Lighting

Objective 4.05

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 Introduction
 Functions of lighting

 Select appropriate lighting for

various situations

 Identify light sources

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 Topics of Discussion
 Purpose of lighting
 Sources of light
 Types of lighting fixtures

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 Purpose
 General lighting – background or
ambient lighting. Produces enough
light to see everything in the room
 Task lighting – focuses light on an
area where it is most needed for a
specific task
 Accent lighting – create a
dramatic effect

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 Sources of light
 Natural light – sunlight through windows
or doors

 Artificial light – lamps & light fixtures

 Incandescent - warm & flattering
 Fluorescent – produce more light; last
longer; blueish cast
 Halogen – more efficient; whiter & more
intense light; become very hot
 Fiber optics – rope lighting; use for displays
 LED’s – Light emitting diode; lasts 10 times
as long as fluorescent bulbs

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 Types of Lighting Fixtures
 Structural Lighting
 Permenant
 Valance lighing
 Luminous ceiling panels
 Cove lighting
 Soffit lighting
 Strip lights
 Downlights
 Wall washers
 Cornice lighting

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  Nonstructural Lighting
 Fixtures that can be moved or
replaced
 Ceiling and wall fixtures for general
lighting
 Track lighting – series of cans
attached to a strip mounted at the
ceiling; used for accent lighting
 Lamps – used for direct, indirect,
and task lighting

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 Decorating with Light
 The purpose determines how much light
is needed
 Combine structural and nonstructural
lighting
 Downlighting – ceiling fixture is most
common
 Uplighting – light reflected off the ceiling;
enhance the height of the room
 Wall-washing – makes a space seem
wider

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 Room by Room
 Entryway, Hallways, & Stairs
 Engaging and welcoming
 Pendant light
 Lamps

 Cove or bracket
 Accent lighting

 Safety
 Lightstairs at top & bottom
 Hallways every 8 to 10 ft.

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  Living Room & Family Room
 General lighting for entertaining or
TV viewing
 Dimmer controls

 Task lighting for reading or work

 Lamps

• Place over right or left shoulder

• Bottom of shade at eye level

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  Dining Room
 Attractive and functional
 Chandelier or pendant
 Track lighting

 Cornice lighting

 Wall sconces

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  Kitchen
 General downlighting
 Ceiling fixture
 Luminous ceiling panels

 Soffit or track– to direct light

where needed
 Small fluorescents under cabinets

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  Bedroom
 Overhead light
 Recessed fixture
 Ceiling fixture

 Ceiling fan with light

 Bedside light

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  Bathroom
 Safety is main concern
 Ceiling fixture
 Recessed downlights

 Strip lights around mirror avoids

shadows

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 Lighting Controls
 Switches

 Dimmers

 Programmable switches

 Timers

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 Saving Energy
 Do not leave lights on in unused
rooms
 Replace inefficient incandescent
bulbs
 Occupancy sensors – motion
sensors
 Fluorescents last 10 times longer
than incandescent
 Use LED bulbs

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 Lighting Purposes
 Safety

 Complete tasks

 Comfort

 Mood

 Accent details

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