Choosing Basement Lighting For Your Newly Remodeled Basement
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As dank storage spaces, basements often lack proper lighting. This might not seem like an issue when you don�t spend very much time in the room, but if you�re planning to renovate your basement, poor lighting can be a big problem. In addition to keeping you safe by lighting your way, the right fixtures can add some ambiance to your basement and banish the darkness normally associated with rooms that are underground. Of course, choosing your lighting solution will depend upon your planned use for your basement, but here are some basic ideas.
First, you should make the most of any natural light you might have access to, including any aboveground windows. Windows are excellent for letting light into the room, and you can reflect more of it throughout your basement by painting the walls a lighter color.
If you like the look of a window with light streaming through it, but you don�t have the benefit of a window, you can create a faux window. Simply frame out an area for a window, trim it, paint the wall behind it white, and install some bright daylight-spectrum bulbs. Finish the window with blinds or sheer curtains so the illusion will be complete.
One of the most common choices for basement lighting fixtures is recessed can lights. If your basement has finished ceilings, you may want to consider cutting holes in the drywall or tiles, and sinking these canisters into them. These lights are easy to install and provide ample lighting for virtually any activity. They�re even available in a variety of sizes, so you can choose whether you�d rather light your basement with a few larger recessed lights or many smaller ones. In case you�re worried that having hot lights so close to your ceiling will result in a fire, remember that many of the newer recessed lighting fixtures have a mechanism to automatically switch the lights off if they begin to overheat.
Track lighting is also popular because it consists of multiple adjustable lights that hang from a track that runs along the ceiling. Like recessed lighting, track lights provide a wide swath of light, but they can also be moved independently to cast light from a variety of angles.
If you need supplementary lights to better illuminate small areas within the basement, there are always pendant lights. These lights provide focused, brilliant light that might be necessary over pool tables, dining areas, wet bars, home offices, and anywhere else where you really need to see what you�re doing. There are many pendant fixtures on the market, so you�ll be able to find an appropriate solution for your basement, no matter what style you like.
There are many other types of lighting on the market today, so feel free to explore all of your options. Just remember that it may take a combination of several types of lights to properly illuminate your basement, and you�ll need to take the time to visualize how all of your fixtures will work together.
About The Author: Christopher Behan is a professional writer specializing in the home improvement industry. His writing focuses on basement remodeling and other home remodeling products and services. His work has been featured on multiple home improvement websites. http://www.1800basement.com/manchester
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Article Title: Choosing Basement Lighting For Your Newly Remodeled Basement
Author: Christopher Behan
Word Count: 522
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As dank storage spaces, basements often lack proper lighting. This might not seem like an issue when you don�t spend very much time in the room, but if you�re planning to renovate your basement, poor lighting can be a big problem. In addition to keeping you safe by lighting your way, the right fixtures can add some ambiance to your basement and banish the darkness normally associated with rooms that are underground. Of course, choosing your lighting solution will depend upon your planned use for your basement, but here are some basic ideas.
First, you should make the most of any natural light you might have access to, including any aboveground windows. Windows are excellent for letting light into the room, and you can reflect more of it throughout your basement by painting the walls a lighter color.
If you like the look of a window with light streaming through it, but you don�t have the benefit of a window, you can create a faux window. Simply frame out an area for a window, trim it, paint the wall behind it white, and install some bright daylight-spectrum bulbs. Finish the window with blinds or sheer curtains so the illusion will be complete.
One of the most common choices for basement lighting fixtures is recessed can lights. If your basement has finished ceilings, you may want to consider cutting holes in the drywall or tiles, and sinking these canisters into them. These lights are easy to install and provide ample lighting for virtually any activity. They�re even available in a variety of sizes, so you can choose whether you�d rather light your basement with a few larger recessed lights or many smaller ones. In case you�re worried that having hot lights so close to your ceiling will result in a fire, remember that many of the newer recessed lighting fixtures have a mechanism to automatically switch the lights off if they begin to overheat.
Track lighting is also popular because it consists of multiple adjustable lights that hang from a track that runs along the ceiling. Like recessed lighting, track lights provide a wide swath of light, but they can also be moved independently to cast light from a variety of angles.
If you need supplementary lights to better illuminate small areas within the basement, there are always pendant lights. These lights provide focused, brilliant light that might be necessary over pool tables, dining areas, wet bars, home offices, and anywhere else where you really need to see what you�re doing. There are many pendant fixtures on the market, so you�ll be able to find an appropriate solution for your basement, no matter what style you like.
There are many other types of lighting on the market today, so feel free to explore all of your options. Just remember that it may take a combination of several types of lights to properly illuminate your basement, and you�ll need to take the time to visualize how all of your fixtures will work together.
About The Author: Christopher Behan is a professional writer specializing in the home improvement industry. His writing focuses on basement remodeling and other home remodeling products and services. His work has been featured on multiple home improvement websites. http://www.1800basement.com/manchester
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