What is currently all the rage in terms of decoration is DIY or homemade. Everyone is learning how to make different decorative elements themselves to beautify their home. This even applies to the creation of bedside lamps and requires careful adherence to a few steps.
The essential electrical equipment for making your lamp
At the top of the list, you need a simple or decorated electrical cord of 2x0.75 mm² and 2 meters that is attached to an SBE27 socket. This is simply the support for your bulb. You will also need a manual switch, transparent or original.
It must be the same color as the wire while still being identifiable. You must mount the switch at a good distance on the power wire. This means approximately 35 cm from the lamp. You can opt for a 2.5 A plug with a flat tip or a round tip, depending on your preferences for your lamp .
Begin mounting the switch on the electrical cord
You must start by taking the electrical cord or flexible wire. You will separate the sheaths, carefully. This is the insulating and non-conductive plastic that surrounds the electrical wires.
Then you need to cut one of the two wires using a pair of scissors. Then, you need to open the switch and position the cut wire inside it.
For your DIY lamp , you need to strip both ends of the wires about 5mm, then twist the copper ends. The next step is to unscrew the terminals and connect the wires to the terminals, trying to tighten the screws well .
The uncut wire must then be placed in the remaining housing of the switch. The last step is simply to close the switch.
One of the most important choices, that of the lampshade
Before designing your own lamp using a DIY , it is necessary to choose your lampshade carefully . The one you decide to take depends largely on the decoration of the house. Moreover, there is a type of lampshade suitable for any type of decoration, whether it is:
- Contemporary,
- Classic,
- Bohemia,
- Or Vintage,
The lampshade is a decorative element in itself. If you want to inspire a cozy and subdued atmosphere in your home , choose warm tones. A decoration that you can certainly achieve with beige tones, for example.
In case you are not going to use a low-energy bulb , remember that they are larger than incandescent bulbs. Therefore, you will have to reconsider the volume of your lampshade . It is better to avoid patterned lampshades, as they tend to mask the light.
Choose the right lamp base based on your decor
The choice of the lamp base is as important as that of the lampshade. It is advisable that you match your light fixture to the style of your interior and its tone. It is recommended to opt for a stone or marble lamp base if you have a large house.
For a more classic home, it is better to turn to porcelain. If you want an authentic atmosphere or decor, wood is strongly suggested. For a designer decor, there is nothing like metal and glass .
Proceed with the electrical installation of your lamp
Once you have chosen the lampshade and the lamp base , it is high time to undertake the electrical installation . To do this, you must start by passing the electrical cord through the lamp base .
Don't forget to attach the socket to it. To attach the lampshade to the base, simply place the lampshade and tighten the ring attached to the socket and that's it!
For your choice of bulb , you should know that each of them has its power, its lifespan, and therefore its use. This is why you must carefully choose it based on the atmosphere you want for your home .
There are several types of bulbs including: incandescent bulbs, halogen bulbs, LED bulbs and of course energy-saving bulbs .
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