Lighting

Lighting - outdoor lighting

Lighting

Much of designing is based on lighting. Floor lamps, table lamps, chandeliers, recessed lights all require a type of light bulb and it is important to know exactly what types there are and how they work. The main types of bulbs are incandescent and fluorescent. Incandescent lights work by heating a thin strip of metal unit until it glows. Fluorescent lights electrically excite a gas, which then causes a phosphorescent coating to glow. Different types of lights can produce different colors a great way to find the correct color that you want is to look at the CRI which is the color rendering index. The best bulbs usually score between 95-100 and the worst around 52. Fluorescents light bulbs render a bluish tint, tungsten incandescent light bulbs render a yellow tint, and halogen light bulbs render a pink tint. The best type of lighting to buy is the compact fluorescent, 2nd is the tungsten incandescent, and 3rd is the halogen. The CFL (compact fluorescent light bulb) uses about 75% less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and lasts up to 10 times longer. It also produces 75% less heat. Also always look for the ENERGY STAR approval. This means a product has met strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US environmental protection agency. They initially use less energy and these products reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the fight against climate change. Compact Fluorescent bulbs are used to light most table lamps and floor lamps and may also be used for ceiling ...
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Heath Zenith Motion Light Features - Dualbrite(r) Intelligent Lighting Control Settings - outdoor lighting

Heath Zenith Motion Light Features - Dualbrite(r) Intelligent Lighting Control Settings

Security, Safety and Energy Savings! Exterior motion activated lighting provides your family the safety you need, use less energy - saving you up to 80% in energy costs and improve the curb appeal of your home. Learn about the Dualbrite(r) intelligent lighting modes available only on Heath Zenith motion security and decorative fixtures. This guide and simple to follow instructions explain the operation of Dualbrite(r) light fixtures and features, to improve your home.
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