How Do You Select Recessed Task Lighting?
General or ambient light in a room may not be enough for specific tasks. Lights that brighten specific areas ease eye strain for tasks like putting on makeup, preparing food and reading. While design professionals usually recommend recessed fixtures for general lighting, you can also select special recessed lighting designed to make your tasks easier. Here’s how. Consider where you do specific tasks in the room. Turn on the overhead lights. Check for sufficient light for different tasks. Decide where you need additional lights to supplement current room lighting. Choose bright, focused lighting for illuminating task areas. Fluorescent and halogen lamps offer crisp, clear light. Choose adjustable eyeball trims where light must be focused at an angle, such as above bathroom vanities or at kitchen counters. Be certain to use insulation contact (IC) light housings in rooms where ceilings have insulation above them. Locate recessed downlights above the kitchen sink and stove to illuminate c
