Spotlights

The standard single chandelier is gradually becoming a thing of the past, giving way to a more modern spotlight. It has a number of advantages with which it is impossible to compare the lighting from a single large ceiling suspension. Spotlights are made using different lighting elements, which allows you to choose the necessary models for almost any ceiling.

Lighting plays an important role in creating the right atmosphere in the room. Often, because of the design features of an apartment or house, when the chandelier is an unaffordable luxury, you have to look for alternative lighting options. Here point lights come to the rescue. They are flat lamps of small diameter, which are either embedded in the surface of the ceiling, or superimposed on it when it is impossible to install built-in options.There are many types of spotlights on the market, which differ not only in materials but also in design features.

Spotlights can be installed in any room, regardless of its style and functionality. For some rooms, spot lights are the best solution. These include bathroom, nursery, kitchen. Spotlights will be an outlet for rooms with low ceilings, because they do not take much space.

A large selection of point patterns of various designs is presented. Basically, this applies to overhead options, however, for the mortise models, you can pick up something unusual. For example, there are many interesting colors and texture coatings, allowing to make such lamps one of the brightest accents.

Thus, point lighting is a very convenient modern lighting solution that combines functionality, singularity and beauty.

All spotlights have the same structure. They are attached with a special bracket. The bracket is screwed to the ceiling, and directly into it mount the integral body of the lamp. If you disassemble the structure of the lamp, it consists of a cartridge and a protective glass or ceiling (depending on the model). There are also those that are made only in the form of a cartridge, and light bulbs are bought for them, implying the presence of protective glass.

Lighting varies in all parameters. There are models that offer light of different temperatures and directivity, diffused light or bright, and the like. An important characteristic is power. As a rule, for built-in ceiling lights can not pick up too powerful light bulbs.

There is also the danger of fire. That is why it is necessary to choose the highest quality lamps from trusted manufacturers who give a guarantee for your product, otherwise the whole room may suffer, and not just the location of the fire source.

Another feature is the small size of the fixtures. It is not only about the diameter, but also about the cartridge. Modern models are produced in ultra-thin design, requiring about 5 cm of space to be fixed to a cartridge.

There is a huge list of point patterns. A special variety of dazzling ceiling lights, suitable for plasterboard ceilings, and for ordinary, and for the stretch, and even for the slatted ceiling, which is a wonder for modern interiors.

To begin with, it is important to mention again that the fine lighting is divided into two large groups: overhead and embedded. Both in that, and in other complete set let out lamps of a directional light. The rotary mechanism, which supplemented such spots, allows you to adjust the direction of the light flux. Directing and amplifying reflectors are able to slightly disperse the light, illuminating a large area without additional energy costs. Please note that the spotlight spotlights will also act as a decorative addition.

They look good in furniture, when you need to do something to do with lighting. For example, the most frequent option is to install luminaires along the upper edge of the cabinet, so that its contents can be better seen.

To create a built-in backlight using LED or fluorescent energy-saving light bulbs. Both of these species do not overheat, consume little electricity and shine brightly enough. The differences are in service life and price: LED lamps work up to 50,000 hours and are quite expensive, while the limiting time of energy-saving lamps is 20,000 hours, and their cost is two times lower than that of LED models.

Modern manufacturers offer a variety of solutions, each of which is popular and relevant in specific cases.

The most interesting is the built-in ceiling lighting “starry sky”. In this case, the diode lamps are placed above the surface of the ceiling, as a result of which the majority of light is lost somewhere between the stretch ceiling and the capital one.This option is not suitable as the main lighting, but it looks very impressive.

Original dual spotlights will ensure that the light from one mount can be directed to two different objects.

Speaking of overhead spotlights, it is impossible not to mention the model on the rod. They most resemble ordinary sconces, but they have much greater light output, allowing you to redirect the light as needed. For example, similar spotlights on a rod are perfect as a bedside lamp for reading or an expressive element over an important picture or photo.

Design ideas are inexhaustible, and today there are a huge number of samples. Decorative overhead spotlights with pendants - one of the most interesting and worthy.

Spotlights make both large and small, but the diameter of the mortise models is limited to 15 cm. This is due to the fact that the holes for mounting larger diameter will damage the canvas of the stretch ceiling. Since point lighting - it is their prerogative, manufacturers have refused to release the point of larger diameter lamps in general.

For built-in backlight limited and configuration. Only round specimens are produced, since models with corners will lead to rupture of the PVC film of the stretch ceiling, and in the future it will be necessary to dismantle the entire structure.

The bodies of overhead lamps can be arbitrarily large (within reasonable limits) and be of any shape: square, circle, crystal. The most important thing is that their mounting should not be more than 15 cm in diameter, otherwise the installation will not succeed. When choosing overhead models, be sure to pay attention to the size of the case. Its diameter should be at least 1 cm larger than the diameter of the mount, otherwise fixing elements will look ugly from under the lamp body.

If you wish, you can easily find the right luminaire model., which will have the required size and shape. Remember, do not install too large spotlights. It would be more correct to either place a group of lamps or pick up a flat ceiling chandelier for them to replace.

When mounting, the distance between the point elements should not exceed 100 cm, while the distance to the wall should be at least 60 cm.

Spotlights produced from various materials, the leaders of which are plastic, metal and glass. All three samples are usually present in the lamp, but in different proportions.

Of particular interest are overhead models that can be made of unusual materials. There are crystal and even plaster models. If the lamps with crystal still more or less got accustomed, then gypsum variants are used extremely rarely due to the fact that gypsum is extremely impractical material.

Dot highlighting produced in a variety of colors.This includes not only the colors of the buildings themselves, but also the shades of light. With them, and should start.

Spotlights can give both warm and cold light. The temperature of the light flux is measured in kelvins. Usually information about what kind of light can be obtained is indicated on the packaging of the light bulb. The lower the temperature on the Kelvin scale, the softer the light: for example, the temperature at 2700 K is equivalent to the warm yellow-orange light from Edison's light bulbs, and at 8000 K - to medical cold white-violet.

The variety of colors on the spotlight market is also striking. A classic white copy is no longer an obvious choice. Replaced came a lot of options: gold-plated, bright monophonic and even with drawings.

Most of the samples are presented in metallic colors, such as black copper, bronze, brass, satin-chrome, and gilding. Imitate not only the color, but also the texture of the metal.

There are models with a pattern and ornament. In addition to the geometric motifs presented in abundance, you can pick up an interesting color for cracked metal.For example, black samples with gold streaks, as well as stylized marble, are very popular.

Of particular interest is the most daring of all solutions - the use of photo printing. You can custom-made the body of the lamp, then it will place any selected image, including a photographic one. Of course, the quality of the picture so far leaves much to be desired, but such ideas will allow repeating motifs from furniture, curtains and other things and, thanks to lamps, bring together the separate elements of the situation together.

Textured sticky coating can imitate not only the color, but also the material itself. For example, thanks to this invention, it became possible to install "wooden" models.

The location of the fixtures should be considered first. This is especially true of the ceiling lighting under the stretch ceiling. If you do not strengthen the place of installation of lamps in advance and do not isolate these places in the ceiling, the installation of lamps without dismantling the ceiling will not be possible.

To determine the most advantageous arrangement, you can use a simple technique.Draw the outlines of the room on an ordinary checkered piece of paper, and then mark how you plan to place the lamps. Afterwards, transfer the cells in the scale to the ceiling, and you will know the exact places to install.

Spot lights can be arranged both symmetrically and randomly. Both options look decent and interesting. If you plan to hang a chandelier or install additional light sources, for example, floor lamps, you can build a layout for fixtures relative to them. If you plan to use only spot lights, try to install in the so-called "working" areas a large concentration of lighting devices.

It is not necessary to fix the same spotlights. Often for the zoning of the premises use several versions of lamps, for example, built-in niches, spots over works of art and square overhead over the seating area. Create several compositions on the plan, and then select the one that best suits you.

When calculating the required number of lamps, push off from the following. Experts recommend installing one LED lamp on 1.5 square.m square premises. For example, to fully illuminate a room of 12 square meters. m, you need 8 fixtures.

Great confidence among consumers enjoy European manufacturers. Italian, Spanish, German, Belgian designs have won universal recognition due to the high quality of their products, durability and interesting design.

The most unusual samples are made by Italy. It can be said that the Italian masters dictate the fashion for lamps, since it is here that the latest trends and tendencies are felt first. Unfortunately, not every Italian model can afford it: Italy mainly specializes in the production of luxury lamps.

If you want to get a quality model at a reasonable price, take a look at Turkish-made lamps. Turkey keeps in the lead precisely because of the combination of democratic cost and high quality fixtures.Also, Turkish manufacturers offer interesting modern designs that meet the latest fashion trends in interior design.

Chinese spotlights should not be bought, because in case of a fire, not only the lamp itself will deteriorate, but also the surrounding details of the furniture, including the ceiling covering. Its replacement will be much more expensive than the timely purchase of high quality spot bulbs.

Russian manufacturers, unfortunately, offer samples of average quality, while keeping prices at European levels.

To make the right choice, be guided, first of all, by safety requirements. Due to inadequate ventilation, the spot light can easily ignite, thereby damaging the ceiling. To avoid this, it is better to give the choice to high-quality models with LEDs. LEDs practically do not heat up in the process of work, besides they are the safest of all. LED bulbs are hard to damage, and their service life is the longest.

If you decide to choose other lighting elements, pay attention to the maximum power requirements:

• For incandescent lamps - up to 60 W;
• Rotary spot models with any elements - 40-60 V;
• Halogen lamps - up to 35-50 watts.

Think about the design of the lamp. For spacious rooms with high ceilings, it is advisable to give preference to unusual overhead models, as they diversify the interior and visually hide a little space, making the room more comfortable. For small rooms, it is advisable to select a small built-in lighting to match the color of the ceiling. Imperceptible structures will not have any impact on the overall appearance of the room, but only create the necessary level of illumination.

Below is a photo gallery of examples of how spotlights look like in different rooms, and a brief commentary is attached to each image.

In a small bathroom, it is enough to use only spotlights as the main lighting. When choosing, pay attention to such a characteristic of the lamp as tightness: you need a level not lower than IP44, otherwise the lamps will not withstand the long exposure to steam and temperature changes.

Overhead spotlights are installed not only on the ceiling, but also on the walls.They create an unusual lighting, which does not carry the functional load, and acts only as an element of design. Despite the fact that many avoid the use of cold white light, in this case it looks more than appropriate.

Ceiling "starry sky" - a great choice for the living room. Such illumination requires the installation of additional light sources, and here the ceiling lighting is complemented by a dotted LED, installed around the perimeter of the room. Pay attention to how niches are beautifully highlighted. With the help of spotlights hidden in them, managed to create the illusion of light, as if pouring from nowhere.

Installing lights along the stairs will eliminate the need to turn on the overhead light at night, if you, for example, go down to drink a glass of water. An economical and smart solution for large houses.

In the bedroom, the bed is the main interior element, and you need to somehow select it. In this case, the designers have created an unusual lighting for the head, placing lamps on its perimeter. The backlight has its own switch and can be lit separately from the ceiling lightwhich gives the room originality.

Furniture lighting - a convenient solution that allows you not to rummage around in search of the right thing, but immediately get it. It is used in kitchens, dressing rooms, laundries and helps to create another unusual unobtrusive accent.

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