Decorative lighting

Decorative lighting

While professional lighting is crucial for accuracy and function, decorative lighting is just as important when it comes to creating a welcoming atmosphere in your salon. Decorative lighting, also known as mood lighting, plays a big part in giving the salon a personal touch and improving the clients’ experience.

In a hair salon, clients want more than just a haircut – they want an experience. The right lighting can help create a warm, cosy mood that makes them feel welcome from the moment they step into the salon. At Just Add People we offer a wide range of decorative lighting that can give your décor a lift and improve the overall impression of your salon.

Why is decorative lighting important in a hair salon?

Decorative lighting is not only about creating pleasant light, but also about setting the right mood and feeling in the salon. Light can influence how clients perceive the space and their overall experience of their visit. With soft, dimmed lighting in waiting areas and discreet light sources around the workstations, you can create a calming, relaxed atmosphere.

One of the advantages of decorative lighting is that it can be used to highlight certain areas in the salon, such as reception desks or hair products sold from retail shelving. Decorative lighting can add a touch of luxury to the space and make it feel more welcoming and personal.

Decorative lighting in different areas of the salon

Choosing the right decorative lighting is about knowing where and how it should be used. Here are a few suggestions for how you can bring decorative lighting into your salon:

The waiting area

In the waiting area, you want to create a relaxed atmosphere where clients can feel welcome and at ease while they wait. Here, decorative lighting in the form of table lamps or pendant lamps is ideal. It gives a warm glow and can create a comfortable setting that makes the waiting time more pleasant. Waiting area furniture can be complemented with decorative lighting to complete the look and give clients a cosy welcome.

The work area

Even though the work area mainly needs strong professional lighting to make sure the hairdresser can work accurately, decorative lighting can still play a role. Soft light around mirrors or along the walls can create a luxurious atmosphere that makes the client feel pampered, while not getting in the way of the hairdresser’s work.

The washing area

Washing stations are one of the places in the salon where clients relax, and here decorative lighting helps enhance that calming experience. Dimmed light can be used to create a spa-like atmosphere that helps clients feel relaxed and comfortable while their hair is being washed. Washing units can be lit with indirect light to make the experience even more pleasant.

The retail area

The retail areas in your salon can also benefit from discreet decorative lighting. Light can be used to highlight products on retail shelving and draw attention to the items you want to feature. This can not only improve the décor, but also increase sales, as clients can spot the products more easily.

Benefits of LED in decorative lighting

Just like with professional lighting, LED also has many advantages when it comes to decorative lighting. LED lights are energy-efficient, which means you can save on electricity without compromising on the quality of the light. In addition, LED lights have a longer lifespan than traditional light sources, which makes them ideal for constant use in a hair salon.

Another advantage of LED decorative lighting is that it can be adjusted to different colour temperatures, from warm to cool light. This makes it easy to create the mood you want, no matter what style you are aiming for in your salon. LED lights also come in different shapes and sizes, making it easy to find the right solution for any area of your salon.

Decorative lighting as part of your salon’s brand identity

The right decorative lighting can also help support your salon’s brand identity and style. If you have a minimalist, modern salon, simple, clean-lined decorative lighting can create a neat, professional atmosphere. In a more traditional or bohemian-style salon, warm, golden light can add a cosy, welcoming feel. If you’re completely wild, you can also use coloured light to create an atmosphere that your clients will remember and that draws attention from the street.

Investing in good lighting shows your clients that you take both your salon and their experience seriously. Decorative lighting can also be worked into your décor so it becomes part of the overall look your salon gives off. This can make clients feel that they are stepping into a professional, yet comfortable and luxurious environment.

Buy your decorative lighting from Just Add People

At Just Add People we have a large selection of decorative lighting that is perfect for hair salons. Whether you are looking for decorative lamps, string lights, or pendant lamps, you can find something that suits your salon’s décor and style. All our products are carefully chosen for their quality, durability, and cosy feel.

Want to see how our lighting can transform your salon? Visit our showroom, where we have our products on display. Here you can get inspiration for how best to bring decorative lighting into your salon, and we are ready to advise you on how to achieve the perfect balance between function and style.