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Fri, Nov 12, 10 at 10:32
| Our MBR has old-fashioned downlights similar to the old-fashioned spotlights with big white trim. They do not give off good light to the whole room (14x18) and look ugly. Trying to figure out what to do. Have a ceiling fan (no light and do not want one. It was suggested that I just change out the old fashioned downlights with new style halogens. But that is really task lighting - have it in the kitchen.
I was thinking of sconces but am told they are for accent (not enough light) and won't light the room. Help! Does anyone have any ideas?? |
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| Yep. A good old fashioned, simple, surface-mount light in the center of the ceiling - like all houses used to have 40-50 years ago. It will provide both direct and indirect light, unlike recessed lights which provide only direct light and produce heavy shadows unless installed in great numbers. |
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- Posted by captsmethwick (My Page) on Thu, Nov 18, 10 at 6:25
| Our Master has only one smallish West-facing window and is naturally dimly illuminated. We have 2 switched bedside lamps and 2 dimmed sconces with no ceiling fixtures whatsoever and find it quite sufficient. I work with the guide of 1W per sq ft as starters and then think about where I want the light to be. |
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