Indoor downlight application decoration
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How to pick the right type of LED downlights
Types of Downlights
- Fixed Downlights
Fixed downlights are the cheapest and most common type of light. They are mounted directly to the ceiling, pointing downwards. The intensity of these lights depends on the bulb inside the fixture’s globe. The lower the beam angle, the greater the intensity of the light. For example, a fixed downlight with a beam angle of 40° produces 37fc. However, when you increase the beam angle to 120°, the intensity decreases to 17fc. However, the area illuminated increases as the beam angle increases. Professionals often recommend placing multiple downlights at 40° for sufficient ambient lighting. - Adjustable Downlights
These lights are very practical due to their angle adjustment feature. You can move them in all directions according to your lighting requirements. However, the range of angle adjustability varies from brand to brand. If you are looking for spotlights to highlight specific areas of your house, these lights will work well. However, most of these lights are considered luxury items, which is not always the case. In addition to accent lighting, you can also use these adjustable downlights as task lighting. For example – if you have paperwork, you can tilt the fixture towards your workstation. These versatile features make adjustable downlights popular today - Dimmable Downlights
Lighting requirements vary from one part of the room to another. In addition, the need for light intensity varies from day to day and task to task. For example, lighting with higher brightness levels is essential when you are studying in your room. But when you are relaxing in bed, such lighting may be disturbing. In this case, dimmable downlights will fulfill all your lighting needs. You can adjust the intensity of the light according to your needs and mood.
- Recessed
Recessed lights are downlights that mount directly to the ceiling. These lights are designed for false ceilings where you can punch holes and insert fixtures. Depending on the installation area, you will find two types of recessed lighting – IC and non-IC rated. This rating is a must consider when purchasing recessed lights, especially if you have an insulated home. LED recessed lights are excellent as downlights. They are energy efficient and easy to install. You can mount them on the ceiling using spring clamps or compressor clamps. All you need to do is push the fixture vertically into the hole. When you insert the fitting, the spring presses down into the ceiling, securing the downlight.For more information you can check the IC Ratio. Non-IC rated recessed luminaires. - Surface Mount
Mounted downlights are installed in concrete ceilings. You can quickly fix them using the brackets provided. Thus, with these downlights, you don’t have to bother with drilling holes in the ceiling. As a result, the installation process is more straightforward compared to recessed installations. These types of downlights are available in different sizes. Moreover, they are perfect for ambient lighting. If you are looking for general lighting for your house, then surface mounted recessed lights will work well.
- Suspension
Suspended downlights stay suspended at ceiling height – such as the Eclipse surface downlight. These lights add extra visual interest to your lighting. You can use them in living areas, hallways, reading rooms and more. These lights are also ideal for dining room lighting.
Common problems of downlights and their solutions
Reason:
1.Loose wiring: the wires of the downlight often come loose, causing the fixture to bounce. This can be caused by overuse of the light or some internal problem when installing the fixture.
2. dimmer switch:
The downlight is connected to a dimmer switch. If the dimmer is not compatible with the fixture, it may cause flickering.
3. Inferior LEDs: Sometimes, the downlight may be equipped with 4. inferior LEDs. due to the defects of this manufacturer, your downlight may have flickering problems.
5. Power surge: Power surge is a sudden increase in the voltage of the lamp which may damage the fixture. If such a problem exists in your home or office, it may cause the downlight to flicker.
6. Older electrical panels: Older apartments have outdated electrical panels that are unable to meet the power demands of the new generation of electronics. If your house has such a panel, it may cause the lights to flicker.
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