A Home Where Stainless Steel and Teak Materials Harmonize | Mr. T's Home Installation Example
This time, we introduce Mr. T's home, which adopted CTSH LIGHT.'s pendant lights.
It is a home that leaves a strong impression with its stainless steel kitchen, wooden floors, and calmly colored furniture.
The "CIRCLE Chrome LONG E17" was adopted for the toilet, but after installation, the owner felt that the brightness of the light bulb was insufficient.
Lighting can sometimes have a different brightness than imagined when actually installed.
This time, along with Mr. T's wonderful home, we will also introduce how to choose the brightness of light bulbs.
An Open Home Where Stainless Steel and Teak Harmonize
What is impressive about Mr. T's home is the combination of the stainless steel kitchen and the interior that conveys the warmth of wood.
The kitchen has a clean design centered on stainless steel countertops and storage.
On the other hand, the living room is furnished with expressive pieces such as wooden sofas, cabinets, and rattan chairs.
Teak flooring with beautifully combined wood grains was adopted for the floor. It harmonizes with the white walls and houseplants, creating a space where you can enjoy the difference in materials.
The sharpness of metal and the softness of wood.
Even while combining contrasting materials, a sense of unity can be felt throughout the home.
Living and Dining Areas That Make Use of Furniture and Natural Light
Natural light enters the living room through large windows, and the white walls and wooden floors make the space look bright.
Wooden cabinets, sofas, and houseplants are arranged in a balanced way, creating a space where you can also enjoy the design of the furniture itself.
A round table and pendant light are placed in the dining area.
Against the linear design of the stainless steel kitchen, rounded furniture and lighting add a soft impression.
By considering not only the lighting but also the furniture, flooring, and light entering from the windows, the comfort of the entire home is created.
It Was Darker Than I Thought After Installing It
This time, the product adopted for Mr. T's toilet is the "CIRCLE Chrome LONG E17".
The long, slender chrome-finished pendant light blends well with the gray walls and wooden floors.
However, there were no downlights in the toilet, and the brightness was insufficient with only the originally included light bulb.
Therefore, they purchased a 40W-equivalent LED light bulb later.
As in this case, when illuminating a space with a single pendant light, the brightness of the light bulb becomes particularly important.
Even if you like the design and size, the actual brightness may not suit the usage environment.
When Choosing a Light Bulb, Check "Lumens" Rather Than "Wattage"
When choosing an LED light bulb, you want to check "lumens (lm)", which represents brightness.
Watts (W) is a unit that represents power consumption, and "40W equivalent" is a guideline for brightness equivalent to a conventional 40W incandescent bulb.
Even light bulbs with similar appearances differ in brightness and how the light spreads.
Especially when using a pendant light as the main light source in a toilet, entryway, or similar area, it is reassuring to check the following points.
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Are there other light sources such as downlights, footlights, or wall lights?
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Is the brightness of the light bulb (lumens) sufficient?
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Is the range and direction of the light appropriate?
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Does the replacement light bulb meet the specifications of the lighting fixture?
At CTSH LIGHT., we also recommend ensuring the necessary brightness with downlights, footlights, etc., and using pendant lights as an accent.
Summary
Mr. T's home is a home where the sharp texture of stainless steel and the warmth of wooden furniture and flooring harmonize beautifully.
From this installation example, you can see the importance of not only choosing interior materials but also checking the brightness of the lighting in advance.
"It Was Darker Than I Thought After Installing It"
To avoid such an experience, please consider not only the design of the lighting but also the installation location and the brightness of the light bulb.
Credit
Mr. T's Home
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Products Used
CIRCLE Chrome LONG E17
Recommendations from CTSH LIGHT.
・When illuminating with a single pendant light, check the required brightness in advance
・For light bulb brightness, refer not only to the wattage but also to lumens (lm)
・Consider a lighting plan suitable for the space, including combination with downlights
・When replacing a light bulb, always check the socket size and the fixture's compatibility conditions
