Installing Track Lighting In Unfinished Basement
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Installing track lighting in unfinished basement. May 11 2018 explore alex madsen s board basement exposed joist lighting on pinterest. Installing track lighting allows you to direct lighting exactly where you want it. Allows you to hang track lights from high ceilings so the light source is closer to the area needed. Putting a drop ceiling would bring the room to less than 6 height which isn t very acceptable for people that like to walk normally i m going to do some searching for track style wall lighting to see if i can find something small enough to fit.
Alters the shape and color of light to create unique effects. The flexibility of track lighting makes it a good choice for highlighting a. Oh how we long for the early days of a nearly empty basement area. With thorough planning and a little care however you can install track lighting in just one afternoon.
A track lighting system is a great way to brighten any room be it your kitchen or garage. Lets you join straight track lengths to form various configurations. Storage laundry utility room server closet and shop. If you know how to install track lighting you have the flexibility of attaching individual lights anywhere along a long line that can run down a wall or ceiling.
Track lighting for unfinished basement designes family room which can see them with open the most for family a track lighting also describes and is segment of today we are interested how you want the interior for your favorite painting the ar your family a diy industrial look beautiful when you plan the. Ever since we bought our house in 2003 we ve been fighting a bit of a losing battle in our basement. This narrow but long space plays quintuple duty on a daily basis. Fortunately these basement lighting ideas and designs of today offer a savvy solution to an age old dilemma.
Our basement may be a complete disaster but dammit we want it to be a well lit disaster. If track lighting sounds like more your style the james 4 bulb track light may be the choice for your unfinished basement ceiling. It is easy to install doesn t take up floor or wall space and is remarkably flexible. I m more than willing to install a light per floor joist gap to evenly light the basement.
By mounting the fixture to the side of the support joists or directly to the ceiling the lights will not encroach on the available headspace. Many systems such as the one shown here combine both spot fixtures for accent lighting and pendant or flood fixtures for ambient lighting. From studio track lighting to retro industrial fixtures modern basement lighting illuminates cavernous spaces while casting a modish vibe that opens and updates even the most outdated cellar.