Use of Room. Lighting is going to be different for a media room and an art studio. In my art studio, I need plenty of light for working. If I have to work in the basement, I need it to be really bright. Style of Room. The style of a room can dictate which lighting you choose for your basement. Our budget was pretty low, so we chose simple exposed lighting. Once we framed the walls and drywalled them, we would have been left with only one light fixture.
Adding more light fixtures was a huge priority. We have ductwork that goes across the ceiling and the area behind it felt really dark, so I made sure that we added lighting there as well.
Recessed lighting can still look amazing in an unfinished basement. It has a cool industrial look. Recessed lighting is installed between the ceiling joists using recessed lighting housing. The trim type determines the amount of light put out. Baffle Trim.
Baffle trim is the most common type of recessed lighting. The bulb sits high in the casing and the ribbed trim prevents glares. This lighting is good for overall lighting. Reflector Trim. Reflector trim is what we considered for the basement. The bulb is still recessed, but the trim is shiny to reflect light. Open Trim. The bulb is flush with the ceiling and offers unrestricted lighting.
Eyeball Trim. Eyeball lighting is for accent lighting. The first time I did this exact project I didn't test the line didn't have a line tester then. I prepped and marked and followed the line and thought I had killed the power but when I went to cut Big blue arc of light, and a big shock that knocked me off the chair I was standing on. I was fine. I was at least using the proper rubber coated wire stripper for cutting the wire so I'm sure that helped.
If there's one thing you do, buy and use a simple voltage tester. Now what are you waiting for? Try it this weekend. Go to Home Depot at lunch and buy the can light, a line tester and a wire stripper and get started. Or go to amazon right now and order them for delivery straight to your house. If you follow the steps in this article you are doing so of your own will and volition, I cannot be held liable for any injuries that you may incur.
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Thank you. Some of us, however, are in the reverse situation of which gender is doing the work and which is complaining about the television going off. I hope you can see this soon. I am in the process of finishing my basement and have no idea how to install recessed lights when I plan to have a drop ceiling. Some articles I read suggest have the ceiling done first, but nothing lines up for me. How did you do it? I'm in the stage of electrical.
Pros : Recessed lighting can create a beautiful environment in your dining room. LED lights now have dimming features and color choices. Use warm, lower-level lighting to add an inviting, comfortable glow.
Pros : As in the dining room, you can create a lovely, warm glow and accentuate your artwork with the proper placement of recessed lights. To achieve the best effect, place the lights two to three feet away from the walls. Cons : Spacing is important to make any room look its best with recessed lighting.
If the ceiling in your room is too small to allow the correct spacing, consider using a chandelier or table and accent lamps instead. Recessed lights in hallways and closets add safety. Pros : If your bathroom ceiling is suited for recessed lights, they can make a stylish statement there. Cons : When it comes to a bathroom or dressing room, many people prefer a vanity mirror with bright lighting that mimics sunlight.
This is the best lighting to use for wearing makeup, using hair color or trying on clothes. To get it, use LED lights that are cool and bright. Recessed lights may not be bright enough to give you the same effect. Pros : Recessed lighting can create a warm, cozy feeling in any room.
This lighting is especially useful to create a reading nook in the room or a reading area around your bed. Cons : It may be excessively complicated to wire and install recessed lights in a garage, shed or other utility areas.
These areas are better served by utilitarian lighting that works with the current ceiling structure. The spacing of recessed lights is important. Space them several feet apart from each other for a stylish appearance.
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