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5 Simple DIY Lights to Add Character to your Home

My lighting top tips:

  • Be creative. If you need a lamp but like the look of a ceiling light then improvise; turn it into a lamp. Even chandeliers can sit beautifully on a sideboard – nothing is too bizarre as far as I’m concerned!

  • Play with what you have available. Think about how you can use existing features and accentuate them with lighting. For example, add LED lighting strips on beams or in alcoves.

  • Make sure your bulbs comply. If you have a dimmer switch installed then check that the bulbs you have are dimmable, otherwise they can cause damage to the lamp or circuit.

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