Got Lighting questions? Here are some cool tips!
Calculate the amount of light needed in any room by multiplying the length times the width of the room (in feet). Then multiply that number by 1.5. This gives you the number of watts required to provide ambient lighting for the room. If task lighting is needed, multiply the square footage by 2.5 instead of 1.5 to find the wattage. Ceiling fixtures should be at least 7 feet above the floor.
For proper fixture width in a foyer, add the length and width of the area in feet, this will give you the proper width for the fixture in inches. If there is a window above the door, center the fixture in the window so it is visible from outside.
To light a hallway, place a fixture every 8 to 10 feet. If you would like to use wall sconces, place them 6 to 8 feet apart. Wall sconces should be hung 60 inches above the finished floor.
In the dining room the chandelier should be no wider than 12 inches less than the width of the table. The bottom of the fixture should be no lower than 30 inches above the table for an 8 foot ceiling, raise it 3 inches for each additional foot of ceiling height.
In a bathroom, install a bath bar at least 24 inches wide over the mirror in addition to a wall sconce on either side, at least 28 inches apart. This will provide the proper amount of light and avoid creating shadows. Again, wall sconces should be at least 60 inches above the finished floor. If you have a double vanity, either use a bath bar almost as wide as the mirror or place two fixtures, one over each sink. These should be mounted 78 inches above the floor.
Outdoors, you can add wall lanterns on either side of the front door approximately 66 inches above the bottom of the door and slightly above eye level. The height of the lantern should be 1/5 to 1/6 of the entrance height. Use a single lantern on other entrances mounted on the side of the door with the keyhole. Pathways should be lit every 8 to 10 feet.
Keep these tips handy for all your projects.
This list of tips for lighting design provided by BellacorPro, Lighting and Home Furnishings.
For proper fixture width in a foyer, add the length and width of the area in feet, this will give you the proper width for the fixture in inches. If there is a window above the door, center the fixture in the window so it is visible from outside.
To light a hallway, place a fixture every 8 to 10 feet. If you would like to use wall sconces, place them 6 to 8 feet apart. Wall sconces should be hung 60 inches above the finished floor.
In the dining room the chandelier should be no wider than 12 inches less than the width of the table. The bottom of the fixture should be no lower than 30 inches above the table for an 8 foot ceiling, raise it 3 inches for each additional foot of ceiling height.
In a bathroom, install a bath bar at least 24 inches wide over the mirror in addition to a wall sconce on either side, at least 28 inches apart. This will provide the proper amount of light and avoid creating shadows. Again, wall sconces should be at least 60 inches above the finished floor. If you have a double vanity, either use a bath bar almost as wide as the mirror or place two fixtures, one over each sink. These should be mounted 78 inches above the floor.
Outdoors, you can add wall lanterns on either side of the front door approximately 66 inches above the bottom of the door and slightly above eye level. The height of the lantern should be 1/5 to 1/6 of the entrance height. Use a single lantern on other entrances mounted on the side of the door with the keyhole. Pathways should be lit every 8 to 10 feet.
Keep these tips handy for all your projects.
This list of tips for lighting design provided by BellacorPro, Lighting and Home Furnishings.
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