21 IKEA Lighting Ideas That Totally Transform a Room (2023)

Without a doubt, lighting is one of the most transformative things you can do in a room, but that doesn't mean you need to spend a fortune on it. Just like all those clever IKEA hacks that turn something simple into something incredibly chic, IKEA lighting can take any space from bland to statement-making at the flick of a switch.

Whether you need upgraded floor lighting or you want to transform a space with a pendant light, there are a lot of options even on a budget.

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Add Natural Texture

If there's one IKEA pendant lamp we see time and time again, it's the Sinnerlig. This woven beauty is handcrafted from sustainable bamboo, so every shade emits its own unique quality. The soft, glowing light from this lovely lampis the perfect welcome home.It works wonderfully in a living room, nursery, bedroom or even over a dining table.

IKEASinnerlig Pendant Lamp$70.00

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Consider Metallic Accents

This stylish spotlight is ideal for reading in bed. It can be clipped onto a piece of furniture or it can be mounted on a wall for a scone-type look. We love the chic metallic touch on the industrial piece, too.

IKEARanarp Wall Clamp Spotlight$20.00

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Create Intimacy

Small homes usually combine two spaces in one, just like this small dining room and kitchen. Lighting is key if you want to blend the two seamlessly, and the Melodi pendant lamp is great for bringing directed light into the space that's still soft and atmospheric. It's just big enough to add task lighting, but not oversized for small spaces.

IKEAMelodi Pendant Lamp$10.00

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Stay Whimsical

Kids' rooms are typically jam-packed with personality and a lot of fun. They're the one place where you throw out the rule book and combine patterns, color, and kitsch with flair. This looks great, and the kids love it, of course, but in order to rein it all in under the stylish umbrella (and make sure it still blends with the rest of the house), insert a Regolit pendant paper shade. It's only $5, yet it instantly elevates the room while giving it a subtle glow.

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IKEARegolit Paper Pendant Lamp$5.00

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Try a Simple Floor Lamp

Decorative floor lamps are a great way to accent an empty corner or tricky space. This stylish option gives a modern factory-like appeal with its adjustable arm and metallic accents. The Ranarp floor lamp can turn a tricky corner into a cute reading nook, too.

For nice ambiance, incorporate multiple sources of lighting like overhead, task and floor lamps.

IKEARanarp Floor and Reading Lamp$50.00

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Make a Statement

If you're looking for dynamic lighting with a dash of feminine flair, reach for the stunning Grimsas pendant lamp during your next IKEA visit. This pendant is creative and gives any room an artsy, modern feel. It's eye-catching and affordable and we love it in nearly any home.

IKEAGrimsas Pendant Lamp$60.00

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Add Industrial Flair

Subway tiles, warm wood accents, a touch of greenery, and hip hanging pendant lamps give this urban kitchen the stylish green light. The slate shade of the Hektar pendant is subtle, but the style is a standout. It is the perfect mix of industrial and modern, but simple enough for any style of home.

IKEAHektar Pendant Lamp$60.00

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Create a Cozy Reading Nook

This simple yet stylish reading nook beckons every eager bookworm to its corner. This large-scale floor lamp adds a touch of 1940s industrial feel to any home. We love it over a reading chair, but it also works wonderfully in a bedroom to help you add just enough lighting for getting ready in the morning.

IKEAHektar Floor Lamp$50.00

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Embrace Simplicity

The SKURUP lamp is simple but eye-catching. The rustic black metal design works well in modern farmhouse homes or modern spaces. It plays well with neutral accents, but can also hold its own in a home filled with more striking pieces, too.

IKEASkurup Pendant Light$15.00

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Bring in a Vintage Feel

The simple, round look of the Frihult makes it the perfect sconce for the bathroom. It adds just enough light, but it's not large so it's better for small bathrooms. Hang a few in a row for larger bathrooms. It also works wonderfully in an entryway or a hallway and comes in gold or black, too.

IKEAFrihult$25.00

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Add a Touch of Coastal Design

The modern coastal look is huge right now and this lamp from IKEA is the perfect way to embrace it. Made from natural bamboo, the Misterhult is perfect for a bedroom or over a dining table. It's medium-sized so it works best for smaller rooms, but it throws enough light to keep your room bright.

IKEAMisterhult$60.00

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Create a Soft Glow

Here's another IKEA lamp that works wonderfully in any style home. This bamboo pendant offers a more vertical shape so it's great for creating the illusion of taller ceilings. It adds a nice, warm glow to any room.

IKEAKnixhult$40.00

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Add Pattern

The Nymo lamp shape is versatile–you can use it on a floor lamp, table lamp, or as a pendant. In this cozy little office, the graphic pattern on the shape adds a lot of depth and creates more visual interest.

IKEANymo$30.00

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Spruce Up an Entryway

One of the easiest ways to create a wonderful entryway is by swapping out a basic flush mount light for a pendant light. This woven lamp shade adds a lot of visual interest, but it is simple enough that it won't overwhelm a small space.

IKEALuftmassa$33.00

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Use Natural Materials

If you love the shape of a vintage industrial lamp, but you want something a little more natural than metal, consider the Gottorp. This bamboo pendant shade offers a traditional look and feel with a more neutral flair.

IKEAGottorp$30.00

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Add a Mid-Century Feel

The Simrishamn lamp offers a modern look that can give any room a mid-century feel. The three-armed pendant is eye-catching but subtle enough to work in even more muted spaces.

IKEASimrishamn$60.00

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Try a Seagrass Shade

Whether you want to give your home a beachy look and feel or you're simply drawn to natural materials like seagrass, the Torared lampshade is a great option for any home. Perfect for over a dining table or in the center of a bedroom, this shade adds loads of texture to your home.

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IKEATorared$20.00

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Get Inspired by Space

The IKEA PS 2014 pendant light was inspired by sci-fi movies and it's clear why. This unique light gives off major '60s space vibes and is incredibly eye-catching. It's a great way to transform a simple, small bedroom and make it feel complete.

IKEAIKEA PS 2014$60.00

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Update the Traditional Chandelier

If you love a traditional chandelier but want something a bit more modern, consider the Felsisk lamp. This four-light fixture is incredibly modern with some classic details. The horizontal shape is perfect for above an island or a peninsula.

IKEAFelsisk$100.00

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Focus on Task Lighting

The Nymane floor lamp is perfect for those spaces where you really need extra, focused light but you don't want a lamp that will take up too much visual space. It's simple and understated and works well in minimalist homes.

IKEANymane$40.00

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Update Your Flush Mount

If you want to throw a lot of light in your room, a LED flush mount light is a great choice. But it doesn't have to be boring. The Raksta is a great option to provide a lot of light with a modern look and feel.

IKEARaksta$35.00

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How to Update Your Lighting Fixtures in a Snap

1. Spray Paint the Base. Maybe you have a perfectly well functioning lamp, but it just isn't doing much for you aesthetically any longer. ...
2. Use Contact Paper. ...
3. Swap Out the Shade. ...
4. DIY a New Shade. ...
5. Change Your Bulbs. ...
6. Add "Age" to Your Base. ...
7. Or Incorporate a Pattern. ...
8. Change the Finial.

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How do you illuminate a small room? ›

Utilize low-profile wall and overhead fixtures

Low-profile wall and ceiling lamps such as recessed lamps or downlights, track lighting, LED panels, wall sconces and LED light strips are ideal for this, as they are often capable of providing a high level of light without too much crowding.

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Our light installation services cover the entire range of IKEA lighting products, including popular products such as the ÅRSTID and HOLMÖ floor lamps, LAMPAN and TÄRNABY desk lamps, NYMÄNE and FRIHULT ceiling or wall-mounted lamps and more.

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• https://www.thelightbulb.co.uk/resources/5-big-tips-for-lighting-a-small-room/
• https://www.mydomaine.com/ikea-lighting-ideas
• https://www.thespruce.com/lighting-fixture-update-ideas-5220094
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