Lighting Tips & Ideas | Lighting.co.za

It's not just the pale wood and clean shapes. Scandinavian fittings are engineered specifically to diffuse light and reduce glare, opal glass, fabric drums, and indirect fixtures that scatter light rather than throwing a harsh beam. This guide covers the real technical reason the style feels warm despite running brighter and whiter than Japandi, the exact colour temperature range that makes it work, and how to apply it room by room.

Is antique brass lighting still on trend in 2026? Here's the honest answer Shiny, polished brass is fading fast, but antique, aged, and burnished brass is having its strongest moment in years. Here's the real verdict on whether antique brass light fixtures are still in style in 2026, why designers are drawing a hard line between "brass" and "the right kind of brass," and exactly where to use it first if you're only updating one room.

Whether you're building a new home, renovating or simply upgrading your lighting, one of the most common questions is:

"How many downlights do I need?"

In this guide, we'll help you plan the ideal layout for every room while avoiding common mistakes that can leave your home feeling too dark—or overly bright.

Living near the coast means your lighting has to work harder. Salt air, humidity, and brilliant natural light all change what works indoors and out. This guide covers what to look for when buying coastal lighting in South Africa — from rattan pendant lights and woven shades to IP-rated outdoor fittings that won't rust or fade. Whether you're decorating a Blouberg beach house, a Knysna holiday cottage, or a sunlit Cape apartment, here's what you need to know before you buy.

Learn how to layer ambient, task, accent and decorative lighting for every room in your home — with 2026 trends, dimmer tips and a room-by-room guide.