Lighting a Foyer - A Welcoming Entry Light

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The Foyer is your homes way of saying “welcome”, and sets a tone for the rest of your house. It should not be overlooked when updating or deciding on new lighting. If it is a small area, a semi-flush fixture, pendant, chandelier, or wall sconces can provide enough light to make the transition from the outdoors into the home. If it is a larger area, you can also incorporate recessed or track fixtures, for instant drama. In a larger foyer you can create visual interest by adding tables that can hold table lamps, or you may have columns that can be flanked by torchieres. Art on the walls can and should be lit, and plants can be highlighted with portable up lights. There are many ways to invite your guests in with light. If there is a closet in your foyer, be sure there is enough light to see into it. Many people like to use chandeliers in a foyer. The bottom of the chandelier should be at least 8 feet above the floor. If the ceiling is very high the chandelier may be hung higher than 8 feet. If there is a window above the door through which the chandelier will be seen from the outside, the chandelier should be hung centered in relation to the window. A chandelier should be chosen based on the width of the foyer, the ceiling height and any architectural details, such as double doors, or a window above the door.

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A general rule is the chandelier width should be at least the same size in inches as the diagonal measurement of the room in feet. However, there are more ways to calculate the appropriate size of an entry fixture if you have an open floor plan. If your ceiling height is 8 to 9 feet and wont accommodate a chandelier, you may consider a semi-flush fixture. Just measure the distance from your ceiling to the top of your door to make sure the door will clear the fixture. 

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Interior Lighting - Light your Dining Room

Effective lighting in a Dining Room should have the capability of setting a relaxing, romantic mood, as well as a festive, holiday mood. The tabletop should be highlighted and dimmers should be incorporated into your lighting plan.

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Small low voltage recessed lights around the perimeter of the room, lighting art work, collectibles, and niches create ambiance in the room by adding layers of light. This effect can also be done with wall sconces, torchieres, and buffet lamps. For a real design statement, install a decorative ceiling medallion with your chandelier. To determine the right  size fixture, you can start by deducting six inches to one foot from the width of a rectangular or square dining table. That dimension will give you an approximate size to start looking for your chandelier or pendant. Rooms with a high ceiling, or that have a large round dining table can accommodate a larger light fixture to call attention to the setting.

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 Generally, hang chandeliers high enough so that you can see each other across the table. For higher ceilings, raise the pendant or chandelier so that the fixture, and not the chain, is the focal point. If your ceiling is 8 feet high the bottom of the pendant or chandelier should be between 30 to 36 inches above the table. For a higher ceiling the chandelier may be raised 1 inches for every foot of ceiling height above 8 feet. For example for a 10 foot ceiling the proper height would be 32 to 38 inches. And remember a dimmer allows for soft light for dining and bright light for reading or cleaning. Dimming a light only slightly will save energy and extend the life of your light bulbs.

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