Journal · Page 2
Notes on recessed light.
Specification guides, detailing advice and project insight from The Light Engineers.
Guides, page 2
Specification · 4 min
Downlight beam angles explained
Beam angle controls how widely a downlight spreads light: narrow beams accent, medium beams suit general light in higher ceilings, and wide beams give even coverage.
Specification · 5 min
IP ratings for recessed downlights explained
IP ratings describe protection against dust and water; recessed downlights in bathrooms, kitchens and other damp areas need a rating suited to their location and zone.
Compliance · 4 min
Fire-rated downlights: when you need them
Fire-rated downlights help maintain a ceiling's fire resistance where cut-outs would otherwise compromise it; requirements depend on the building and ceiling construction.
Design · 4 min
Large recessed downlights as ceiling features
Large recessed downlights up to 1200 mm, like Segura, turn a single fitting into a soft, luminous ceiling feature for receptions, classrooms and showrooms.
Design · 4 min
Adjustable recessed downlights for accent lighting
Adjustable recessed downlights use gimbals or tilting modules to aim light at walls, artwork and displays, adding flexibility without surface fittings.
Design · 4 min
Square vs round downlights: which suits your design?
Round downlights blend into most ceilings, while square downlights suit rectilinear architecture and grids; choose to match the room's geometry.
Installation · 5 min
Recessed lighting in plasterboard ceilings
Plasterboard ceilings suit recessed downlights and trimmed linear lighting, which are fitted into accurate cut-outs after decoration.
Installation · 4 min
Recessed lighting in grid ceilings
Grid ceilings can take recessed linear lighting and downlights in tiles or between grid lines, offering easy access and quick installation for fast-track fit-outs.
Design · 4 min
Recessed lighting for corridors and circulation
Corridors use continuous recessed linear lines or evenly spaced downlights to give uniform light, aid wayfinding and integrate emergency lighting.
Controls · 5 min
Controls for recessed lighting: DALI, Casambi and sensors
Recessed lighting is usually controlled with DALI or Casambi for dimming, scenes, daylight dimming and presence detection, reducing energy use and improving comfort.
Compliance · 4 min
Emergency lighting in recessed schemes
Recessed schemes can integrate emergency lighting into linear profiles and downlights, keeping ceilings tidy while meeting BS 5266-1 escape lighting requirements.
Buying · 4 min
What affects the cost of recessed lighting?
Recessed lighting cost depends on the type of fitting, quantity, output, colour quality, controls, emergency and installation complexity.
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