If you want to renovate or improve your home and save money wherever you can, the light fixtures you choose will definitely be a major factor. Installation costs aside, quality fixtures can cost you a pretty penny. More ornate models can set you back quite a bit, but it might comfort you to know that many more affordable options are out there that will work just as well. Here is a list of the highest quality, lowest cost light fixtures you can have in your home by category. Keep in mind, the prices listed may vary by location and do not include installation costs.
Pendant Lighting
One of the cheapest and best looking lights you can hang in your home is the Hampton Bay 1-Light Brushed Nickel Warehouse Pendant light. It has a sort of modern industrial look that might not work for every home, but in the right setting it could be a stylish accent. At Home Depot, this fixture will only cost you $30, which is a steal for pendant lights. For that price, you could hang one in every room!
Kitchen Lighting
Pendant lights are great for kitchen areas, but if you want to try something different, consider installing under-cabinet lighting. Using a rope light, you can easily install a row of lights under your cabinet that will illuminate those shadowy areas and create an attractive ambience. The most affordable and well-reviewed option is the Utilitech Pro Warm White LED Rope Light. For an 18ft strand, you can expect to pay $30 at Lowe’s.
Bathroom Lighting
For your bathroom, a row of lights above the mirror is the ideal setup. With the Hampton Bay 4-Light Brushed Nickel Bath Bar, you can accomplish this with a single affordable fixture. At Home Depot, this model is available for only $20, which is extremely affordable compared to other comparable options. Thanks again, Hampton Bay!
Lamps
Not that you need to renovate to get a new lamp, but the right purchase can do a lot to improve the overall feel of your space. With several color options (cork, purple, pink, orange, teal), the Room Essentials Stick with Cork Shade can work well with a variety of different decors. For only $25 at Target, this lamp can be yours and it even comes with a CFL bulb! Two birds with one stone.
Landscape Lighting
Outdoor lighting is also a big part of your home’s appearance. You can bolster that appearance a great deal with some landscape lighting. Placed along a pathway or throughout your garden, these lights can accentuate the best features of your lawn. For only $3 a pop at Lowe’s, you can buy solar-powered LED path lights and, at that cost, you can completely fill your lawn if you feel like it!
