How far apart should downlights be Australia?
How far apart should downlights be Australia?
As a general guideline, we recommend that you split the height of your ceiling by two to provide you with the necessary space between each light. If your ceiling is 8 meters high, for example, then place your lights 4 meters apart.
What size do LED downlights come in?
The most common downlight cut-out size is 90mm. The smaller size cut-out of 70-75mm will offer a more sleek appearance, however it is harder to install, as your electrician will struggle to get his/her hand through the hole to make the connection.
Do you need an electrician to change downlights?
The simple answer is – yes. There is no extra wiring involved or nothing different with what would be for a normal downlight. So you can take an old downlight out and put the new one in place e.g the Sengled Element, without any extra wiring.
What is the best beam angle for downlights?
60 degrees
The beam angle of 60 degrees is perfect for use in the living room. It is also known as floodlighting and suitable for standard ceiling heights. If you are looking to install only a few downlights in your room and still get your desired lighting, a downlight with 120 degrees beam angle is a great option.
What is the best distance between LED downlights?
As a rule of thumb, we suggest you divide your ceiling height by 2 to give you the space required between each downlight. For example if your ceiling is 8 foot high, then position your lights 4 feet apart.
How do you work out how many LED downlights I need?
A general rule of thumb for spacing your downlights is to take the height of your ceiling and divide by 2. For example, if your ceiling is 8 feet high, then your downlights should be around 4 feet apart from each other. It is important to consider that this is only a very general rule and should be used with caution.
How do I know what size downlight I need?
To determine the size, measure the diameter of the cut-out opening in inches, not including the trim. Choose one that will accommodate the height of your ceiling or the size of your wall. 4-inch and 5-inch fixtures are great in kitchens for providing overhead countertop lighting.
How are downlight sizes measured?
The general consensus for selecting the number of downlights required is as follows: Step 1 – Measure the square footage of the room by multiplying its width by its depth. Step 2 – Multiply this square footage by 1.5. This will give you a guideline for the total wattage required to light the space.
Can I install LED downlights myself?
In order to install downlights, holes have to be drilled into your ceiling to house them, and the wiring fed and connected to a wall switch. While you can change lightbulbs and purchase downlights yourself, you will still have to hire an electrician to install them.
How much does it cost to install downlights in Australia?
Trade website hipages.com.au says electricians may charge as much as $100 per downlight, but expect to be charged around $60 – $75 per point for installing LED downlights. Other sparkies may charge an hourly rate, and service.com.au says this can be between $80 to $130 per hour.
What beam spread should I use?
60-degree beams (or wide flood lights) are a good all-purpose beam angle that looks nice on house facades, plant material and any application where you want fairly wide coverage. Use of this angle avoids the projection of a noticeable cone of light on the surface.
What is the widest beam angle of a GU10 bulb?
GU10 LEDs and LED downlights are now available in a larger variety of beam angles. Wider beam angles like 60 degrees are becoming increasing popular. The main choice you have at Downlights Direct is whether to go for a 40 degree or 60 degree beam with some options for narrow 25 degree beams.