Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Important Considerations When Choosing Commercial Recessed Lighting Fixtures

By Krystal Branch


If you have a commercial establishment, you can use many ways to spruce it up. One such option is installing special lights that will create special effects. Whether the establishment is for entertainment or other ordinary businesses, you can use recessed lights. Before you buy commercial recessed lighting fixtures, you must understand a few things.

You must determine the kind of housing you want for the task. If your house is new, you must get something that is meant for new construction. On the other hand if you want something for an existing structure or adding to the existing structure, you must get and old construction or remodeling housing for the best outcome.

The area where the lights will be fixed will determine the fixtures that that can be bought. If the installation is being done on insulated ceiling, you should get IC rated housings. However, if the ceiling is not insulated, you can get IC rated or non-IC housings. You should also consider the energy efficiency levels of the unit you are purchasing. Most of the old systems had many penetrations allowing air to pass through thus straining your heating and cooling systems.

You should check whether the area of installation is very damp before you get the fixture. There are areas that are not directly exposed to water but have extreme moisture levels. In such a case, you should get a fixture that is classified as UCL or UL since it will withstand the moisture levels. In terms of fire ratings, these products also score highly.

You must also consider the trim when making the purchase because this is the only part of the recessed light that is visible. The trims are available in different sizes and colors. The trim must also correspond with the housing being used. Remember, many trims will can be used with one housing so it is possible to get exactly what you want.

You have to think of the lamp or bulb that will be used for the job. The housing and trim that you have already selected will determine the choice you make. Your preferences may also determine the choice you will make. Some of the bulb choices include metal halide, high intensity discharge, incandescent and florescent among others.

Before making the purchase, it is necessary to evaluate the supplier that you will be buying from. Getting someone with a wide variety of products can be highly beneficial because your preferences will be fully met. Getting the products are fair rates is also important. You should therefore get several quotes to find out who has the best rates. You should also check for product warranties since it is the guarantee that you are getting the right quality.

With these tips in mind when searching for commercial recessed lighting fixtures, it will be possible to get the best ones. One will also make the purchase at an affordable price. With a warranty, one will also be sure they are the right quality and will therefore last long enough to justify the cost involved.




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