Tired of the “big, ugly light”? In this episode of Seated with Furniture Row, Interior Designer Barb and Marketing Director Jessa break down everything you really need to know about lighting your home. From color temperature (Kelvins) to brightness (lumens), they share the basics in plain English—and offer creative, renter-friendly solutions that don’t require an electrician. Learn how to layer ambient, task, and accent lighting for a space that feels cozy, functional, and totally elevated. You’ll hear why cooler lights help you focus (think kitchens and offices), and why warmer tones create calm in bedrooms and living rooms. Plus, genius lighting hacks: battery-powered sconces, dimmer switches, rope lighting, and even a floor lamp that fakes built-in style. Key Topics

• 00:00 – Intro: Why lighting is confusing—and critical to how a room feels
• 03:00 – In or Out: Edison bulbs, track lighting, colored lights
• 07:30 – Meet the villain: The big, ugly overhead light
• 07:45 – Layered lighting basics: ambient, task, accent
• 12:45 – Bulb temperature (Kelvins): warm vs. cool and where to use each
• 15:10 – Brightness (lumens) vs. watts: what really matters now
• 28:05 – Room-by-room tips: Living room, dining, bedroom, kitchen, bath
• 48:50 – Lighting label cheat sheet: What to check before you buy

Quick Tips Mentioned

• Try relaxing, warm light in bedrooms, living rooms, and dining rooms
• Use cooler light in kitchens, offices, and garages for focus and visibility.
• Add dimmers wherever you can—for instant mood control.
• Don’t rely on overheads! Add floor lamps, table lamps, sconces, art lights.
• Amber-tinted glass and bulbs can cozy up any space.

Featured Hosts

• Barb Chandler – Interior Designer at Furniture Row
• Jessa Murphy – Marketing Director at Furniture Row

They bring design savvy, practical tips, and lots of personality to every episode. Resources Mentioned

• Furniture Row blog: Best Lighting: A Room-by-Room Guide
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