Judie
I got them from a shop in Cranbourne called Lighthouse Lights which has closed down now I am afraid.
They were around $90 each from memory...
Browse Forums Lighting + Lighting Design Re: Down-lights or NOT? 21Apr 17, 2008 10:18 am Judie Hey Matt, I like your pendant lights. Can you tell me where you got them and the $$ ? Thanks. Judie I got them from a shop in Cranbourne called Lighthouse Lights which has closed down now I am afraid. They were around $90 each from memory... Re: Down-lights or NOT? 22Apr 17, 2008 10:19 am oznow Hi Matt, Another question, is your a GU downlight or regular halogen downlight? they look awesome!! Regular Halogen.... These are just the ones the builder provided with an upgrade to a Stainles steel finish. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 23Apr 17, 2008 10:31 am 3timesbuilda Matt, looking at the light pattern on the floor, Mish's comment about being spot seems to be well confirmed (and I'm assuming you have the wide angle ones). I was super keen to get downlights about 4/5 years ago but to be honest they have become so common these days that I've changed my mind. I think we will be investing in some spectacular pendant lights instead. Not cheaper by any means but at least Iwe won't have exactly the same as everyone else. Ah Grasshopper...never assume. These globes are the units supplied by the builder. I have changed the lamps in the entrance and the difference is apparent straight away: Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ I haven't fitted the wide angle globes as these appear to do the job really well. The spotlight effect is truly warranted but what the pictures dont show is tha arc of light that comes from these lamps. Sure directly under them is an immense concentration (hence the spotting effect) but the sideways light is also very good and when placed in a pattern suh as this the effect is multiplied. The comment about having the same as everyone is strange? I have a combination of diferent lights in side my house. I have standard batten fittings upstairs, I have a pendant light in the formal lounge, I have pendant lights over the island bench. Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ I was going for a minimalist style look with the downlights that matched the squareset cornice. I think if you like the modern look then you cant beat downlights. However I also like a classic/classier look too hence the pendants. Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ I don't think that I am following "what every one else does"! I just simply achieved the look I wanted, that suited my style of living. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 24Apr 17, 2008 10:32 am Cabinfever One factor about downlights rarely gets a mention, and that's how difficult it can be to change the bulbs. Being inset to the ceiling means they are at maximum height and the fact they're often distributed over a wide area usually means some pretty significant acrobatics and furniture shifting to change the bulbs. It's a minor factor, but can be important to many people. This is a very relevant point. Especially when you have higher (more than 8 foot) ceilings as you need to get right up to the ceiling to change the globes. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 25Apr 17, 2008 10:46 am Michelle Down lights are directional lighting. They shine down ONLY! For the kitchen and for safety reasons I find an orbital fluro better! But for task lighting over your work benches a few down lights are recommended. That’s the problem with any recessed light; the light is very directional, with little to no lateral spread. In some instances it can make a place look dirty due to the shadows that are cast onto the upper walls. You can also clip in a diffuser (providing you use open face lamps) to diffuse the light plus offer lateral spread, these are great in bathroom/ensuite etc. On a positive note one of the reasons that recessed lights are so popular especially in open plan houses is the clean lines they present when looking along the room. LED Downlights 26Apr 17, 2008 1:10 pm Thanks for all replies. Very Happy
Is anyone using LED downlights? It regards as Halogen replacements, only 5w or 2w? http://www.solarshop.com.au/main/prod214.htm http://www.solarshop.com.au/main/prod117.htm They look great. Regards, Aulyna Re: LED Downlights 27Apr 17, 2008 1:18 pm Aulyna_1 Thanks for all replies. Very Happy Is anyone using LED downlights? It regards as Halogen replacements, only 5w or 2w? http://www.solarshop.com.au/main/prod214.htm http://www.solarshop.com.au/main/prod117.htm They look great. Regards, Aulyna At this point in time I don't like the blue colour cast, and also they aren't bright enough for general lighting IMO, they are getting there though. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 29Apr 18, 2008 7:09 am Hi, in this case i dont think you need to line the light in the linen. put it in the spot that will be most usefull.
Should you adjust the lights in the kitchen so they become centre of the bench and wallcabinet? Also think of the position of your TV vs your location of your downlights. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 31Apr 18, 2008 8:30 am Paula Just a thought, position your downlights over the island bench so you wont be working in shadow. Spot on...no pun intended....nothing worse than chopping veggies in the shadows....I don't think there can be "enough" light over workspaces.... mmm....donuts Homer Simpson 1956- Links: Site Costs Ready Reckoner | H1 Addiction Medical Advice | Château TDL: The Backyard Re: Down-lights or NOT? 32Apr 18, 2008 6:26 pm Thanks for all advice.
Hi oznow, I've remove the downlight near the linen. What do you mean by "the position of your TV vs your location of your downlights"? Paula and to_do_list, Thanks for point out put the lights over the island bench. Is this one better? Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Do we really need 3 lines of downlights, how about 2 lines? Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Thanks, Aulyna Re: Down-lights or NOT? 36Apr 18, 2008 10:50 pm DO NOT position your downlights directly over the centreline of your island bench....your head will cast a shadow as you lean over it!
You should have a row of lights directly over the back (family room) edge of the bench, and another directly above the walkway of the kitchen. Unfortunately your linen press makes the even arrangement of lights awkward. Geoff - Decophile. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 37Apr 18, 2008 10:53 pm Quote: DO NOT position your downlights directly over the centreline of your island bench....your head will cast a shadow as you lean over it! I dont agree - mine are in the centre and dont cast a shadow. I dont lean that far forward to cast a shadow. Shadows will only be cast if the light is coming from behind. Paula Re: Down-lights or NOT? 38Apr 18, 2008 10:57 pm Ummm, ok....as long as you don't lean too far forward! Geoff - Decophile. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 39Apr 18, 2008 11:07 pm You might want to consider using pendant lights over the island bench, this is pretty common in display homes. There are lots of varieties and they can make a very nice feature. I'm putting 3 over my bench, one over the sink and the others centred over the bench space on each side. Re: Down-lights or NOT? 40Apr 18, 2008 11:17 pm Arc You might want to consider using pendant lights over the island bench, this is pretty common in display homes. There are lots of varieties and they can make a very nice feature. I'm putting 3 over my bench, one over the sink and the others centred over the bench space on each side. Matt posted a piccy of this arrangement on the previous page...looks good. And I just realised our new house has them too...yippee! mmm....donuts Homer Simpson 1956- Links: Site Costs Ready Reckoner | H1 Addiction Medical Advice | Château TDL: The Backyard So I'm just reading up on this ecosystem of lights. I'm planning on putting deck lights along the outside edge of a large deck. Will need about 3 packs (18 lights) plus… 0 23029 How long is a "long period"? For a few weeks, it should be ok. It also depends on the area you live in...I would let your neighbours know that you will be away too and… 1 28581 Hi HomeOne, I'm in the midst of landscaping a cat run down the side of my house, and the recent rains have me wondering if I need to install some sort of drainage. I've… 0 12297 |