Floor lighting in an apartment: photo, how to do it yourself

Floor lighting in residential and adjacent spaces has become a fashionable trend in modern interior design in recent years. This method not only brings special originality to the design of rooms, but is also a completely functional component of the overall lighting system.

Floor lighting

You can equip any of the rooms with floor lighting, which will allow you to go to the desired place in your apartment or house in the dark, without turning on the overhead lights, without bumping into obstacles. Motion sensors simplify the operation of the lights. So, when motion is detected, the lights will light up automatically, eliminating the need to look for a switch in the dark.

Requirements for lighting devices

If you liked such an extraordinary solution as organizing floor lighting in your apartment, before you start choosing lamps, you need to understand that the requirements for them will be completely different than for ceiling lamps. Naturally, this is due to the method of their installation, and the fact that at any moment you, your children or pets can touch the surface of the lamp and many other factors.

In details:

• First of all, do not forget that the floor is a surface that is constantly subjected to wet cleaning. It follows that in order to prevent the lamp from failing or, even worse, a short circuit, it is necessary to choose devices with a moisture-resistant housing. The packaging of any modern lamp must indicate the degree of protection against moisture, which corresponds to the numbers and letters “IP”. Ideally, the value will be IP 44 – 67;
• You also need to choose lamps with durable, shock-resistant housing. For example, if a lamp is mounted on the floor in the hallway, then it can easily be damaged by stepping on its surface with a heel; in any other room, something heavy can fall on the floor, etc.;

• Since the light flux in this case will be directed from bottom to top, it should not be too bright and dazzle or cause discomfort. This is especially true for lighting in hazardous areas such as stairwells. The purpose of the backlight is only to indicate boundaries or set a direction, but in no case to act as an additional light source. Therefore, low-power devices with diffusers are quite sufficient;
• Fire safety is a very important condition . Sometimes, if the device does not meet these requirements, the baseboard in which it is supposed to be installed melts, which leads to more dangerous consequences;
• The body of the lamp should not heat up , otherwise you may get a burn after involuntary touching;
• Among the variety of floor lamps offered, it is still worth giving preference to LED light sources. Not only are they among the most affordable, but they also consume the least amount of electricity. Plus, we can say that their installation is quite primitive.

Reasons for the popularity of floor lighting

To understand why this option for decorating a house or apartment is quickly gaining an army of fans, it is enough to evaluate the merits of this solution, and then try to find its serious disadvantages.

What are the benefits?

Traditionally, they start with a list of benefits. Original floor lighting has many advantages.

1. One of the main tasks of any lighting is to create accents to draw attention to some of the most advantageous elements of the interior.
2. Lamps that are located around the perimeter of the room can visually expand the space and push the boundaries of a small room.
3. Originality, freshness. This solution allows you to make each home unique, highlight the taste of the owners, add individuality to the rooms and add special comfort.
4. Zoning space using floor lighting. This is a little more complicated than zoning with ceiling lights, but it is also possible. For example, podiums or steps of a staircase are “marked” with light.
5. Host security is a benefit that deserves to be at the top of this list. The illuminated floor gives residents the opportunity to get to any room in the dark without “adventures.”
6. Maximum comfort. Floor lighting can completely replace other lighting devices, especially in the evening, when bright light is contraindicated for the eyes, since they need rest, and the owners will not be disturbed by relaxation after a busy day.

The capabilities of a “smart home” are another undeniable advantage, which not only allows you to minimize energy consumption, but also ensures comfort. The lighting with a motion sensor will turn on itself and turn off when the owners leave the room. This device is installed on the first illumination section. The optimal device for indoor use is an infrared sensor.

Does backlighting have any disadvantages?

The disadvantage is the additional costs that are inevitable due to the purchase of lighting fixtures, their installation and operation of fixtures that require energy. However, the disadvantages are relative, since the savings on energy bills will soon become noticeable, and the appearance, efficiency and home comfort will quickly “make” you forget all previous experiences.

In what rooms is floor lighting appropriate?

The beauty of this type of mood lighting is that it really works in all rooms. And in some, it is even preferable:

• In bathrooms and toilets, the area of ​​which can be called record-breakingly modest, floor lighting will help to visually make the room more spacious. The lighting combines especially well with hanging plumbing fixtures. The soaring effect is enhanced significantly, and a soft level of lighting is created in the room, pleasing to the eye, especially at night. In this case, be sure to choose lamps with the highest degree of protection from moisture, especially if they are located near a sink or bathtub;
• Illumination is also relevant in hallway It is this room that guests of your home first enter, which is why many designers call the corridor the calling card of the house. Its interior should not only be laconic and functional, but also meet aesthetic requirements. Often the corridor in apartments with a standard layout is a long rectangle. In this regard, ceiling lighting alone is often not enough. Of course, if the spotlights are not located along the entire length of the ceiling in small increments. It is recommended to use a multi-level combined lighting system. For example, several light points on the ceiling, wardrobe lighting, if there is one, and floor lighting. This approach will not only fill the entire room completely, but will also make it more spacious;

• Subdued soft lighting is also relevant in the children's room, especially if your child is afraid to fall asleep in the dark. Various night lights or projectors can involuntarily concentrate attention on themselves, thereby preventing you from quickly falling asleep, which is not the case with an LED strip glued to the bottom of the bed or mounted in the floor plinth;
• IN living room or in an adult bedroom, lighting is often decorative in nature, but can be used as a method of light zoning;

• A favorite technique of many designers is to illuminate the kitchen using a diode strip attached to the kitchen unit. It looks really impressive, especially if you choose the right color for the glow of the ribbon, and the interior itself is instantly transformed. In this case, it is necessary to take into account whether the room’s design belongs to a particular style. Since such a solution is more suitable for modern styles than for classics.

What light sources are used

Lighting in the toilet can be achieved using different light bulbs. Each type has its own characteristics that must be taken into account in order to choose the best:

1. Incandescent lamps. They are almost never used today due to the fact that they produce only yellow light, consume the most electricity and have the shortest service life. In addition, they get very hot during operation, so they cannot be used in small lampshades. The only plus is the low price.
2. Halogen lamps. This is an improved version with a filament that provides high-quality and bright light and is suitable for all rooms. At the same time, you need to install the light bulbs carefully - if you touch the bulb with your fingers, the service life will decrease significantly. During operation, the surface becomes very hot.
3. Fluorescent lamps can be either in a standard socket or in the form of tubes. This solution produces bright, even light, although it does have some flickering. Electricity consumption is low, service life is long. During operation, the surface hardly heats up, which is important when located on a wall or at a low height.
4. LED bulbs. They are most often used for toilets, as they are not afraid of changes in humidity and work normally for at least 30,000 hours, this is the largest resource. They come in different sizes and wattages, and lamps or shades are often sold with built-in LEDs, which will further simplify installation. The diodes do not get very hot even during long-term operation and provide uniform, bright light without flickering. You can choose the light temperature, which is also important.

LED lights are best for the toilet.

Another option is LED strips; they are simply cut into pieces of a suitable size and soldered to wires that are connected to the power supply. They can be used both as decoration and for main lighting.

For suspended ceilings, it is better to use LEDs and fluorescent lamps, as they heat up less.

A simple way to save on electricity

In the context of a constant increase in tariffs for utility services, almost everyone is trying to arrange their home in such a way as to reduce heat loss, water costs, etc. to the maximum. To save electricity, special meters called “day/night” are installed and energy-saving types of lamps are used. In addition, lighting can be made “smart” and further reduce energy costs. To do this, the system is equipped with motion sensors.

This way the light will only turn on when needed.
several types of motion sensors

• Infrared;
• Sound;
• Microwave;
• Combined.

Infrared models are the most convenient They allow you to configure the operation in such a way as to eliminate false positives. For example, when moving pets. Combined sensors can also be considered for home use. Their cost is much higher due to the presence of two types of signaling devices in the system. But with their help, you can eliminate the risk of false positives almost completely. The remaining two types are in most cases used for installation outside buildings.

How does a lamp with a sensor work?

There are 4 types of lamps with DD, the operating principles of which are discussed below.

With infrared sensor

This device consists of four main parts:

• Light source
• Motion Sensor
• Relay
• Fresnel lens

The sensor is configured to detect vibrations in the infrared spectrum produced by a body that emits heat. It is easy to determine the presence of a living object in the field of view, since in the infrared range it will “glow” in comparison with surrounding cold objects. However, the rays are highly scattered. In order to “collect” them and direct them to the photocell of the sensor, a Fresnel lens is used.

Power supply to the lamp is provided by a relay, the contacts of which close when the photocell detects presence. When a warm object is detected, the IR sensor voltage is increased and the relay is activated.

There is a timer inside the relay that is activated when the object creating the radiation disappears from the sensor’s field of view. The average shutdown time is 2 minutes.

The disadvantage of lamps with an infrared sensor is their low sensitivity. IR rays best reach the photocell when the body generating them is mobile. If the object does not move, then the photocell may miss them.

Also, do not forget that it is not only living objects that emit heat. Batteries, stoves, stoves - all this can cause false alarms of the sensor.

With ultrasonic sensor

The operating principle of this device is not very different from lamps with an IR sensor. It does not include a Fresnel lens and a photocell. However, there is a generator and receiver of low-frequency waves.

The generator creates low-frequency sound radiation that is not perceptible to the human ear. The waves are constantly reflected from objects surrounding the sensor and returned to the receiver. The return time of the waves is recorded. When a moving object appears, the return time of the waves will vary depending on how closer it approaches the generator (the closer the object, the shorter the return wave). When a change in wavelength is detected, the lamp is triggered.

When an object disappears from the sensor's visibility range, the time relay is activated and begins counting. After 2-3 minutes, the device opens the contacts and the lamp goes out.

Disadvantages of ultrasonic sensors:

• Negative effects on animals
• Narrow coverage radius

With microwave sensor

This type of device is more convenient to use, as it can “see” objects located behind walls and ceilings. A lamp with a microwave sensor works on the same principle as an ultrasonic one. The only difference is that it is not sound waves that are emitted, but electromagnetic waves that are able to pass through obstacles.

Flaws:

• Price
• Negative effects on tissues of living organisms

Combined

Lighting devices with combined DD have greater sensitivity, since they can combine two types of sensors. For example, IR and ultrasonic sensors can be integrated in one housing.

Illumination using spotlights

The use of spotlights makes the process of organizing floor lighting simpler and less expensive.

The advantages of point elements are obvious:

• Affordable price;
• Variety of designs, styles and sizes;
• In addition, spotlights can become a decoration or highlight of the entire interior due to interesting lighting effects. This refers to how the lamp directs the flow of light. After all, some models can project different light patterns onto the base;
• Long service life;
• Compatible with energy-efficient lamp types;
• Housing tightness;
• Impact resistance;
• Possibility of purchasing lamps with a high degree of protection against moisture.

The disadvantage is that during prolonged operation the lamp body heats up to significant temperatures. Therefore, before giving preference to this type of lighting, think about how exactly the lamp will be mounted and whether it will be possible to exclude the possibility of involuntary touching.

Features of toilet lighting

Since this room is most often small in size, and the operation differs from ordinary rooms, you need to understand the main features in order to choose the best solution:

1. The brighter the lighting, the greater the effect of expanding the space, which is very important. If the walls and ceiling are light, this will also have a positive effect. But at the same time, you need to choose the brightness so that the lamps do not create discomfort for your vision.

   
   There should be enough light, this visually expands the space.

2. Yellow dim light is contraindicated for this room, as it further reduces the space and creates discomfort.
3. It is better to use diffused or reflected lighting; it does not create discomfort for vision and does not require special settings. Lampshades come in different shapes and sizes, so it’s easy to choose a model to suit any setting. When using directional light, it should not enter the eyes and create glare when reflected from the walls.

If there is a sink in the bathroom, it is worth placing a small lamp near it so that when washing hands a person does not block the light.

How to properly install spotlights?

There are several ways to organize floor lighting using spotlights. The difference will be in the surface into which the lighting fixtures will cut.

• This could be the plane of the wall;
• plane ;
• Or furniture facades.

It is rational to use the first case if the idea of ​​arranging such lighting came to you after the finishing of the floor was completed. It will be especially successful if your desire coincides with the need or desire to change the wall decoration. After all, in order to install lamps in the wall, first of all, you need to provide an electrical cable supply to the installation site. This means you will have to knock down the walls. It is best in this option to make one wide groove almost at the very floor, lay the required number of wires in it, and then ensure that each wire is connected to a point. With this arrangement, much less cable will be required, and in the future you will be able to hang a shelf or picture anywhere on the wall and not worry about driving a nail into the wire. But you should not make the groove too low. Don’t forget that you will probably also have to install the floor plinth.

Accordingly, the groove should be higher than it:

• Step back 5-6 cm from the floor and draw a line. This will be your baseboard.
• Make marks with a pencil that will correspond to the number of lamps. Assess their location and frequency.
• Draw another line that will correspond to the lower edge of the lamp, and then the upper one, which will limit the installation area and correspond to the height of the lamp.
• Now you can clearly see that it is better to place the strobe above the light points and you will know exactly where.

An interesting way would be to install lamps in niches specially equipped for this purpose.

However, this will require covering one of the walls with plasterboard.
It is rational to do this if at the same time it is necessary to insulate the room and if the usable area of ​​the room will not suffer from this. If the installation will be carried out in the floor plane, you need to think through everything in advance:

• In the case of wooden floors, the wires should be laid under the joists, and where the light point will be located, a branch of such length is made that it extends 10-15 cm above the floor surface;
• If finishing the floor includes the stage of arranging a concrete screed, then the wires must be laid under cement mortar. First, do the wiring, then install special plastic or metal landing capsules for the lamps. They can be fixed using the same cement mortar. At this stage, there is one very important nuance that you need to be careful with. The capsules must be installed so that after installing the luminaires in them, their surface is flush with the finish of the floor. To do this, you need to take into account the thickness of the screed; in the case of ceramic tiles, add the thickness of the tiles and a layer of adhesive; in the case of laminate or parquet, add the thickness of the boards + the thickness of the substrate;

• Then, as the finishing coating is laid, holes for the lamps are made using round cutters.

Installing lamps into furniture frames is perhaps the simplest method that does not require radical measures. Most often, lamps are installed in a mounting strip that covers the legs of wardrobes or kitchen units. The advantage is that you can supply electricity to the right place using a regular extension cord.

Installation instructions

To install floor lighting yourself, it is recommended to use LEDs. They are the easiest to work with. Install the diodes immediately before laying the tiles. If the tiles have already been laid, there is another option - install lighting along the seams of the tiles. To do this, you will have to clean the seams from the mortar.

The work is performed in this order:

1. Purchase LED lights that are originally designed for floor installation. A distinctive feature of such diodes is the presence of ready-made cross-shaped stands, thanks to which they are firmly fixed between the tiles. Such diodes are not cheap, but this is their only drawback. If you wish, you can save money by buying standard LEDs and connecting them together with wires. You will also need to treat all conductors with silicone to make them moisture resistant.
2. Connect the conductors and seal them using heat shrink.
3. Do not leave the power supply outside; it is better to hide the wires under the baseboards.
4. Test that the backlight is working correctly.
5. If everything is in order, embed the conductors in glue and let it dry.
6. Check the system again for functionality. If the backlight is functioning normally, sand the seams using a fugue. Remove any remaining glue with a flat sponge.

We use neon lamps

Quite often, neon lamps are used to illuminate the floor. Their main difference is that the flow of light will be very soft and pleasant. If you use spotlights, the light will be more directional. Since the lighting system, in addition to the lamp itself, will include a special converter, it is better to choose a hidden type of installation, which will hide all unnecessary details. In addition, the main disadvantage of neon lamps is the fragility of their bulbs.

Therefore, installation in specially equipped niches will help protect the device from accidental impacts.
The advantages include:

• Service life, which can reach 10 years;
• Quite a wide choice of colors of light flux;
• Pleasant to the eye, non-irritating lighting, which is uniform along the entire length of the lamp.

Another disadvantage is the high cost of neon lamps and information that neon light has an adverse effect on the human body. It is better to check with qualified specialists when purchasing whether this is true.

Often, neon lamps are mounted in niches and secured using special lamps. During the installation process, you need to be extremely careful not to break the flask. If possible, it is better to turn to professionals.

Suitable types of luminaires

For lighting built into the floor, special devices are used, equipped with small and large diameter sockets. Suitable types of sockets here are G4, GU5.3, and GU10, designed for LED lamps.

Spot

The products are distinguished by a durable body and tightness. When installing a light source, you don’t need to worry about its fragility. Point spots are mounted in holes that are made in advance. The devices can be used to easily zone a room and illuminate steps.

Spot lighting has a number of advantages:

• aesthetic appearance - the design is hidden, so the internal contents of the device are not visible to the outside;
• savings - energy-saving elements can be used as lamps;
• versatility - the location of spot spots does not depend on the shape of the surface: they are installed at any distance from each other, highlight different zones, and illuminate furniture from below.

Another plus is reliability. The models have a high degree of protection, they are not subject to deformation in the event of an accidental impact, and also work for a long time with adequate care.

Light modules for the floor

Illuminated floor tiles are often used in nightclubs and other entertainment venues. Operating principle: RGB modules made to individual sizes are built into the design. This type of floor is also called dynamic; its glow comes in different shades. When switched off, the floor is white or milky in color.

LED strip for floor lighting

Perhaps the most popular way to organize decorative lighting is to use LED strip.

In terms of its cost distribution, it is in no way inferior to spotlights.
However, the tape still has more advantages

• Its installation will require much less time and effort;
• Thanks to its flexible base, the tape can easily follow the curves of decorative niches and other surfaces. Taking this feature into account and showing a little imagination, you can create truly stunning lighting;
• The tape does not have glass or other fragile materials in its design, so it is almost impossible to damage it;
• Long service life;
• It has high energy efficiency;
• The color range is quite varied;
• The backlight can be mounted in both hidden and open ways.

Using tape, you can create the most suitable type of floor lighting - contour lighting. But remember that the tape should not be too bright. This light can be blinding and cause discomfort.

Disadvantages may arise as a result of improper installation. It must be remembered that the tape needs heat removal, otherwise it is almost inevitable that the device will overheat itself and fail.

Installing lamps in baseboards

A good option for installing floor lighting would be a baseboard. This is done in two ways: a design with a built-in glow is used, or LED products are inserted into a channel into the cable. The second method is often chosen - it is easy to implement and can be done with your own hands.

Pros and cons of this option

Skirting boards with cable duct are used in every apartment, regardless of the type of flooring. Products are made from PVC, MDF or wood. For this method, options are used where there is a cable channel - LED lighting is mounted in it. This method has a number of pros and cons.

Advantages	Flaws
Ease of installation	After installation, the slightest traces and dust particles are visible on the floor
Availability of materials	High power consumption
A large assortment of colors for the baseboard itself	Bright lighting is not always appropriate in some rooms
Compact solution	To adjust the brightness you need to install an expensive controller

LEDs built into the baseboard will emit too bright rays, so this option is not always suitable for an office or other room where peace and concentration are required. A motion sensor in this case is a necessity. When lighting the floor in an apartment, built into the baseboard, you need a dimmer that will regulate the brightness - it is located at the entrance near the switch.

Installation of LED strip

The most common way to install a diode strip is by gluing it into a niche of a special plinth.

• It is made of aluminum, which ensures the proper level of heat transfer and protects the device from overheating;
• Such skirting boards can be found in any specialized store;
• Another feature is that the channel for laying the tape after installation is closed with special linings made of opaque plastic. These elements not only give the plinth a finished look and hide the tape, but also act as diffusers. Thanks to this, the light becomes soft, pleasant and somewhat muffled;
• These skirting boards are installed in the same way as plastic ones.

Problems may arise when installing aluminum skirting boards close to uneven walls. If the plastic plinth itself is quite soft and additionally has a small soft edge, which allows you to follow the curvature of the walls without gaps, then in the case of an aluminum product, the opposite is true. The slightest unevenness will immediately become visible. Of course, you can use force and tighten the plinth with a self-tapping screw until the gap is eliminated, however, firstly, the width of the gap plays an important role, and, secondly, the curvature of the plinth will be noticeable after the effort. Because of this, many people prefer not to bother and glue the tape into the cable channel of a regular plastic baseboard. If you have already resorted to this method, we recommend that you glue the back wall of the cable channel with foil tape and use low-power tapes.

LED duralight

Another type of LED strip is LED duralight. The principle and components are the same. The difference is that the diodes are protected by a special flexible tube made of transparent PVC.

• This design is completely sealed, impervious to moisture and temperature changes. Therefore, it is ideal for use in the bathroom, kitchen and even outdoors;
• Duralight, like diode strip, can be cut according to special marks;
• The color range of the emitted light is very diverse, which allows you to choose the best option for any interior;
• The glow of duralight is very soft and pleasant;
• Power supply is possible both from a 12 volt power supply and directly from the network. And some models can be connected via a USB connector;

There are several modifications of duralight. It can be two or three wire. For home use and self-installation, it is recommended to use the first type. The cost of this type of diode backlight is slightly higher than the cost of a regular strip, but using duralight is still more convenient. When wet cleaning, you will not need to worry about water getting into the surface, even if the duralight is installed in an open way. It is quite difficult to damage it. Well, the ability to simply plug in the backlight makes the whole process much easier. All you need to do is secure the device in the right place. We can say that duralight is something in between, more advanced, between tape and a neon tube.

We use flexible neon

A very interesting option for organizing decorative lighting is flexible or cold neon. It can also be described as a cross between flexible tape and rigid glass neon tubes. Definitely, it is safer and more convenient in terms of installation.

By
design , flexible neon is:

• Flexible tube;
• Inside the tube is a plastic braid;
• The braid protects the phosphor, which has another layer of braid and a core inside.
• Plastic braiding is necessary to protect against external loads and give density to the cord.
• And the outer braid gives the cord a certain color and also acts as additional protection.

The advantages of flexible neon include:

• Flexibility;
• Pleasant, uniform light;
• Variety of colors;
• Possibility of self-installation;
• Possibility of cutting anywhere to any length.

The neon cord can even be tied into a knot, and cutting is done with ordinary scissors. works according to the following principle:

• The current from the power source is supplied to a special driver;
• The device converts the current and supplies it to the core;
• The current entering the electromagnetic field of the core causes the phosphor to glow.

choose a neon cord according to two criteria:

• Color – absolutely any shade is available. In this case, the tone does not affect the brightness;
• Diameter is much more important. The larger it is, the less flexible the cord becomes. The brightness of the glow also decreases due to the thicker layer of braid. But there are also positive aspects to this. The thicker the cord, the better it is protected from mechanical influences, and also, the softer and more diffuse its glow will be.

The main question is how to power the neon cord? If everything is clear with LED strips and duralight, then in this case everything is completely different, and the performer requires skills in working with a soldering iron. To connect the cord to the power source, you need to purchase a so-called driver. For home needs, choose models that connect directly to the network. If the backlight is specific, you can choose a model that operates on batteries. Also note that the instructions for each driver indicate the maximum length of the connected cord. It is better to choose models with a margin of about 20% of the total length. Now regarding the connection:

• First, you need to insulate one side of the cord. To do this, you need to expose 5-7 mm of the core by cutting through the protective lash with a sharp knife. It is very important not to damage the contacts - thin wires;

• Now you need to determine the polarity of the contacts. This is necessary for proper connection with the driver;
• You can do this like this: attach the contacts one by one to the turned on driver. The correct position is the one in which the cord burns;
• Now you need to clean the phosphor from the core and solder the contacts to the connector that comes with the driver;

• Check if the cord lights up. If so, then you need to apply a drop of sealant to prevent the contacts from touching each other. After the sealant has dried, insulate the area with electrical tape or heat shrink tubing;
• Apply a drop of glue or sealant to the free end of the cord.

Rules for the hallway

Floor lighting is a rather non-standard solution, but in recent years it has increasingly begun to be used in the corridor. This is due to many nuances of this room, as well as the features of its architecture. To ensure your floor lighting is effective, the following aspects need to be considered:

• lamps that will be used here as lighting must be reliably protected from dust and moisture. In the hallway, especially in autumn, winter and spring, puddles of dirt may appear, flowing from seasonal shoes. If moisture gets on the lamps, they may begin to work incorrectly or even lead to a short circuit. In addition, wet cleaning, often carried out in the hallway, can also lead to the troubles described above. By the way, summer dust from shoes, although it does not have such a catastrophic effect on lighting fixtures, can also negatively affect their operation.;
• The housing lighting elements must have special mechanical protection. Especially if the distance from the floor to the lighting fixtures is not large;

Protection of lamps

• efficiency of light bulbs. Today in the world there are trends towards rational saving and recycling of household items in a new role (the same hand-made, for example). Therefore, many people prefer modern light bulbs, which can significantly reduce energy consumption without loss of light characteristics;

Note! At the moment, LED lamps and luminaires are the most popular. They are the most economical because they consume the least amount of electricity. Their installation will save approximately 80% compared to a conventional incandescent light bulb.

• Another important parameter for choosing lighting fixtures is their fire hazard. Lamps must be made of non-flammable materials, and when exposed to open fire, they must not emit toxic and dangerous compounds into the air;
• the luminous flux that the lamps form should not blind the eyes. It is better to choose warm shades close to sunny yellow. It is this color spectrum that is most optimal for our eyes and closest to natural light.

Also, quite often, lamps in the corridor at floor level or slightly higher are used to create night lighting for the room. In such a situation, the light emitted by lighting fixtures should be soft and subdued.

Illumination using light modules

Elements such as light modules cannot be discounted. They are mounted directly into the floor plane using the mortise method. With their help you can create entire drawings and glowing tracks. But you should not use a large number of modules in small rooms.

The surface of the modules is quite resistant to mechanical stress and moisture. But still, at home, this option of floor lighting is used extremely rarely.

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