Today, people who seek to follow modern trends in room design are thinking about buying directional light fixtures. They are the most sought after.
Of particular interest are directional light fixtures designed for ceiling mounting. And this is no coincidence: with the advent of suspended ceilings, it is this type of lighting that is the most convenient, suitable and aesthetic for rooms. However, a directional light can be placed not only at the top of the ceiling. It is very convenient to use to highlight decor elements. Often such lamps are used on steps, in cabinets, etc.
If the buyer has already set up to purchase directional light fixtures, he should adhere to the following recommendations when purchasing and installing.
Recommendations for choosing the perfect option
To begin with, you should think over and decide which type of fixtures will be preferable - fixed or guided. The former will be ideal in general lighting, while the latter are excellent for high-quality accent lighting. For such fixtures, you can use both modern energy-saving lamps and halogen ones. The choice is up to the buyer.
The advantages of energy-saving lamps are clear from the name. And halogen ones are good because they give a bright light, they delight with excellent color rendition, which provides “juicy”, beautiful shades, and makes it possible to create almost any color effects. In halogen lamps, a certain gas is used, which allows them to shine brighter, without reducing the service life. If modern halogen lamps with different scattering angles from the reflector are used in the fixtures, an ideal result can be achieved.
You should consider the optimal power for lighting a particular area.
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You should carefully read the manual and the inscriptions on the package. They indicate the parameters of the holes in the ceiling that are needed for the lamp. Do not “sculpt” directional lights too close. The manual indicates which distance should be kept to a minimum during installation. It is imperative to leave a certain amount of space (it is also indicated in the manual), because the recessed luminaire needs cooling, which ensures air circulation.
Transformer need
For products with a power of 12 V, you definitely need a transformer. Typically, manufacturers complete such lamps with transformers of the required power. If the device is not in the package, you must purchase it separately.
Recessed luminaires have a fairly simple installation system that even a beginner can handle. Manufacturers provide the product with detailed manuals, which can serve as a kind of instruction for the installation and use of lamps.