For general illumination, use 2” or 4” recessed halogen lighting overhead then layer additional lighting with lamps. Popular bulbs:
● Edison style- silver tipped bulbs for a softer glow
● Frosted bulbs and pink bulbs- three way or with dimmers
Reading In Bed
Love to read in bed? The typical height for a swing arm lamp is 42” from the bottom of the shade to the floor. Both Christopher Norman and Hinson-Hansen have good choices. Adding dimmers is advisable.
Holiday Gift Idea!
If you or a friend have a putting green, add this great lighted flag for evening play! Available at Hinkley’s Lighting Factory. Ask for Eric! More details in this spec sheet.
Lighting Placement
A guide for a dining room chandelier is to hang it 60-66″ from the floor. Bathroom sconces are typically 66″ from the finished floor. If you have a console table in your design, add the outlet 28″ high from the finished floor to eliminate cords showing. Light switches placed 1-1/2″ – 2″ from the door casing won’t interfere with art.
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