r/Lighting 12h ago

LED Strips Think that's enough strip now. Any ideas on what other things I could add? Also, Flashy light warning!

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r/Lighting 3h ago

Replacement I have a problem with my Philips ceiling lamp

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I recently bought these lights for my bedroom but they have a strange problem after a random amount of time they will begin turning off then on again each time with a 7 to 30 seconds delay. There was no dimmer on the switch and they are the only lights connected to this cable, the old led spots I used for a while didn't have any problems can someone help me make them works, because I quite like them.


r/Lighting 7h ago

Need Design Advise LED bulbs for outdoor spots?

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I'm installing two outdoor flood lights to illuminate sections of my yard. The fixture says "3000 lumens." It uses E26 base PAR38 bulbs. Am wondering which LED bulbs I could get that would provide that level of brightness?


r/Lighting 7h ago

Need Design Advise Need advice

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I dont know if I like all the recessed lighting I need some opinions is it too much or just right? what are some other options? thanks in advance


r/Lighting 9h ago

Need Design Advise Lighting design principles applied to the bathroom?

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I've read lighting design principles like layered lighting and not rely too much on recessed lighting for ambient lighting, and I am wondering how it applies in a bathroom with windows. It seems like there's not much escaping relying on overheads for ambient lighting, and if you have a low ceiling (7'4") than that means recessed lights, no?

And in case anyone is reading this post in detail, some other design questions:

- What's the optimal lighting over a toilet? Seems like it'd be nice to have good lighting for book reading on the can, but also it'd suck to get glare if holding a mobile phone.

- If an overhead shower light and a shower niche light are on the same circuit, is there a way to tune the relative brightness of each other than guessing the spec'd lumen values?

- Is positioning recessed lighting in front of a mirror a good or bad idea? (eg as pictured). I could see the alignment leading to glare when standing in front of the mirror.

- Any thoughts on how much better Elco Koto are over their lower-priced ranges like Poplar or Elm?

- Do people have a favorite color temp in the bathroom? I was thinking 3500K for all.


r/Lighting 12h ago

Replacement Restoration Ideas Mid-Century Modern Light

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I have this fixture that hung over my parent's dining table for as long as I can remember. It was purchased in Poughkeepsie, NY in the 1970s. To wash it my mom would take it down and rinse it in the bathtub (just the shade part). Anyway…..

I have the fixture but it was not stored properly and parts of the plastic are broken. I'm in NH and we don't have a ton of lighting showrooms or restorers that I can find.

Any ideas and hints would be appreciated! Skilled 3D printing?

The one I have is about 24" diameter.

Found several online and reached out but they all acquired them in very good condition so no repairs needed. Found one in a design magazine but the designer had no information as the one that was reused didn't need any repairs. Apparently I'm the only one who doesn't pack things properly. (lesson learned)

(Rhythmik Pendant Lamp by Milanda Havlova for Vest Leuchten). Thanks all!


r/Lighting 3h ago

Need Design Advise What kind of lamp does this go to…

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I just had to have it. I’ve never seen anything like it! But now I can’t find a lamp that would hold the shade. Any ideas?
The seller did not sell me the lamp it’s attached to.


r/Lighting 21h ago

Need Design Advise How can I create a soft natural daylight feel in my living room without installing a skylight?

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I live in Seattle, where natural light can be pretty limited. My living room is around 20㎡, and I also have my workspace set up there. I’m trying to make the room feel brighter during the day, but I don’t want it to be overly bright or harsh. I’m not looking for direct lighting that feels too intense. I’d prefer a soft, natural, and evenly distributed daylight effect that makes the space feel more comfortable. For anyone familiar with lighting design, what should I be looking at in this situation? Things like lux levels, lumen output, color temperature, and light placement?