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Renovate Series: 3 Ways RGB Lighting Can Elevate Room Decor

Give a little life and class to your room with RGB

August 29, 2025 / by Louigi Balao / 2 mins read

We’ve all seen it—the glow. That soft, colorful ambiance that turns a regular room into something straight out of a dream. RGB lighting isn’t just for gaming setups anymore; it’s become a whole aesthetic on its own. So, whether you’re going for chill vibes, a productivity boost, or just want your place to look sick, RGB is the way to go. 

Here’s how it enhances your space. 

 

Choose your mood

 

 

Feeling cozy? Try a warm orange glow. Ready to lock in for that 11:59 PM deadline? Cool blues and greens should be your choices. Ready to sing some Disney princess songs? Place in the lush pink and have at it. RGB lighting lets you shift the entire vibe of your room with just a click. 

 

From Disney Official GIPHY

 

Why settle for boring white lights when your space can reflect exactly how you feel? It’s like mood swings, but you are more in control, and it's your room that is affected. 

 

Accents that pop

 

Accent lighting has always existed, but RGB takes it up a notch. It can be placed under your desk, behind your TV, around your shelves, or even the toilet bowl (yes, there is an interesting picture of this online). 

 

From Hey Arnorld Official GIPHY

 

It’s cool how a bit of backlighting can make your setup go from “nice” to “nooice” as Jake Peralta would say. 

 

Science behind the colors 

 

Courtesy Next Upgrade Shop

 

RGB lighting isn’t just for show—there’s actual research behind how color affects our mood and productivity. Cool tones like blues and greens are known to help with concentration and calmness, making them perfect for work or study sessions. Meanwhile, warmer tones like reds and oranges can add energy and create a cozy vibe for unwinding. By strategically adjusting your lighting based on what you’re doing, you can subtly hack your brain into staying focused or relaxing when you need it most. It’s not just about aesthetics—it’s about using color to work with you, not against you.

If you’re thinking of getting started, the Lasco Wifi Dreamlight Nordic Floor Lamp is an easy way to add some sleek, customizable RGB to your setup. It’s simple, stylish, and can sit in the corner of the room.


Author

AUTHOR

Louigi Balao

Content Writer

Louigi, better known as Gi, is a content writer for Next Upgrade’s Tech and Gaming sections. In his free time, he enjoys long strolls in his house, loves fantasizing about anime ships that will never bear fruit, and constantly complains about his scuffed Korean backdashes. If you need a quick 3 AM chit-chat, he is your guy. 

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