5 tips for installing Spotlights in your living room
A well-lit living room with Spotlight is original. The atmosphere in the living room should be warm and inviting, with light playing an important role.
Which Spotlights to install?
It is not for nothing that the living room is called the living room, as it is where people spend time with family and friends. The choice of Spotlights to install is the first thing to do. The light you get will depend on your choice. You will find different types on the market.
How many Spotlights can be built in?
The number needed depends on the size of the living room, the desired atmosphere, the decoration, the furniture and the colour of the room. For a living room, the optimum number is 300 lux per square metre. If you like a subdued or cosy atmosphere, 50 lux per square metre is ideal.
Spotlights compact fluorescent fittings
This type of Spotlight is different from the previous one, they do not consume much energy. The heat released is low. The problem is that the ignition time is a bit long.
Spotlights halogen recessed
They are directly related to the source of electric light. Usually, they come with equipment: a GU10 socket and a bulb of choice whether LED, halogen or compact fluorescent. They are energy consuming and give off a lot of heat.
Spotlights recessed LEDs
Its particularity is that they do not protrude from the false ceiling. At the moment, this is the most popular type of lamp due to its many advantages. With a long life and low energy consumption.
Spotlights built-in or Spotlights surface-mounted?
It must be recessed on the false ceiling. If you don't have one, you can either install one or choose the projecting ceiling light. The minimum distance between the ceiling and the false ceiling should be 10 cm and 50 cm between each Spotlight. These measures should be taken into account to avoid overheating. This is not the case with the Spotlight LED, they can be installed on a false ceiling that is 4 to 5 cm from the ceiling.
How to decorate with Spotlights ?
The design above all. Since you want a brightly lit and well-decorated space, the straight layout should be avoided so you don't have a hospital-like room. Opt for a very original alignment. Why not a circular lighting around the sofas, tables or places you want to show off?
Installing the Spotlights inserts
The choice is made and now it's time to install your Spotlights. Indeed, this is the last step. If you do not have the knowledge required for the installation, call on the experts. Explain your expectations to them in order to obtain a better result.
