What Lighting Options Work Best in a Bedroom with Slanted Walls?

Lighting is an essential element in any bedroom, and it becomes even more important in a room with slanted walls.

Because slanted walls can have a real impact on the overall feel of your bedroom, things like mirror placement, choice of wall colors, and lighting options are critical to get right.

With that in mind, let’s look at some lighting options that can work well in your space:

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Wall sconces
- Pros and cons of wall sconces
- Product recommendations
Pendant lights
- Pros and cons of pendant lights
- Product recommendation
Natural light
- Pros and cons of natural light
Closing thoughts

Wall Sconces

Wall sconces are a great option for a bedroom with slanted walls because, quite simply, they don’t take up any floor space. Or much space in general for the matter.

The issue you face with lights like floor lamps is that where they tend to be about 1 metre (3-4ft) or so in height, to stand them up fully you would have to place them quite far in from the edge of your room, or else the top of the lamp would be hitting the angled wall.

Wall lights on the other hand don’t have this problem.

As well, wall sconces will always come with a flat wall mount, so even if you wanted to install your light on the slanted wall itself, you can do so with ease.

Pros and Cons of Wall Sconces

Pros	Cons
Wall sconces don’t take up much space – and don’t take up any of the crucial floor space.	Wall sconces won’t light up a whole bedroom on their own, so you may need a few (or to couple them with overhead lights).
Wall lights come in a variety of styles, sizes, and materials, so you’ll always find the perfect match for your room.	Wall lights are fixed in place, and typically can’t be swivelled to direct light exactly where you need it.

Product Recommendation

Bektas Wall Sconces, Set of 2, Matte Black

The upgraded matte black wall sconces feature elegant white globe glass shades and a scratch-resistant finish, maintaining their pristine look. Constructed with a sturdy all-metal body and E12 heat-resistant socket, they are durable and safe. Perfect for various settings, these sconces enhance any decor with their classic mid-century design.

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Pendant Lights

Pendant lights are another great option for lighting up a bedroom with slanted walls, the chief reason being that you hang them from the highest point of your ceiling, meaning they are not limiting the space in any way.

We talk about this idea of using a nice pendant light to create a focal point in your room in our article all about how to decorate a bedroom with slanted walls here.

As well as not limiting your space, pendant lighting can also help to create focused lighting, so utilise 2 or 3 and hang them at different locations on your ceiling to really bring out the most of your room!

Pros and Cons of Pendant Lights

Pros	Cons
Pendant lights can be hung at the highest point of your ceiling, irrespective if you have slanted walls or not.	Pendant lights can cast shadows in your room if they’re too high up, so you may need to install 2 or 3 to evenly cast the light around your room.
Pendant lights normally use a standard E27 bulb, and cheap LED versions are available to lower your electricity bill.	Pendant lights cannot be moved around easily after installation, and you’d typically need an electrician to do it.

Product Recommendation

Modern Black Farmhouse Pendant Light with Clear Glass Shade

The matte black pendant light is perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, dining rooms, bars, and bedrooms, complementing farmhouse, industrial, modern, and transitional designs. Featuring an adjustable 55-inch cord for customizable height, it includes all installation hardware. Compatible with E26 bulbs (max 60W), it allows versatile lighting options to suit any atmosphere.

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Natural Light

Lastly, we’d be silly not to mention the role that natural light should have in lighting up your bedroom.

Take advantage of the natural light your bedroom windows allow by choosing window coverings that allow plenty of light to filter in.

Sheer curtains or blinds can be a good option, as they provide privacy while still allowing light to enter the room.

Pros and Cons of Natural Light

Pros	Cons
Natural light can enhance the aesthetic appeal of your bedroom, making it feel brighter, more spacious, and above all else more inviting!	You can’t control when it’s on or how bright it is – you’re reliant on your local weather conditions (which here in the UK aren’t so good!).
Using natural rather than artificial light to light your room is not only cheaper, but is better for the environment and will improve your mood!	Constant natural light exposure can cause fading to fabrics, so you’ll need to keep an eye out for this over time.

Product Recommendation

LAMIT Natural Ivory Semi Sheer Linen Curtains 84 inch Long 2 Panels, Cream White

This package includes two natural ivory linen curtains, each measuring 52' W x 84' L (104' wide total). Made of 20% linen and 80% polyester, these textured curtains offer a chic, organic look. They filter light gently while providing 30% privacy. Easy to install with back tabs and a rod pocket, they're perfect for any room. Machine washable.

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Wrapping Up…

When choosing lighting for a bedroom with slanted walls, it’s important to consider the size of the room and the amount of natural light available.

Remember the basics – avoid lighting options that are too bulky or take up too much space, and choose fixtures that provide light without being in the way. You want lighting options that work with the space and your unique slanting walls, not ones that fight against it!

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