Farmhouse light fixtures make a beautiful statement in any home. This roundup of gorgeous, budget-friendly farmhouse lighting ideas will look stunning and be kind to your wallet, too!
In this post I’m covering my favorite farmhouse lights, my go-to budget lighting sources, AND the BEST light bulbs to buy for your home!
Hey there, friends! Did y’all see the new modern farmhouse lighting in my kitchen? I love both fixtures so much that I want to share some of the budget farmhouse lighting finds I came across while searching for new ones!
Bonus: most of these can be found on Amazon with free 2-day Prime shipping! Yay!!
And if you’re looking for budget farmhouse ceiling fans, I’ve got you covered right here!
I know Fixer Upper has been hugely popular over the past few years, and so has the farmhouse trend. To be honest, over the past year I nearly talked myself out of the farmhouse look. I thought maybe I only liked it because everyone else did.
But then I remembered that my very first DIY project, almost 7 years ago, was a nightstand with a very farmhouse vibe.
Oh, and then there’s my farmhouse headboard in my bedroom.
And I can’t forget my farmhouse table that I built more than 6 years ago.
And even more? I’ve been drooling over Pottery Barn and Ballard Design catalogs for decades. (Hello … from watching Friends back in the day.)
The dog-eared, well-worn catalogs that covered my bedroom floor in high school were my first exposure to farmhouse style. Yeah, I think this 90s girl has always loved it.
So I’ve decided to embrace it, in spite of its popularity. My kitchen is heading decidedly in the farmhouse direction with white cabinets, industrial farmhouse lighting, a huge chalkboard … and much, much more to come!
Favorite Budget Farmhouse Lighting Finds
I’ve grouped these into sets of 3 so it’s easier to find the one you’re looking for:
First “Row”:
3 Light Vintage Hanging Pendants // 5 Light Bel Air Chandelier // Distressed Black and Wood Semi-Flush Mount
Second Row:
5 Light Vintage Barn Metal Semi-Flush Mount // Oil Rubbed Bronze Outdoor Downlight // Chicken Wire Dome Pendant Light
Third Row:
Bronze Schoolhouse Ceiling Light // Oil Rubbed Bronze 4-Light Chandelier with Metal Shades // Burnished Bronze Metal Pendant
Fourth Row:
Aluminum and Wood Pendant Lamp // Wood Slat Pendant Lamp // Burnished Bronze Chicken Wire Semi-Flush Mount
Y’all know which ones I picked. If not, check out the new farmhouse chandeliers in my kitchen right here.
Which one is your favorite?!
Where to Buy the Best Farmhouse Lighting
If none of those options catch your eye, you may want to shop at one of my favorite stores for farmhouse lighting. These are tried-and-true shops that offer gorgeous lighting without breaking the bank.
Amazon – If you clicked any of the lighting links above, you’ll know most of them came from Amazon. I’ve been amazed by some of the lighting options from this big online retailer, and it’s where I shop first when I’m looking for a new fixture!
World Market – Some of my favorite lights on my “when we get a new home” list come from World Market. This chandelier looks like something you’d find at Restoration Hardware, just for a fraction of the price. And this wood & iron pendant would look gorgeous in any entryway!
Wayfair – Who doesn’t go to Wayfair for all their home decor needs? But lighting is definitely one of their strong suits. I found my entryway pendant there, and it’s so inexpensive it’s almost silly. This modern chandelier is such a steal!
Lamps Plus – If you want a huge selection of lighting options, look no further. Lamps Plus has practically every light fixture you could imagine!
IKEA – No list of budget home furnishings would be complete without a nod to the mother ship: IKEA. If you are on a really tight budget and need all new lighting, this would be your best option. Just know that the installation process isn’t always easy because they have European fittings. And make sure to grab their light bulbs, because they aren’t standard US sizes.
Home Depot – Another favorite place of mine to shop for lighting. I recently bought a ceiling fan there (for less than $200!) and love it. And I really love anything from their Home Decorator’s Collection.
The Best Light Bulbs for Your Home
It’s not helpful to bring home a gorgeous fixture only to find the wrong bulbs make your home look icy blue or orange.
Light bulbs have changed a LOT in the past decade, so it’s no longer as simple as grabbing a 60 watt bulb. Now we have to think about Kelvin and lumens, which can make your head spin.
Kelvin determines the warmth (yellow) or coolness (blue) of a bulb. 2500-3000 Kelvin is a good range for not too icy and not too yellow. Lumens determine brightness, which depends on how much light you want in a room.
I’ve found that the right mix of these things gives my home the right brightness and warmth without going overboard. These are my favorite bulbs for my home:
3000 Kelvin, 800 Lumens Bulbs – Ideal for covered lamps in the living room, bedrooms, dining room and office, because they give off a soft white glow and are bright enough to shine through a lamp shade. I prefer 750-800 lumens in a shade-covered lamp or recessed lighting.
2700 Kelvin, 650 Lumens Flood Light Bulbs – These are perfect for your recessed lighting needs.
2700 Kelvin, 500 Lumens Edison-Style Bulbs – If you want a bulb for a clear fixture, these Edison-style bulbs give off a slightly warm glow without looking too yellow. I use them in the flush-mount fixture in my kitchen! They’re pretty bright, but I like them for the overhead light in my kitchen because I don’t want to be working in the dark. If you want something less bright, try these instead!
Candelabra-Style Frosted, Bent-Tip Bulbs – I still use these incandescent bulbs in my open fixtures, and I love their frosted, bent-tip details. They give off 210 lumens, which is just right for an exposed bulb.
I hope these suggestions get you started on your search for the best lighting for your home and wallet!
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