All
of us have purchased lighting products at some point or the other.
However, very few of us know that there are different types of
lighting and their applications are different. Knowing this can help
you in planning and installing the right kind of lights, fixtures and
lighting accessories for the interiors and exteriors of buildings.
Here are the three major kinds of lights you will need to know.
Ambient
Lighting (General Lighting)
Ambient lighting also called as the general lighting is the most
common type of lighting we always see around us and usually buy in
the market. This is a soft glow that covers the entire scape inside a
room just enough for you to function without any harsh glare. In
cinematography and photography, this lighting is also called as
natural light within a room. One limitation to ambient lighting is
you cannot depend on it to work closely with things or to highlight
the things present around you in the room. Recessed or track lights
work well with several kinds of ceilings. If the ceiling is low, you
must ensure the light you choose is not harsh. Chandeliers and
pendent lighting are options under this segment to create stunning
effects inside your home.
Task
Lighting
You
may say accent lighting or task lighting is a smaller or more
concentrated light. You will need task lighting when you are working.
Some people also call this office lighting. When you do projects,
task lighting can help you. This finer light is a great option for
reading, cooking, writing, sewing, painting and several other works.
While installing task lighting, you must use it as a contrasting
light. When you have a low room lit with a desk lamp turned on, it is
a more effective set up to work on the desk with a lesser glare when
compared to lighting the whole room with a bright light.
Accent
Lighting
Accent
lighting is a highly concentrated lighting that is installed with the
goal of drawing the eyes to the given focal point. This is an
invaluable way to add style and a dramatic effect to your interiors.
The main purpose of accent lighting is to illumine the pictures or
objects you wish to highlight. The other dull areas can be shadowed.
The different applications of accent lighting are wall washing,
bookcase displays, art work, pieces of furniture, showcasing the
collectibles and the general architecture of your home.
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