Now many people, tired of the bustle of the city and stone apartments, are moving closer to nature. Wooden houses are becoming increasingly popular, giving the owners the warmth and comfort of natural materials. But the right way to organize lighting in wooden houses is not an easy task. Read how to do it competently and safely in the article below.
What are the features of the organization of lighting rooms with wooden trim?
So that the wooden dwelling does not look like a poor peasant hut, it is important to take into account many details of the interior. Light plays a very important role. When organizing lighting in a wooden house, it is important to remember that the tree has such a feature as the absorption of light. If the devices are not placed correctly, the room may have a gloomy and inhospitable appearance. The proximity of the main and spot lighting will solve the problem. This means that, in addition to the general scattering light, it would be nice to use sconces, floor lamps.
When arranging lighting in a wooden house with low ceilings, set a distance of two meters between the chandelier and the floor.
How to emphasize the decoration of a wooden dwelling
Elegant and modern spotlights can emphasize the interior. If your ceilings are low, opt for light-diffusing lamps. Such devices will help to create bright accents in the rooms and are easy to use. Most importantly, do not use halogen lamps - they get very hot, and in a wooden house it is unsafe.
Good in a room with natural finishes look paired sconces, illumination of paintings and baseboards. But observe in all measure, it is not worth overloading the room.
Entrance and kitchen lights
When organizing lighting in wooden houses, you need to focus on the functionality of the premises. For example, the hallway should be very light, because it is here that the residents dress and undress, examining themselves in the mirror. In addition to the main lighting, use here a pair of sconces hanging at the level of the head opposite the mirror.
Their light will be reflected in the mirror. If there is a staircase in the hallway, then it must be made safe. Mount the spotlights in the steps.
The kitchen is one of the most important places in the house. Spotlights are needed to highlight the working area, stove and dining table. It is better to highlight the working area with spotlights with daylight - it’s more convenient to cook food. In the area of eating and relaxing, a pleasant and soft light is more appropriate. You can see examples of lighting in a wooden house in the photo in this article.
Appliances placed on the ceiling should retreat about 70 cm from it and be almost flush with the upper shelves of the kitchen unit. Also, spotlights can be placed on the upper edge of the cabinets. An excellent solution would be the highlighting of the drawers. The main thing is to ensure that bright glare does not blind you, reflecting off glossy surfaces.
Lighting in a wooden house: bedroom and children's room
The wooden bedrooms do not need bright light, because the main purpose of the room is sleep and relaxation. It is best to install a classic chandelier and complement it with a soft floor lamp.
For reading enthusiasts in bed there are table lamps mounted on bedside tables.
The highlight of the children's room is similar to that in the bedroom. For general lighting, an ordinary chandelier is mounted, and high-quality table lamps are placed in the study area.
If the child is afraid to sleep alone, set a nightlight. Just choose frosted lamps, since they do not create shadows on wooden walls, so scary little panties.
How to light the attic and terrace
Many people are now building houses with attics, which have fairly low ceilings and sloping walls. In such rooms it is better not to mount chandeliers, it will visually narrow and reduce the space even more. Wall devices and floor lamps will help, which will expand the attic.
Lighting the ceiling in a wooden house with beams will help to highlight the interior. If point spotlights are built into the beams , it will look original and atmospheric.
Country houses have terraces or verandas, which also need light. Since the terrace is an open space, use street lamps on it, which are not afraid of any weather conditions.
Place spotlights on the wall, railing, stairs, ceiling to make the light even. Lighting on the terrace of a wooden house may also include illumination of plants nearby. Halogen lamps will help to cope with the task.
Safety rules for the organization of lighting a house made of wood
Since houses made of natural materials have an increased fire hazard, it is necessary to install light devices in them in compliance with all standards. A very common cause of accidents is incorrect wiring. Entrust the work on the design and installation of devices only to professionals! If the house is built from timber or logs, the wiring should be open and fixed on porcelain insulators.
Buildings of logs eventually settle. Based on this, internal wiring is created using wires that are protected by non-combustible insulation. Do not forget about grounding!
Do not lay the cable directly on wood, do not use corrugated sleeves, as well as plastic and metal. If a fire occurs inside the wall, it will be very difficult to extinguish it. Use steel and copper boxes.
You will also need a high-quality electrical panel, on which the automatic devices and the residual current device will be displayed. Lighting in a wooden house (from logs, beams, lining) should not be organized using halogen lamps.
When planning your lighting, do not miss out on the small details. Think about where the switches will be, and at what height. This should be convenient for all family members.
What can be the wiring in a house made of wood?
The cabling during the installation of wiring in a wooden house is carried out in three ways:
- External wiring is the most economical option without any special financial investments. In addition, it is also the most secure (provided that the necessary insulators are used, of course). In this case, the wires openly extend along the walls and ceiling. The open wiring option is practical, but impossible with complex connections.
- Wiring in cable channels is a variation of the first installation option. Boxes are attached to the walls at intervals of every half a meter. The most popular box is an electric skirting board. Convenient fasteners will quickly connect the house to electricity.
- Hidden wiring is the most difficult option for electrifying a house, which should begin already at the construction stage. At this moment, metal pipes (preferably made of copper) should be laid. It is quite laborious and expensive. Cables are placed in the pipes, excluding any pressure on them. Since wooden houses often shrink, this task is difficult.
The nuances of installing wiring
You already know how you can beat the lighting in a wooden house. The photos presented as illustrations demonstrate how cozy and comfortable the rooms in which the masters and designers worked. Of course, lighting a house is impossible without laying wires. What nuances do you need to pay attention to when working?
If you plan to consume no more than 15 kW of electricity, you do not need a transformer. You can verify this by turning on all electrical appliances in the house.
When developing a wiring diagram, you need to divide the connection points into different power devices. For the most powerful equipment (boiler, boiler, stove), leave a separate power branch or machine. Buildings on a site that are located in the distance also require a separate power point.
Do not forget about the general requirements:
- wires are arranged either vertically or horizontally;
- turns of the wire should be carried out strictly at right angles;
- switches and sockets should be located conveniently;
- installation of switches is carried out no more than 1.5 m from the floor, while the wires must go from above;
- sockets are mounted approximately at a height of 0.8 m from the floor, for every 6 square meters. m relies on one outlet;
- Do not allow wiring closer than 10 cm from door and window openings.
Electrification of a wooden house is a very important task. Avoid mistakes that can lead to terrible consequences.