perfect lighting for your living room.
Industrial Ceiling Lights
Industville Brooklyn Dome Pendant – 8 Inch
Industville Brooklyn Dome Pendant – 8 Inch
RRP: £54.00 – £79.00
SKU: BR-DP8-CP | Small metal dome metal pendant shade in copper finish. Vintage industrial antique retro style metal lighting fixture, ideal for urban homes, modern loft conversion flats, bars, restaurants and hotels.
– Finish: Dark Pewter (Exterior) & Copper (Interior)
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– Material: Copper/Iron
– Ceiling rose in dark pewter and top quality fabric flex included – 1 meter / 39 inch – ready to be installed, installation needed, ceiling mount screws not included (longer Fabric flex can be bought separately and then rewired)
– Also available is Brooklyn Vintage 5 wire Pendant Light which can be used with all Brooklyn shades, simply purchase the shade only option.
– Bulb required: standard screw E27 – not included, max 40W. All of our suggested LED bulbs are compatible with the fittings- please see our range of Edison vintage bulbs
– Reproduction, designed to look vintage.
– The antiqued vintage finish of all Industville products is handmade and each item is original and unique and therefore may vary slightly in shade to those shown in the photographs.
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Där MID0122 Midi 1 Light Pendant Black Copper
Där MID0122 Midi 1 Light Pendant Black Copper
RRP: £33.60
NOW: £23.52MIDI – compact sized square wire worked pendant in matt black with a bright copper lamp holder for an E27 lamp (not supplied). This neat little pendant brings a touch of the industrial look yet remains fresh and contemporary in its styling. The MIDI range also contains a 3 light bar. Height adjustable on installation.
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Där ALA0675 Alana 6 Light Pendant Antique Brass
Där ALA0675 Alana 6 Light Pendant Antique Brass
RRP: £96.00
NOW: £67.20At almost 1m diameter with lamps and adjustable from 25-120cm in height the ALANA 6 Light pendant can make a great statement in rooms with both low and high ceiling. Pictured with our Rustika lamps (ordered separately) the look of this lamp can be changed by using different lamps such as oversized globes. Finished in an Antique Brass finish for an authentic industrial look. The black cloth covered cable can be adjusted on installation.
Industrial Wall Lights
Industville Brooklyn Dome Wall Light – 8 Inch Pewter
Industville Brooklyn Dome Wall Light – 8 Inch Pewter
RRP: £79.00
SKU: BR-DWL8-P | Small metal wall light sconce with dome shade. Vintage industrial antique retro style metal lighting fixture, ideal for urban homes, modern loft conversions, restaurants, bars and hotels.
– Finish of shade: Dark Pewter
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– Bulb required: standard screw E27 – not included, max 40W. All of our suggested LED bulbs are compatible with the fittings- please see our range of Vintage Edison Bulbs
– Wall mounting screws not included
– Suitable for internal use only
– Reproduction, designed to look vintage
– The antiqued vintage finish of all Industville products is handmade and each item is original and unique and therefore may vary slightly in shade to those shown in the photographs
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Där RAY0775 Ray 1 Light Wall Bracket Antique Brass Clear
Där RAY0775 Ray 1 Light Wall Bracket Antique Brass Clear
RRP: £54.00
NOW: £37.80The RAY RAY0775 range has a great feel combining antique brass metal work and lamp holders with matt black detail with clear glass shades that can showcase decorative light bulbs. It is equally at home in a vintage or modern setting – from Dar lighting
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Industville BR-WCWL6-P-CN-PH Wire Cage Wall Light
Industville BR-WCWL6-P-CN-PH Wire Cage Wall Light
RRP: £49.00
SKU: BR-WCWL6-P-CN-PH | Interior design is all about unique, original schemes that leave an impression on all those who see it. One way to ensure your guests have a fantastic experience is by choosing the Cage Light range from Industville. Each product has a diverse shape thanks to our handmade finish and spreads light evenly and efficiently around the space.
SHAPE: Cone
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FINISH: Pewter
HEIGHT X WIDTH X DEPTH: 26.5 cm x 16 cm x 24 cm
SHADE: Diameter: 16 cm / 6.3″, Height (no holder): 20 cm / 7.8″
HOLDER: Diameter: 6 cm / 2.5″, Height: 18 cm / 7.1″
ROSE: Diameter: 12 cm / 4.9″, Height: 2 cm / 0.8″
SHADE MATERIAL: Iron with a protective lacquer
HOLDER MATERIAL: Pewter finish – Brass material
SWITCH: The lights can be operated by both the flick switch or the main switch
Industrial Table Lamps
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Där TOW4122 Tower Table Lamp Black & Copper
Där TOW4122 Tower Table Lamp Black & Copper
RRP: £78.00
NOW: £65.00The TOWER table lamp features a graphic frame in matt black with copper detailing.
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Där TER4261 Terrace Table Lamp Antique Chrome
Där TER4261 Terrace Table Lamp Antique Chrome
RRP: £98.40
NOW: £68.88Nautically inspired, the TERRACE range is reminiscent of a traditional fisherman’s lamp. The 1lt Table Lamp boasts an antique chrome frame and caged, clear glass shade. The Floor Lamp is in line rocker switched and has black braided cable. Matching products are available; type TERRACE in the search box at the top of the screen to view the whole range.
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Lewis HOV1128 Hover Table Lamps
Lewis HOV1128 Hover Table Lamps
RRP: £63.60
NOW: £50.88Presented as a table lamp, HOV1128 Hover will brighten the living space with an abundance of stylish light and good looks. A high-polished chrome body combines with an inner mesh chrome and cubed outer glass to send light dancing around the room. There is a full range featuring Hover in a number of styles to suit a wide variety of tastes and requirements. Ideally suited to the dining room, living room or Champagne bar, the possibilities with Hover are endless in the hands of the design-minded.
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Traditional Living Room Lighting
Traditional lighting adds character and class to any living room, giving it an old-school warm and homely feel to it. The perfect design for your traditional living room includes a classic chandelier and antique brass wall lights click here to view our range.
Traditional Ceiling Lights
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Där BOS03 Boston 3 Light Semi Flush Antique Brass complete with Glass
Där BOS03 Boston 3 Light Semi Flush Antique Brass complete with Glass
RRP: £88.20
NOW: £61.74The BOSTON 3lt Semi Flush features opaque glass shades and antique brass frame. Matching products are available; type BOSTON in the search box at the top of the screen to view the whole range.
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Där LUT0475 Luther 4 Light Semi Flush complete with Crystal Glass Antique Brass
Där LUT0475 Luther 4 Light Semi Flush complete with Crystal Glass Antique Brass
RRP: £126.00
NOW: £88.20LUTHER 4lt Semi Flush fitting in antique brass with faceted crystal glass shades. Matching products are available; type LUTHER in the search box at the top of the screen to view the whole range.
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Där DOU0375 Doublet 3 Light Semi Flush Antique Brass complete with Alabaster Glass
Där DOU0375 Doublet 3 Light Semi Flush Antique Brass complete with Alabaster Glass
RRP: £150.00
NOW: £105.00The DOUBLET 3lt Semi Flush features opaque glass shades and antique brass frame. Matching products are available; type DOUBLET in the search box at the top of the screen to view the whole range.
Traditional Wall Lights
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Där BOS09 Boston Double Wall Bracket Antique Brass Switch
Där BOS09 Boston Double Wall Bracket Antique Brass Switch
RRP: £69.60
NOW: £48.72The BOSTON BOS09 Wall Light features opaque glass shades and antique brass frame. The wall light is pull cord switched – from Dar Lighting
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Där LUT0975 Luther Double Wall Bracket complete with Crystal Glass Antique Brass
Där LUT0975 Luther Double Wall Bracket complete with Crystal Glass Antique Brass
RRP: £60.00
NOW: £42.00LUTHER LUT0975 is a wonderful cascading spiral of 12 delicate crystal glass shades on a polished chrome ceiling plate. 12 x G9 lamps – from Dar lighting
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Där DOU09 Doublet Double Wall Bracket complete with Glass
Där DOU09 Doublet Double Wall Bracket complete with Glass
RRP: £83.40
NOW: £58.38The DOUBLET DOUB09 Wall Light features opaque glass shades and polished brass frame. The wall light is pull cord switched – from Dar Lighting
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Traditional Table Lamps
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Där BOS40 Boston Table Lamp Antique Brass
Där BOS40 Boston Table Lamp Antique Brass
RRP: £54.00
NOW: £37.80The BOSTON BOS40 Table Lamp features opaque glass shades and antique brass frame. The table lamp is inline rocker switched – from Dar Lighting
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Där LUT4175 Luther 1 Light Table Lamp complete with Crystal Glass Antique Brass
Där LUT4175 Luther 1 Light Table Lamp complete with Crystal Glass Antique Brass
RRP: £60.00
NOW: £42.00LUTHER 1 lt Table Lamp in antique brass with faceted crystal glass shades. The lamp is inline rocker switched. Matching products are available; type LUTHER in the search box at the top of the screen to view the whole range.
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Där BYB4075 Bybliss Table Lamp Antique Brass complete with BYB1135 Gold Shade
Där BYB4075 Bybliss Table Lamp Antique Brass complete with BYB1135 Gold Shade
RRP: £47.99
NOW: £33.59The BYBLISS BYB4075 Table Lamp has an antique brass base with open metal work decoration and gold shade – from Dar Lighting
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Lighting R Us Pinterest Board
If this post was not enough inspiration for you, we have a ton of different ideas on our related Pinterest board here.
In Summary
We hope this blog post has helped you find a style of lighting that will fit perfectly within the interior of your home. Leave a comment with the style of lighting you living room consists of.