Most common lightbulb bases are an "E12" or "E26".
E26 is known as a medium or standard base. This is the base for the most common utility (A19) bulb and Ediston style bulbs.
E12's can be described as "B" base or candelabra style base. This base is smaller (12 mm in diameter) than the E26 bulbs (26 mm in diameter).
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]]>Before picking out any light bulb, consider the temperature. The colour temperature of a light bulb is measured in Kelvin’s. The scaling is from 1,000°-10,000° of the illumination provided by the bulb.
There are three primary types of colour temperatures: “Soft white” (warm), “bright white” (natural) and “daylight” (cool). The higher the degrees in Kelvin, the whiter the colour temperature.
1) "Warm" Temperatures
Think of sunset or candlelight when you are comparing Kelvins that are 2200° to 2700° . Mostly appearing in bedroom floor lamps, chandeliers over kitchen tables, and pendants in living rooms, these bulbs tend to be a more inviting and create a cozy atmosphere.
2) "Natural" Temperatures
Bright and natural lighting colours occur when you are around 3000°. Entryways and bathrooms are usually where these bulbs are used. They create a warm and welcoming atmosphere placed in overheard fixtures. These tend to be mixed with whites, greys and blue on walls and for accessories.
3) "Cool" Temperatures
Moonlight and computer screens are comparisons when thinking of more than 5000°. These types of bulbs are mostly used with security and task lighting. Placed mostly in work areas like garages and basements, they create the brightest blush or stark white appearance.
]]>Quick Tips to Choose a Ceiling Fan Size:
Room Size |
Ceiling Blade Fan Size |
90 Square Feet or Less |
15”-42” |
90-100 Square Feet |
44”-48” |
100-150 Square Feet |
50”-54” |
Bigger than 150 Square Feet |
56” or larger |
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A Few Tips to Consider:
Create a feeling or style and plan it out before installing any lighting.
Use the three types of light layering to enhance your kitchen's visual appeal!
1: Ambient: Lighting
The primary source of lighting in a room is the Ambient Lighting. This serves as the foundation of all the lighting in your kitchen which improves the sense of depth and warmth. This can be pot lights throughout the kitchen, or pendants over your island.
2. Task Lighting
Illuminating a high task area for specific jobs is task lighting. Adding cabinet lighting increases the amount of light to your kitchen by illuminating specific spots. This is useful for seeing small objects or objects of low contrast.
3. Accent Lighting
Think of your favourite items in a particular room. These are the pieces that get noticed. Accent Lighting accentuates distinctive items. It can also be a design statement to complement a room and create visual interest. Putting a big pendant over your sink or adding cabinet lighting in glass cupboards are all types of accent lighting.
*Using light laying will add depth and dimensions to your kitchen, create a new look, accentuate and showcase your kitchen, create a statement and fill in any unwanted space.