{"id":6770,"date":"2022-08-24T10:12:44","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T10:12:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/?p=6770"},"modified":"2025-04-16T00:09:18","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T00:09:18","slug":"5-things-to-consider-when-choosing-lighting-for-a-nursery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/5-things-to-consider-when-choosing-lighting-for-a-nursery\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things to Consider When Choosing Lighting for a Nursery"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 style=\"text-align: center\">Children\u2019s Nursery Lighting Tips<\/h1>\n<p>We know a lot goes into preparing the perfect nursery for your little bundle of joy. No matter what furniture, rugs and toys you\u2019ve selected, the right lighting can make all the difference.<\/p>\n<p>Lighting fixtures are even more important in the nursery than in the rest of the house. Not only are these rooms used for many tasks, but a baby\u2019s eyes are undeveloped and much more sensitive to light, narrowing your options. Our design experts have five nursery lighting tips that will help make your nursery both more functional and inviting:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7359 size-full alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/nursery_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"274\" height=\"380\" \/> \u00a0<\/strong><strong>1) Safety First<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Safety is the more important than any other consideration. The last thing you want is for a nursery fan or table lamp to harm your newborn child. Avoid light fixtures that have a lot of small parts or exposed bulbs, especially if they could easily come loose. You should also avoid lights that generate high amounts of heat, which burn to the touch. We recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/products\/led-bulbs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LED bulbs<\/a> or CFL bulbs for both their low heat levels and efficiency. Finally, plug in a night light to provide a little visibility in the dark.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2) Keep Lights Soft and Inviting<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Harsh, bright lighting can easily make a baby feel uncomfortable and anxious, which will then cause the same feelings in their parents. Bright lights also increase the contrast between light and dark, which can lead to overstimulation and straining in young eyes. This is another reason to avoid halogen bulbs and fixtures with exposed bulbs. Bulbs with higher color temperatures, such as soft white and daylight, will be gentler on a newborn. Look for fixtures with good shades or diffusers to further soften the glow.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/bronze-single-square-switched-sconce\/229788\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6794\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/229788_zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/puffs-inch-led-pendant-white-et2-lighting\/P1517751\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6795\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P1517751_zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third last \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/kate-spade-new-york-bryce-flush-mount-pink-visual-comfort-signature\/P2482888\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P2482888zoom-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p><br class=\"clear\"\/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>3) Add Dimmers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/products\/dimmer-switches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dimmer switch<\/a> serves many purposes in a nursery. Lowering the light level can soothe a young child and help them wind down after a busy day, getting them into a bedtime mood. Dimmed lights are also great for late-night feedings and diaper changes, giving you enough light to deal with the business at hand without jarring the child awake. Finally, dimmers prevent the room from becoming overly bright when there\u2019s some natural light shining in.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6785\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_474366856-2-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>4) Layer the Light<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Accent lights and task lights complement soft overheads, while providing extra visibility when you need it. With a lamp nearby, you\u2019ll be able to see when changing a diaper, reading a bedtime story or cleaning up a mess. Add desk lamps and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/products\/led-table-lamps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">table lamps<\/a> around the room for the times when a single ambient light isn\u2019t enough. Be careful with floor lamps, though \u2014 when a youngster starts crawling, these could topple to the floor and cause disaster.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/joss-table-lamp-smoke-luster-glass-arteriors-home\/P1399115\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P1399115zoom-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/robert-abbey-small-triple-gourd-table-lamp\/P1016851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6791\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P1016851_zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third last \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/table-lamp-white-shades-pastel-pink-finish\/P1239575\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6792\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P1239575_zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p><br class=\"clear\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>5) Install a Ceiling Fan or Light and Fan Combo<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Installing a ceiling fan in a nursery has some real advantages, with or without an integrated light. By circulating more air, fans keep a baby cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The noise and motion of a ceiling fan are also soothing for many newborns. You can also provide visual stimulation by getting different colored blades or hanging an ornament. Destination Lighting will help you find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/products\/indoor-ceiling-fans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best ceiling fan for a nursery<\/a> \u2014 just call or use our live chat to speak to one of our ALA-certified experts.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Whimsical Ceiling Fans for the Nursery <\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/cranbrook-52-inch-low-profile-fan-mint-hunter-fan-company\/P1537764\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6779\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P1537764_zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/hunter-fan-company-pacer-blush-pink-led-ceiling-fan-light\/P2427161\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P2427161_zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div class=\"one_third last \" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/item\/traditional-concept-52-inch-led-hugger-fan-white-light-cap\/P1926735\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6781\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/P1926735_zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p><br class=\"clear\"\/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6786\" src=\"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_406961597-1-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Children\u2019s Nursery Lighting Tips We know a lot goes into preparing the perfect nursery for your little bundle of joy. 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