Browse Forums Lighting + Lighting Design 1 Jul 21, 2009 12:01 pm We've got our pre-start meeting booked on the 20th of August. Finalisation of our electrical plan occurs on the same day. I've been considering the sort of lighting we're going to install once the house is built and handed over. Originally, I was thinking of installing downlights in the open plan living area (family/dining/kitchen), as well as the home theatre and games room. The plan was to get junction boxes installed by the builder to make it easier down the track. Now I'm thinking it might be a better idea to look into more energy efficient lighting, opting for a combination of oyster lighting & CFL or LED downlights (dimmable for the theatre). With this in mind, is there anything we should make sure we have included on the electrical plan at pre-start? New beginnings. Re: Pre-start pondering... 3Jul 25, 2009 11:25 pm Hi there Locus, Sorry, my wife has just had a baby but, i'm back to help Ok, now as regulations have changed, there is one thing that doesn't change, and that is ... how can you save money?? In the long run, you are much better off installing oyster lights (preferably T5 electronic), and led lights (preferably high output). This way, you will be way ahead of the eight ball (technology wise), and miles ahead on your electricity bill. Don't get me wrong, halogen downlights are great, affordable, and a great all rounder. Being 12v low voltage, you will save money, but lets not forget, that this technology is at least 15 years old. Today's consumer has many better options. Hope this helps. Re: Pre-start pondering... 4Jul 27, 2009 10:01 am MICA Hi there Locus, Sorry, my wife has just had a baby but, i'm back to help Ok, now as regulations have changed, there is one thing that doesn't change, and that is ... how can you save money?? In the long run, you are much better off installing oyster lights (preferably T5 electronic), and led lights (preferably high output). This way, you will be way ahead of the eight ball (technology wise), and miles ahead on your electricity bill. Don't get me wrong, halogen downlights are great, affordable, and a great all rounder. Being 12v low voltage, you will save money, but lets not forget, that this technology is at least 15 years old. Today's consumer has many better options. Hope this helps. Thanks Mica. Do you need junction boxes installed for LED and CFL downlights like you do with halogens? New beginnings. Re: Pre-start pondering... 5Jul 28, 2009 2:37 pm MICA Hi there Locus, Sorry, my wife has just had a baby but, i'm back to help Ok, now as regulations have changed, there is one thing that doesn't change, and that is ... how can you save money?? In the long run, you are much better off installing oyster lights (preferably T5 electronic), and led lights (preferably high output). This way, you will be way ahead of the eight ball (technology wise), and miles ahead on your electricity bill. Don't get me wrong, halogen downlights are great, affordable, and a great all rounder. Being 12v low voltage, you will save money, but lets not forget, that this technology is at least 15 years old. Today's consumer has many better options. Hope this helps. Congratulations on your new arrival. www.themaxbuild.blogspot.com forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=20717&start=300 www.leahspaperpassion.blogspot.com Re: Pre-start pondering... 6Jul 28, 2009 3:03 pm Quote: Thanks Mica. Do you need junction boxes installed for LED and CFL downlights like you do with halogens? If you are building a single storey, i wouldn'y worry too much about junction boxes. But, definately instal junction boxes if you are building:
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