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Hallway and entryway lamps are key to creating bright and welcoming spaces right from the entrance of your home. With them, you can transform passageways into stylish spaces.
At Sklum, you'll find modern, minimalist, and functional designs that not only illuminate but also add personality, turning your hallway into a unique presentation.
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Lighting for Hallways and Entrance Halls: Functionality and Design
Lighting in hallways and entryways serves two essential functions: ensuring safety and functionality in transit areas, and establishing the first aesthetic impression of the home. Proper lighting planning in these transitional spaces is key to creating a welcoming atmosphere and guiding the eye. The choice of light fixture type, its distribution, and the color temperature are technical factors that determine whether a space is perceived as spacious and inviting or cramped and dark.
Types of Lamps for Hallways and Entrance Halls
| Type of Lamp | Technical and Design Characteristics | Ideal for... |
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| Ceiling Lights or Spotlights | They provide general and uniform lighting (diffused light) or focused lighting (direct light). Their ceiling-mounted design optimizes vertical space. | Long, narrow corridors or hallways with low ceilings, where an efficient lighting solution is needed that does not obstruct passage. |
| Pendant Lamps | They act as a decorative focal point, providing concentrated ambient light. The design and material of the shade are key to their aesthetic impact. | Hallways with high ceilings or wide entrances, where you can create a style statement without compromising functionality. |
| Wall Sconces | They offer accent or ambient lighting (indirect or direct), bathing the walls in light and creating a feeling of greater spaciousness and warmth. | Complement the general lighting in long hallways, or use it as the main light in small entryways to add a decorative touch. |
Advantages of Proper Lighting
- Safety and Visual Functionality: Well-distributed lighting eliminates dark areas, prevents accidents, and facilitates orientation in passageways.
- Atmosphere Creation: The use of warm light (around 2700K-3000K) in the entrance hall creates a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for both residents and guests.
- Visual Spaciousness: Wall lights that project light towards the ceiling or spotlights that wash over a wall can make a narrow hallway appear wider and brighter.
- Energy Efficiency: Compatibility with LED bulbs guarantees minimal electricity consumption and a very long lifespan, ideal for lights that remain on for long periods.
Tips for choosing lighting for hallways and entryways
In long hallways, install several ceiling lights (one every 1.5–2 meters) to avoid the "tunnel effect." If you choose a pendant light in the entryway, make sure its lowest point is at least 2.15 meters from the floor to avoid obstructing the passage. Consider installing dimmers to adjust the light depending on the time of day. Combine different layers of lighting: general lighting from the ceiling and accent lighting with wall sconces for a more dynamic and professional result.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hallway Lights
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What type of light is best for a hallway: warm or cool?
Warm light (2700K to 3000K) is recommended. This light tone is more inviting and relaxing, creating a pleasant welcome, unlike cool light, which can feel harsher and less homey in an entryway.
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How many lumens are needed for a hallway?
As a general guideline, an illuminance of approximately 100-150 lumens per square meter is recommended for functional and comfortable lighting in passageways. You can distribute this amount among several light sources.
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Are wall lights a good option for a very narrow hallway?
Yes, provided you choose low-profile models that don't protrude too much from the wall. Wall lights that project light both upwards and downwards are especially effective at creating a sense of greater height and spaciousness without being an obstacle.
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How do I light a hallway with very high ceilings?
A foyer with high ceilings is the perfect place for a designer pendant lamp that acts as a sculptural piece. It fills the vertical space and becomes the focal point that defines the style of your home's entrance.
Design, quality and experience
Lighting hallways and entryways is the backbone of a home's lighting, a connecting thread that links different spaces. The quality of a lamp for these areas is measured not only by its aesthetics but also by its ability to distribute light efficiently, safely, and pleasantly. It's an investment in daily comfort and a reflection of your home's character.
We invite you to explore the different lighting solutions to find the pieces that will welcome you to your home with style and functionality.