How do I choose a ceiling lamp for my living room?

With such a wide choice of ceiling lamps in our Laura Ashley lighting collection, making a decision can be daunting. In the end, you need to choose the light fitting that speaks to you – the one that says something about your design personality and fits your home aesthetic. That aside, there are definitely a few things to consider when making a choice. An oversized ceiling light, like a crystal chandelier or wide flush ceiling fitting, can look striking in a smaller room, but a very small ceiling light seldom works in a large room. If you’re not sure about the size that’s going to work best and you need some help with scale, find something roughly the size and shape of the light fitting you’re considering – like a large serving platter, a cushion or a wall mirror – and place that on the floor in the centre of the room. That’ll tell you if your prospective ceiling light is going to work with the proportions of the room. In terms of style and finish, a ceiling lamp that contrasts with the overall look of your room can make a real impact – just picture an elegant glass chandelier in a modern country-style living room. Or you can use your Laura Ashley ceiling lamp to draw together different design influences in a more eclectic space. If you’ve found your room design theme and want to stick to it, you’ll find an extensive range of looks in our Laura Ashley lighting collection. With traditional, glam and minimal lighting designs, there’s sure to be one that suits you and your home.

What size Laura Ashley mirror should I get for my wall?

As mirrors can be functional or decorative – or both – it’s important to first consider what you want your mirror for and where it will live. If you’re looking for a mirror for your bedroom that you’ll use when applying makeup or brushing your hair, or a full-length mirror for a hallway or near the front door that’s there to check your outfit as you leave for the day, then the larger the better. And if your Laura Ashley mirror is intended for a small room with less than perfect natural light, a larger mirror will help enhance the feeling of space in the room. If your new mirror is intended to dominate a feature wall and act as a piece of art in its own right, again we suggest you go big and bold. On the other hand, a mirror over a mantelpiece or on the wall behind a sofa needs to be proportional to its location and the furniture, fixtures and fittings around it. If your favourite Laura Ashley mirror is ornate or has a statement frame or a glam metallic finish, then less might be more. In this case, a smaller size of mirror can be every bit as impressive and eye-catching as one that’s much larger.

What size shade is best for a floor lamp?

Matching a lampshade to a table lamp base is not for the faint-hearted. Too big, and the base might be dwarfed by the shade. Too small, and the effect can be a tad ridiculous. The problem is even greater when it comes to floor lamps. You’ll be glad to hear that this is a non-issue with Laura Ashley floor lamps as each one is supplied with a perfectly matched lamp shade selected by design experts to complement the lamp’s base in terms of style, size, shape and colour.

Should you have matching table lamps?

If you want matching table lamps, we think you should have them! A pair of matching Laura Ashley table lamps, placed on side tables, can make a stylish sofa central to your design scheme. This arrangement is functional, too, as it will illuminate a dim corner and provide more light to read by (or scroll by). A pair of matching table lamps also feels neat and tidy and says that you’ve made a thoughtful and considered choice. But, to offer an alternative point of view, a pair of gently mismatched table lamps might suit you if you prefer a more relaxed home design aesthetic. Perhaps choose a pair of lamps that share a similar look – both have glass shades, for example, or brass bases – or browse our Laura Ashley lighting collection to find a matching pair of floor lamp and table lamp for a coordinated yet different look.