Recessed Lighting Calculator for Bedrooms

Bedroom lighting should be soft and relaxing. Use our calculator to plan a layout that provides general illumination without creating uncomfortable glare when you're lying in bed.

Select Layout Pattern

Choose a preset layout or create your own custom pattern

Room Dimensions

Length

Width

Ceiling Height

Room Layout Visualization

Interactive preview of your recessed lighting layout with intelligent spacing analysis

Enter Room Dimensions

Please enter your room's length, width, and ceiling height to get personalized lighting recommendations and layout visualization.

Why Specialized Layouts Matter for Bedrooms

Every room has a different purpose, and your lighting should reflect that. While the math of spacing (Ceiling Height / 2) remains a good baseline, adjusting for the specific needs of a bedroom is crucial.

For bedrooms, try to position lights away from directly overhead the bed pillow area. This prevents you from staring directly into a bulb when you wake up or lie down.

General Spacing Rules Apply

Regardless of the room, the core principles of our calculator still stand:

Avoid the Corners: Keep lights at least 2-3 feet away from corners to avoid wasting light.
Wall Offset: Aim for the distance from the wall to be half the distance between lights.
Ceiling Height: Higher ceilings need tighter spacing or brighter bulbs to reach the floor effectively.