New Bedroom Lighting

I've forgotten to mention that the last few days have been wonderful spring-like days. The temperatures have been in the mid-40s to low-50s. In my neck of the woods, that is spring weather. The sun has come out and the sky is blue (not a mucky gray). It might be the weather and it may just be the passage of time, but I've been feeling good on the inside and like my old self again. So, I just wanted to share the DIY moment I had for today.

For some time, I've been wanting to change out the overhead light fixture in my bedroom. The original light fixture is generic and found in most homes today. Yes, it's practical but not very stylish. So, I purchased these white globe light fixtures from IKEA (yes, still somewhat generic, but not as generic as the existing light fixture). I wanted these globe fixtures to be put in my living room, but since my ceiling isn't all that high (average height, but definately not cathedral-high), I thought the IKEA light fixtures might be installed in my bedroom and my guest bedroom.


I don't want to go into too much detail as to how I was able to install my new overhead light fixture (FYI: read instructions, take pictures, and have with you a home improvement book). Yet, with some gumption and following instructions (yes, instructions with IKEA products are too vague, that is why I suggest having with you a home improvement book and taking pictures of how the original fixture was wired), I was able to install the new fixture and have it working too. What do you think of it? I like it very much, although I can see some people complaining that it might be too low. The light fixture is slightly over the feet of the bed, so it's unlikely to hit someone on the head. I think it adds some flair to the bedroom.