How to Light a Tall Shoe Cupboard for a Boutique Hallway Look
A tall shoe cupboard can become the visual heart of a hallway when it is lit the way a good boutique lights its displays. Rather than relying on a single ceiling light, shops light the product, the display and the room separately, and the same approach works beautifully at home. In this guide, we explain how to use three layers of light: soft illumination inside the cupboard, an even wash across its front and a warm glow on the surrounding wall. We look at LED strips, puck lights and sensor lights for the interior, angled ceiling spotlights for the front and pairs of wall lights to frame the cupboard. You will also find advice on colour temperature, brightness and dimming, how ceiling height affects your choices, simple styling to complete the look and important safety points, including when to call a qualified electrician and which plug in options suit renters....
