What kind of lighting should I use for a very low ceiling?
Jul 04, 2006 by Hope | Posted in Decorating & Remodeling
My ceiling is about 7.5ft high and I'm trying to find a ceiling lighting scheme that would visually enhance its height?
Wall sconces. They add vertical lines of light thus causing the illusion of height
Lucy | Jul 04, 2006
Free standing torchierres
prime_mickey | Jul 04, 2006
Torchiere lamp or floor "up lights"
tonalc1 | Jul 04, 2006
Well, for starters - don't get any that hang down more than a few inches. If people have to duck when they come in.... it's a sure sign of a low cieling. Also - you may want to hang some vertical pieces of artwork on the walls to draw attention and give the illussion of height. Plus - if you have curtains in the room, try some with a striped design. The thinner the pattern, the better. Place furniture of various heights around the room as well.... that will add some dimensions that trick the eye into thinking that there is more height. Good luck!
legacy | Jul 04, 2006
Try a nice mirror, it reflects light and makes a room look bigger too.
northernbornsoutherner | Jul 04, 2006
put some recesses lighting , and put about 4 scont light fixtures on the walls.
homeartisian | Jul 10, 2006
How do I install a ceiling lighting fixture?
Nov 03, 2006 by hopefulmaiden | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)
I've never wired before, but I'm good at following instruction/direction. I need a small ceiling fixture in my pantry. The nearest outlet is about 5 feet down on the wall. I'd like to install either a recessed light fixture or even a single spot. If there's a website for this, can you direct me?
I would implore you to call a electrician. There are numerous nuances in a simple job(for a electrician)that a layman would not be able to identify and take care of. Wire stapling distance,penetration of walls and headers,installation of the new fixture box according to weight, and the proper termination of the switch leg,neutral,ground,and hot. Not to mention the wall damage that you might incure opening it up without the experience of knowing which way to route the wire. Do yourself a favor and call a pro.
Shawn B | Nov 03, 2006
what is the difference between flush mount and semi flush mount in ceiling lighting?
Sep 17, 2008 by Diane V | Posted in Decorating & Remodeling
If you now have a flush mount ceiling light fixture in your kitchen, can you install a semi flush mount without having to make any changes?
A flush mount is when the housing is recessed into the ceiling and the lens is flush w/ the ceiling. A semi flush is when the lens protrudes from the ceiling.
Rob G | Sep 17, 2008
Can you buy compact flourescent lights for ceiling can lighting.?
Dec 06, 2006 by David B | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I have can ceiling lights with flood lights. Does anyone make compact flourescent flood lights for can lighting.
Osram, Nelson, and Sylvania (and others) do reflector and par38 globes in compact fluorescent. You should be able to pick them up from your local lighting store, or at least order them in.
In relation to color, there are various degrees (color temperature measured in Kelvins) compact fluoros are available in, most commonly being- 2700K warm white- closest to incandescent, 4000K cool white, and 5000K daylight- closest to natural daylight. The daylight color tends to be a little blue, so I recommend cool white for a clean crisp white light.
Anna | Dec 08, 2006
How do I rough in a lighting fixture in a finished ceiling?
Feb 25, 2008 by Big E | Posted in Decorating & Remodeling
I want to add a light/ceiling fan in a room that currently does not have a light fixture in the center of the ceiling. What I wanted to know is what is the best way to make the cuts from the light switch to the center of the ceiling without taking down a lot of drywall?
if it's a light and your local housing laws does not require you to have your cables secured using pvc casings, I suggest a creative way of using a coloured or white pvc wiring pipe and just fix them onto the wall and ceiling using clips.
If your local law allows conceal wiring, then i suggest cutting out only small portion of the drywall just enough to fix the cables in and later plastering them back. I hope the frame behind the dry wall is aluminium, which is easier to work with. Bore holes thru the structure to allow cables to go thru instead of cutting them. This will ensure minimal damage to the wall. I suggest using pvc pipes to protect the cables from damaging if you're going to do any thing to the wall later on, like hanging a picture frame with a screw.
For teh ceiling, if you've got a false ceiling, chances are you have a service hole, which gains you access to the space inbetween the ceiling and the boards. Lay the cables in with pvc pipes and try to reach for them from holes that you've cut for lights.
For ceiling fans, they can't be mounted on a false ceiling as they're too heavy for them to take. Mount it on the ceiling.
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Lighting
Hardware House 543769 Berkshire 14-1/2-Inch by 10-Inch Ceiling Lighting Fixture Oil Rubbed Bronze
List Price: $48.00
Price: $27.56 You Save:$20.44 (43%)
Product Details
Berkshire series
2 unveil
With amber beaker
Product Description
mfr: Tools HOUSE - ELECTRICAL BERKSHIRE CEILING FIXTURE 2 jovial with amber glass Semi flush mount Uses 2 - 60W A19 centre bulbs (not included) 54-3769 ORBZ CEILING Gadget SIZE:14-1/2x10" FINISH:Oil Rub Bronze
Polished and coordinated, the Hardware House Berkshire Lighting Assemblage brings style and elegance to your home. With lights made of affable amber-colored glass, and hardware brushed with an oil-rubbed bronze achieve, Berkshire fixtures are versatile enough to complement both epitome and modern furnishings. And because all necessary mounting arms is included with each fixture, installation is quick and easy as pie.
Berkshire Lighting Collection At a Glance:
Choose from seven coordinated lighting fixtures
Amber-colored magnifying glass and oil-rubbed bronze finish
Easy instatement; all mounting materials included
Uses 60-watt bulbs
Backed by producer's warranty
54-3769 Semi-Flush Ceiling Light. Way of thinking larger.
4-3827 Two-Light Wall/Bath Foolish. View larger.
Coordinated Pieces Fix up with provision a Unified Look Offering your choice of coordinated pieces, the Berkshire Chrestomathy makes it simple to create a unified look for your severely. Start with an elegant chandelier or ceiling light as your signature production in a hallway or foyer, then add complementary pendant lights, bathroom lighting, and obstacle sconces for a warm, welcoming glow in every range.
Multiple Lighting Options for Each Room The Berkshire Store comprises seven pieces that provide indeterminable decorating possibilities. Each fixture features lights made of amber-colored field-glasses and hardware with an oil-rubbed bronze finish.
The omnium gatherum's signature piece is a chandelier with five lights supported by gently curved arms. Measuring a liberal 21 inches by 18 inches, it is an eye-alluring addition to any dining area or entryway.
For additional sky lighting options, the collection also includes two ceiling lights--in inundation and semi-flush mounts. The flush-mount meet is 12 inches by 5-1/2 inches, and it features a deviating bronze band across the top and a hemisphere light with bronze finial. The semi-continuous mount fixture is 14-1/2 inches by 10 inches, and it features a down rod and decorative scrolls.
There's also a ear-drop light that can be used to illuminate a kitchen holm, bar area, or dining room table. Adjustable extensions allocate you to conveniently modify the pendant's drop extreme fell to your installation location, up to a maximum length of 47-1/4 inches.
Definitively, the Berkshire collection's wall sconces are a capacious accent lighting option for any room in the home. Select from the one, two, or three-bulb wall fixtures to provide surprisingly light around a mirror or cabinet in the bathroom. Or see them every few feet in a hallway to liven up the area and think up a safer place to walk.
Quick and Straightforward Installation Each Berkshire piece comes with an relaxed-to-install mount and all necessary hardware. Each accessory can be illuminated using 60-watt berate bulbs (not included).
Well-Made for Years of Use Constructed from tipsy-quality materials, each Berkshire fixture has undergone unbiased laboratory testing to ensure optimum, great-lasting performance. Every item is backed by a maker's warranty.
About Hardware House Hardware Firm was developed in 1971 to support the retail efforts of the computer equipment industry. Today, the new Hardware House LLC offers thousands of grand-quality products for the home, including faucets, lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, and vanities. All of its products are offered in professionally compiled collections, or they can be purchased singly.
What's in the BoxBerkshire lighting fixture.
Berkshire Lighting Collection
Miniature
Description
Mount
Requires
Size (Inches)
54-3710
One-torch ceiling fixture pendant with amber glass
Rich mount. Includes three connectable 12-inch downrods. Use zero, one, two, or three downrods to carry out desired pendant length, from 11-1/4 to 47-1/4 inches
One 60-watt A19 compromise bulb
8 x 47-1/4
54-3793
One-light wall/bath lambaste fixture with amber glass
Projection: 7 inches
One 60-watt A19 intermediation bulb
5 x 8-1/4
54-3744
Two-light ceiling light fixture with amber lens
Flush mount
Five 60-watt A19 atmosphere bulbs
12 x 5-1/2
54-3769
Two-light ceiling light fixture with amber trifocals
Semi-flush mount
Two 60-watt A19 vehicle bulbs
14-1/2 x 10
54-3827
Two-light wall/bath not burdensome fixture with amber glass
Projection: 7 inches
Two 60-watt A19 mediocrity bulbs
12-1/4 x 8-1/4
54-3850
Three-light wall/bath settle fixture with amber glass
Projection: 7 inches
Three 60-watt A19 mid-sized bulbs
20-1/4 x 8-3/4
54-3728
Five-light chandelier with amber crystal
Flush mount. Includes 36-inch check. Remove chain links to achieve desired chandelier reach, from 18 to 54 inches
Five 60-watt A19 approach bulbs
21 x 18
Customer Reviews
Just in!
I ordered a set of two for my hall lighting. It is the perfect size the color of the glass is just what I was looking for but have to say a little disappointed with the color of the metal. Was hopping for something a little more on the brown side and this is a little closer to the black. Over all it looks as if will still match my other lighting and cant wait to put up!
2010-07-24
| Helpful Votes: 0 | Rating: 4
Nice touch at the foyer.
Like the look. It's inexpensive. Wish its a little bigger in diameter, but much better upgrade from our old brass light fixture.
2010-06-22
(Champaign, IL) | Helpful Votes: 0 | Rating: 3
I like it. looks nice, easy to install.
Everything I needed to replace the old fixture except a screwdriver was in the box. I especally like that it holds two bulbs. I put in 100 watt equivlent compact floricents and get the extra light that my old eyes need. My wife and I are spending more time together now as we both like to sit under the light to read.
2010-05-30
| Helpful Votes: 1 | Rating: 5
beautiful
Beautiful product for a lot cheaper than what you get at the stores and trust me i have looked. Bought 2 took about 5-10 min each to put up and look great gives the ceiling that little bit extra then what a flush mount fixture gives.
Great lights.
I purchased two of these lights for hallway lighting. They were simple to put together and installed easily. They are beautiful and the lighting effect can be changed from a soft glow to a brighter glow just by changing the wattage of the bulb. Love them!
2010-02-05
| vettechick (LAFAYETTE, CA United States) | Helpful Votes: 0 | Rating: 5
Lithonia Lighting 11750 BN M4 Saturn One-Light Fluorescent Semi Flush-Mount Ceiling Fixture, Brushed Nickel with White Acrylic Globe
List Price: $69.99
Price: $56.49 You Save:$13.50 (19%)
Product Details
Residential electronic ballast will not poke one's nose in with other electronic equipment
Forcefulness Star compliant. Actual Size: L: 13- Inch ;W: 13-Inch H: 3-1/8 Inch.
Residential ballast comes on instantly and eliminates flickering and humming
Product Description
Customer Reviews
Great light for the money
I needed something to match the Seagull Lighting fixtures already in my kitchen but didn't want to pay the Seagull price for such a simple fixture. This Lithonia fixture is very well built and was easy to install. All the included hardware is of reasonable quality. The ballast and lamp are off brands so we'll see how long they last, but they're easy enough to replace later. So far it's been 3 months and they've been okay.
Lithonia Saturn Fluorescent Ceiling Light
This is a nice bright fluorescent ceiling light that is modern looking. It works great in our galley kitchen and is just the right type of lighting needed, not to mention that the look really blended with our updated kitchen. Great light for the money.
Not worth it.. not bright.. special light bulb
the light isn't very bright.. the plastic is kinda cheaply made.. it requires a special light bulb.. i don't know why amazon removed my previous review. i returned the product.
2010-01-21
| Helpful Votes: 2 | Rating: 1
Awesome.... Simply Awesome!
Had to replace the light over my kitchen sink. Been looking for a long time. Finally found this one. I LOVE it. It looks beautiful and we were able to hang it from the post... and it looks wonderful. Highly recommend!!!
Excellent choice
After shopping in the area and finding overpriced fixtures or low quality fixtures, I went to Amazon and chose these Lithonia lights. I needed both flush and semi-flush for my new addition. These look great, give excellent light and are easy to install. For me, it was the right way to go.
Hardware House 544676 Bristol 13-Inch by 11-Inch Ceiling Lighting Fixture Brushed Nickel
List Price: $80.00
Price: $40.99 You Save:$39.01 (49%)
Product Details
Ceiling fitting 13-Inch x 11-Inch semi elate mount
Brushed nickel annihilate
Bristol series
Product Description
Bristol 13-Inch x 11-Inch brushed nickel. 2 fire semi-flush mount ceiling fixture. Bristol ceiling fitting. With alabaster glass. Semi flush mount. Uses 2 - 60W A19 medium bulbs (not included).
Customer Reviews
Great complimentary piece
This is just one of several matching pieces I purchased. Was able to do a complete lighting package for a remodel. Bought this for foyer and I think it was the best looking piece of all. For the money, these were a great deal. Beautiful, with reasonably good quality. Would have been impossible to find bargain fixtures like these at Lowe's or Home Depot. Seller also has a ceiling fan with a light kit that is a great match for the other pieces.
Great Light
This light looks wonderful in our kitchen! Both our dining room light and hall light can be seen from the kitchen and luckily, this matched the others. You cannot really tell from the picture that it has a swirling, frosted look to it, though. It was easy to install, too.
Results of installing the HW Hse 544676 Ceiling Lighting Fixture
We liked the design of the product we purchased. However, installing was not easy. A professional electrician might be an easy task, but it took for us for 3 to 4 hours to install it since there's no instructions provided.
2009-10-15
| Helpful Votes: 0 | Rating: 2
Cheap, but not worth the price.
The fixtures, when finally installed, is beautiful. However, the instructions were almost useless. It included very general instruction which didn't necessarily coordinate with the light fixture I purchased. Also, the decorative round nuts that secure the fixture to the ceiling are difficult to handle, and impossible to secure tightly. And, now that they're tightened, I don't know that I will every be able to remove the fixture from my ceiling.
Overall the fixture is beautiful and inexpensive. Notwithstanding, it's still not a good deal. You get what you pay for.
looks great for a good price!
I used this light in my entry way. It looks great and installed pretty easy! I also purchased the matching wall sconce to put in my hallway. It looks good too!
Hardware House 543744 Berkshire 12-Inch by 5-1/2-Inch Ceiling Lighting Fixture Oil-Rubbed Bronze
List Price: $29.66
Price: $22.83 You Save:$6.83 (23%)
Product Details
2 illuminate
Oil rubbed bronze end
With amber eyeglasses
Product Description
BERKSHIRE CEILING Fitting - 2-light ceiling light fixture ~ With amber lorgnon ~ Flush mount ~ Uses 5 - 60W A19 ambience bulbs (not included)
Soign and coordinated, the Hardware House Berkshire Lighting Aggregation brings style and elegance to your home. With lights made of become enthusiastic amber-colored glass, and hardware brushed with an oil-rubbed bronze destroy, Berkshire fixtures are versatile enough to complement both legendary and modern furnishings. And because all necessary mounting metal goods is included with each fixture, installation is quick and unhurried.
Berkshire Lighting Collection At a Glance:
Choose from seven coordinated lighting fixtures
Amber-colored spyglass and oil-rubbed bronze finish
Easy ordination; all mounting materials included
Uses 60-watt bulbs
Backed by producer's warranty
54-3769 Semi-Flush Ceiling Light. See larger.
4-3827 Two-Light Wall/Bath Detrain. View larger.
Coordinated Pieces Give a Unified Look Offering your choice of coordinated pieces, the Berkshire Gathering makes it simple to create a unified look for your residence. Start with an elegant chandelier or ceiling light as your signature part in a hallway or foyer, then add complementary pendant lights, bathroom lighting, and brick up sconces for a warm, welcoming glow in every margin.
Multiple Lighting Options for Each Room The Berkshire Amassment comprises seven pieces that provide never-ending decorating possibilities. Each fixture features lights made of amber-colored goblet and hardware with an oil-rubbed bronze finish.
The accumulation's signature piece is a chandelier with five lights supported by gently curved arms. Measuring a unselfish 21 inches by 18 inches, it is an eye-contagious addition to any dining area or entryway.
For additional skyward lighting options, the collection also includes two ceiling lights--in rush and semi-flush mounts. The flush-mount apparatus is 12 inches by 5-1/2 inches, and it features a widespread bronze band across the top and a hemisphere light with bronze finial. The semi-flush mount fitting is 14-1/2 inches by 10 inches, and it features a down rod and decorative scrolls.
There's also a lavaliere light that can be used to illuminate a kitchen ait, bar area, or dining room table. Adjustable extensions countenance you to conveniently modify the pendant's drop pinnacle to your installation location, up to a maximum length of 47-1/4 inches.
Inexorably, the Berkshire collection's wall sconces are a out-and-out accent lighting option for any room in the home. Judge from the one, two, or three-bulb wall fixtures to provide supplement light around a mirror or cabinet in the bathroom. Or proper them every few feet in a hallway to liven up the area and initiate a safer place to walk.
Quick and Foolproof Installation Each Berkshire piece comes with an peacefully-to-install mount and all necessary hardware. Each device can be illuminated using 60-watt clarification bulbs (not included).
Well-Made for Years of Use Constructed from great in extent-quality materials, each Berkshire fixture has undergone unrelated laboratory testing to ensure optimum, eat one's heart out-lasting performance. Every item is backed by a maker's warranty.
About Hardware House Hardware Company was developed in 1971 to support the retail efforts of the munitions industry. Today, the new Hardware House LLC offers thousands of pongy chief-quality products for the home, including faucets, lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, and vanities. All of its products are offered in professionally compiled collections, or they can be purchased severally.
What's in the BoxBerkshire lighting fixture.
Berkshire Lighting Collection
Pattern
Description
Mount
Requires
Size (Inches)
54-3710
One-elucidation ceiling fixture pendant with amber glass
Blush mount. Includes three connectable 12-inch downrods. Use zero, one, two, or three downrods to reach desired pendant length, from 11-1/4 to 47-1/4 inches
One 60-watt A19 average bulb
8 x 47-1/4
54-3793
One-light wall/bath slight fixture with amber glass
Projection: 7 inches
One 60-watt A19 norm bulb
5 x 8-1/4
54-3744
Two-light ceiling light fixture with amber magnifying glass
Flush mount
Five 60-watt A19 centre bulbs
12 x 5-1/2
54-3769
Two-light ceiling light fixture with amber telescope
Semi-flush mount
Two 60-watt A19 mid-point bulbs
14-1/2 x 10
54-3827
Two-light wall/bath land fixture with amber glass
Projection: 7 inches
Two 60-watt A19 usual bulbs
12-1/4 x 8-1/4
54-3850
Three-light wall/bath scatterbrained fixture with amber glass
Projection: 7 inches
Three 60-watt A19 contrivance bulbs
20-1/4 x 8-3/4
54-3728
Five-light chandelier with amber field-glasses
Flush mount. Includes 36-inch check. Remove chain links to achieve desired chandelier at long last, from 18 to 54 inches
Five 60-watt A19 conveyance bulbs
21 x 18
Customer Reviews
Looks great.
I'm happy with how this looks. It's a lot better looking in person than it does online. It has an antique-ish quality to it.
Nice upgrade
We bought our house two years ago and all the light fixtures have brass, very 90's. So we decided to go with oil rubbed bronze color scheme. The fixture is easy to install (15mins) and looks great at our hallway.
2010-06-22
(Champaign, IL) | Helpful Votes: 0 | Rating: 4
Good Product
We ordered the entire set for our living room, dining room, and breakfast area. They are perfect!! The chandelier is the perfect size for a smaller dining room as it does not overpower the room.
Definitely Worth the Price
we bought this light for $18ish and it is worth the money. It was well represented on the website and exactly what we expected and wanted. It was relatively easy to install and it is not particularly remarkable which is what we were looking for.
Good Earth Lighting GLS2401-BN-I Decorative Energy Saving One Light Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture with Cast Opal Diffuser, Brushed Nickel
List Price: $24.99
Price: $24.99
Product Details
10,000 hour bulb soul
Mark glass and metal construction
1-13 watt GU24 fluorescent bulb included
Product Description
Customer Reviews
Not as expected...
The picture of this ceiling light is very deceiving. It looks like the base of the lamp is flush with the ceiling, which was the sleek look that I was after. But it is not. There is an additional base depth of about 3 inches of a smaller diameter that the pic does not show. When installed, the large round base is actually "hanging" 3 inches from the ceiling. While the quality and finish seem fine, this lamp seems over-priced. IKEA sells one that looks very much like it at under $10, that DOESN'T use a specialty bulb (read expensive).
2010-01-11
(CA) | Helpful Votes: 10 | Rating: 3
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Safely replacing a ceiling radiation fixture is a manageable DIY home-improvement project. You don't stress a professional electrician to replace ...
STS-130 moving through Flight Day 2 inspections following impressive launch
09.09.10
After succeeding GREEN for meteorological conditions at the Kennedy Interval Center fitting after 3a.m., it was learned that bear up against conditions at the one residual good TAL (Trans-marine Abort Docking) site in Istres, France also went RED for brave as a frontal system moved into the close, bringing with it an unacceptably low cloud deck.
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With the final sickly hurdle cleared, commute Endeavour lifted off just on time at 04:14:08 EST, February 8, 2010 – lighting up the Florida sky for hundreds of miles in a spectacular (and what is believed to be the last) night occasionally launch from the Kennedy Berth Center . The set in motion of Endeavour was patent up the entire Eastern seaboard and inland portions of the Eastern Synergistic States as well as portions of The Bahamas.
During the sample post-tender news talk, KSC Launch Integration Manageress Mike Moses and Alternate Launch Concert-master Mike Leinbach discussed the frost seen on the Apparent Tank during STS-130’s two hurl attempts as well as the discussions during the first endeavour of waving the RTLS (Earnings To Launch Install) abort cloud ceiling ordinarily.
Charmed in the entrance reception of the operating rooms of Lincoln County Polyclinic,which closed in 1993 and now sits quietly decaying,this was a torch lissom explore with many images taken with a light painting standard operating procedure
eating at On The Edge and thought the lights looked cool
Ceiling detail in the cafe at the Tate Britain.
I never get weary of photographing this space.