Walking down the stairs at night can be scary: thoughts of a hand appearing out of nowhere and grabbing your foot make you hurry down the stairs to reach the landing lights before you fall off the stairs and break an arm or two. Indoor stair lights are the best solution to evade this terrifying experience. Here’s how you can choose the best indoor stair lights that are easy on your electricity bill, ensures safety in your walk down the stairs, and create a perfect ambiance for your stairwell. Read on to find out how you can choose the stair lights and add a magical charm to your staircase.
3 ways to design your staircase to make it look warm and inviting:
Interior lighting of a staircase is necessary for safety purposes, but it is also a great way to decorate your stairwell. With proper lighting, it’s easy to navigate stairs at night or when the lights are dim. Here’s how you can jazz up your staircase with these staircase lighting designs:
1.1 Install a Sky-scraper Chandelier light:
One of the ways you can add oomph to your staircase is by installing a skyscraper chandelier or a large pendant to your ceiling. This will turn your otherwise boring and easily ignored space captivating and appealing to the eyes.
- ★ Design : The crystal chandelier hanged with crystal-clear balls in meteor shapes, every crystal ball features different bubbles in it, the whole chandelier looks elegant and romantic, amazing from every view. Especially for stairwell entryway passageway foyer and house with different height ceilings.
- ★ Material &Weight: High-quality metal ceiling canopy, strong bearing capacity, color is chromed. The transparent crystal ball has strong light transmission. The hanging wires are strong and firm; the diameter of globe is 3.94 inch(10cm), weight is 2.43 pound for per ball. Caution：please confirm your ceiling load-bearing capacity before order.
- ★ Adjustable Height : The length of cables, the places of crystal balls are all up to you to decide. The max length of cables is 157.5 inch(4m).The ceiling canopy diameter is 15.7 inch(40*40cm), weight is 2.6 lb.
- ★ Bulb Type: G4 x14 (included bulb, warm light by default), voltage: 110V-130V. If you need to achieve lamp dimming, you can buy G4 dimmable bulbs and dimmer switch and hire a professional workers to install it for you.
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1.2 Opt for low-level lights:
Recessed lights such as led lights can be installed at different heights along with the staircase. Install them high up for a wash-down effect or in the string along the stairs to give your staircase a modern and elegant look.
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- 【IP67 Waterproof&Dimmable】Made in high quality Acrylic/ABS and 304 stainless steel lights body and power supply are all glue-filled, completely insulated and water-proof IP67.{ If you want the deck lights in dimming can order a led dimmer from our store search in ASIN:B07WDDK4MM }
- 【Detachable】The 16pcs led dot lights are detachable and in parallel connection, you can only install part of them based on your needed. (The led deck light kits still works fine if one or two of the deck lights fails.)
- 【Easy to Install &Warranty】Drill holes, push led deck lights in, connect cables. So it can be installed any where you can drill a hole, such as deck stair ,deck step,patio,floor, eaves, pool ,walkways, kitchen ,garden outdoor led landscape lighting, indoor&outdoor decoration. 12-month warranty for these deck lights. Click the Add to Cart button to have your LED Deck Lights shipped today.
1.3 Focus on Texture and materials:
Throw some drama to the stone texture of your staircase with a cascading assortment of crystal glass ornaments that fall from the ceiling like a waterfall, exuding luxury and adding opulence to your stairwell.
Types of Indoor Stairs Lighting
2.1 Strip Stair Lighting
Strip stair lighting is an easy way to make your staircase look attractive and elegant at the same time. These lights come in a coil and run along the side of the stairs by sticking to the surface, making them convenient to install and position.
- Triple the Control: Take control of your LED lights with the Govee Home app, the remote, or the control box. With a stable Bluetooth connection, you can change colors, power the lights on/off, or adjust brightness within a 10m/32.8ft control range.
- Light Up Your Music: The built-in, sensitive mic allows you to sync the LED lights to your preferred music. Jazz your weekend party up with color-changing lights that dance to the rhythm of any song. And Govee music box can group control your Govee smart lights to achieve whole room music sync
- Customize Your Lighting: With the DIY mode, via the Govee Home app, you can personalize light effects to your liking. Choose from 16 million colors and reinvent your bedroom, kitchen, and living room decor with ease.
- Multiple Scene Options: The LED color changing lights feature 64 scene modes, easily transforming your space to match your mood, indoor activities. Select dating mode to create an atmosphere for your dinners or film mode when enjoying a movie night.
- Setup in Seconds: Simply attach the strip lights to a clean, dry surface using the adhesive. For extra security, use the provided support clips. You can also trim the lights to fit your specific design. (Note: 4-pin connectors not included).
2.2 Recessed Stair Lighting
The recessed LED stair lighting is less noticeable (hence the name recessed) and is installed to the side of your stairs into the wall to give a classic and professional look to your staircase.
- Light up Your Happy Sunmmer Time: Audles step lights create a warm and comfortable atmosphere to enjoy your happy sunmmer time. You can pairing them up with one on each side of the step gives the perfect amount of illumination. Add a warm and pleasant ambiance to your yard and deck. Perfect for outdoor use, creating a pleasant atmosphere for courtyard, stair, garden, tent and lawn.
- Waterproof and Durable ABS plastic: The outdoor LED solar step lights are made of high quality ABS material and IP65 waterproof ABS material, they can withstand all kinds of weather conditions, whether it is raining, snowing or frosty, it will provide a warm atmosphere for your stair.
- Solar Powered 8H Lighting Time: The solar stair lights with 800mAh polycrystalling rechargeable battery, It can illuminate more than 8H after fully solar charged. With Built-In light sensor, the solar panel will automatically charge during the day, and the light will automatically turn on at dusk and off at dawn.It will hold up through an entire season without needing battery replacement.
- Brain-dead simple to install:Outdoor solar step lights with no requirement of wires, and includes both double stick tape and screws, 2 install way for your choice: ① Directly attached to the stairs by 3M back glue. ②It comes with screws and bolts, you can easily fix it in the stair. Tips: It need to be installed in a sunny spot.
- 2 Year Warranty: AUDLES solar stair lights offers 2 years warranty to ensure your 100% satisfaction. Fast replacement is offered if any quality issue. Choose deformable led garage lights to save your time and money. Any problem you meet during using our garage lights, we will provide quick and satisfactory after-sales service.
2.3 Battery Operated Stick On Stair Lighting
Battery-operated stick-on lights are a convenient and pocket-friendly solution for your dimly lit staircase. These lights come with adhesive backing and can stick to anywhere you want. Plus, they are long-lasting and keep your staircase well-lit and shining for a good 6 to 8 hours.
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- 【High-quality materials】The 1200mAH battery has the largest capacity in its class, complies with UN38.3 certification requirements, up to use 1.5 months on a full charge,avoid frequent charging and ensures the safety of electricity consumption.This cabinet light has 30 high-quality LEDs, stable luminescence, no flicker, and can be used continuously for up to 8000 hours.
- 【Eye protection and memory function】 The unique stepless dimming mode can meet the needs of different environments, brightness can be dimming between 3000k-6000k, side light source superimposed light shielding technology, avoid strong or dim light from harming the eyes. The memory function can still maintain the brightness of the last use when you use it next time, saving the time to adjust the brightness and quickly meeting your needs.
- 【Easy to install】iron patch and tape patch are included in the package. Just use the tape patch to fix the iron patch to the place where you plan to use the cabinet light. The built-in magnet of the cabinet light can be attached to any Where there are iron materials, when charging is needed, just remove the lamp and charge it.
- 【Multiple situation】 This closet light is famous for its excellent design and usage experience. It is suitable for closets, cabinets, corridors, stairwells, bedrooms, attics, basements, children’s rooms, kitchens, living rooms, garages, storage rooms, etc. It can be carried outdoors as a mobile light source or any place that needs extra light.
2.4 Motion Sensor Stair Lighting
Motion sensor stair lighting is an economical choice for stair lighting. These lights run on batteries and come with sensors that will turn the lights on when it detects any motion before turning off after 30 seconds. So, with these sensor-equipped lights, it’s a race against time to turn on that switch while the lights are still on.
- 【THREE WORKING MODES】 You can choose as you needed! Mode 1 (OFF) is always turned off. Mode 2 (ON) Always opens that we have always been in a bright environment, making us more secure in the dark, which allows us to use it like using flashlights. Mode 3 (Auto) induces the induction to open the light low and darkness.
- 【THREE COLOR TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT】 Simply press the button to adjust the color of the light. Warm white, normal white, cold white. And this appliance will remember the color of the last time, So don’t need to be adjusted repeatedly next time. Three types of colors can adapt to the various scenes you want. For example, wardrobe, corridor, bed, closet, bookcase, windowsill, entrances, bedrooms.
- 【FLEXIBLE MOTION SENSOR】With the human body infrared induction technology, it can detect the motions in the dark. Constant induction allows it to be able to acquire human body movement within 10 feet & 120 degrees, and close after 15 seconds. Oversize battery capacity can endow more than 4 hours in the case of normally lit.
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- 【ULTRA-THIN & EASY INSTALLATION】Our LED wardrobe light can be installed within 10 seconds. The light is only 0.31inches thin, almost as thin as your phone, and very light. Therefore, we can easily attach it to iron sheets, or non-ferrous places. Do not have to worry about it fall down. Any small space can be installed.
Why you need to purchase quality Indoor Stair Lights:
It is important to purchase quality indoor stair lights as it not only provides safety but also add an inviting glow to your staircase. Here are the six factors you need to keep in mind while choosing indoor stair lights.
3.1 Light Colors
Choosing the right color for your stair lighting is crucial that complements and adds a wow factor to your home. Your choices are not restricted to the typical white and yellow beams. You can always experiment with bold colors or go for LED color-changing lights to give a quirky look to your staircase.
3.2 Light Modes
Before buying staircase lighting, it is important to check the mode of the light. Most stair lights are equipped with two-power switch modes that make it convenient to switch them on and off without worrying about whether you are in the upper or lower portion of stairs.
Moreover, the day and night mode feature allows you to manage the LED brightness to create a warm and cozy environment.
3.3 Durability
It is always best to buy LED lights that are fancy and durable as you don’t want to have a broken light every now and then. Staircase lights made of aluminum and frosted acrylic add bling to your stairway without being too pretentious.
3.4 Installation
If you want to install stair lighting with LED strips, there are several ways you can do it, depending on the type of stairs (curved or straight) and where you want to place the lights.
Take an accurate measurement of the length of the installation area. For exact placement, you might need a strip light with frequent cut marks to match your desired length.
You have the option of placing the lights below the stairs to give off a soft glow or mounting the lights along the side of the staircase for a neat and contemporary look.
Also, it is always best to buy lights that are easy to install and do not look messy once they are mounted on the stairs.
3.5 Power Source
The power source is an important factor that you should keep in mind while choosing indoor stair lights. Depending on your staircase’s architecture and preferences, you may opt for battery-powered lighting, lights that need to be plugged into a junction box, or AC-powered stair lighting.
Conclusion
Staircase lights are an affordable way to upgrade your home and make your stairs look stylish. Choosing the best staircase lights for your stairwell can be a tricky task. But with this guide, you can easily pick the lighting that fulfills both the functional and decorative needs of your interior. From recessed stair lights to battery-operated ones, you can design these lights according to your wish to bring all that bling and glitter to your stairway.