Everyone wants to have a cozy apartment or house where they can relax, be with family or friends. Comfort depends on the interior and design of the apartment (house). Modern technologies make it possible to embody the most daring fantasies that start with walls and floors and end with ceilings. And in each room the design can be completely different. And plenty of construction companies are ready to provide the right materials, just right for you.
Ceiling design
The most important role in the apartment is the ceiling. Its design depends on the style of the interior of your home. The most important thing is to make the right and appropriate lighting. Lamps are selected based on the type of ceiling and its height. If the ceilings in the room are low, then you can choose the classic option. For example, chandeliers or modern pendant recessed lights. If the ceilings in the room are high, then the right decision would be to install chandeliers on a long base.
In turn, ceilings are:
- Classic - painted concrete basewhite paint or emulsion. For such ceilings, installation of small lamps in the middle of the room is suitable. Two identical chandeliers at an equal distance from each other will look elegant.
- Plasterboard - two-level are more common. The illumination of the lower level of the ceiling and spotlights on the upper one will look harmonious.
- Hanging - attached to the ceiling and walls. They can be built into a lamp (one or more along the contour), and they will also withstand small chandeliers.
- Stretch ceilings are the most popular type today. A small chandelier or recessed spotlights will suit them.
Which recessed LED spotlights are found
LED ceiling recessed spotlights can be used both in the living room or bedroom, and in the kitchen or bathroom. They will also be appropriate in stores or offices.
The name "spotlights" speaks for itself. They are installed on plasterboard or stretch ceilings at an equal distance from each other. All LED spotlights have a mirror base. Thus, the light falls from above diffusely and illuminates the room from all angles.
LED lamps are most often white or silver. They can be found in a golden hue or with patterns. Often, spotlights are accompanied by backlighting. Its color can be chosen, starting from the design of the room. Basically, spotlights are round in shape, but sometimes you can purchase and embed a square lampforms. This option will look very nice, however, during installation, you can damage the ceiling due to the corners.
Installation of spotlights
Install spotlights very carefully and carefully. The lamps are connected in series and are at an equal distance around the entire perimeter. Suspended structures make it possible to distribute the fixtures, hiding all the wires between the concrete ceiling and the suspended ceiling.
At the very beginning, the base (mounting rings) is installed, then the pads are mounted. After that, all the lamps are connected to transformers, which lower the total voltage, which is 220 V in the network, and LED lamps need 2-3 V.
LED ceiling recessed spotlights can burn out like any other lamps. If this happens, first of all, you need to turn off the transformer, then replace the light bulb or make repairs.
If possible, it is better to turn to professionals. In this case, you will not spend a very large amount of money, but you will be sure of the correct installation or repair of fixtures.
Armstrong lamp
Embedded lamp "Armstrong" is used most often in large areas (such as offices, hospitals, pharmacies, shops, etc.) and is not at all suitable for lighting an apartment. If spot lamps are small and light, then Armstrong is much larger andheavier. This lamp has a metal base that is attached to the ceiling. It is better to install several of these lamps at the same distance. "Armstrong" has a square shape. There are pendant and built-in lamps. The former look bulky, while the latter look elegant and pretty.
Installation of the "Armstrong" lamp is made by opening the metal mesh and replacing the desired part. In this case, the mains voltage must be turned off!
Advantages and disadvantages of spotlights
Positives:
- Economy (consume ten times less electricity).
- Long life (one lamp lasts up to five years).
- Brightness (one LED bulb is equal to five regular bulbs).
- Diversity of species.
- Availability (average price - 500 rubles).
- Do not heat up.
Negatives:
- Embedding the lamp will not work without additional devices.
- Installation of a transformer (it is not advisable to install it yourself, and this is an additional cost).
By installing LED spotlights, you can forget about the burnout of light bulbs for a long time.
How much do recessed lights cost?
Lamps come in different shapes, sizes and shades. Each of them is unique not only in appearance, but also in price. As mentioned above, the average cost is 500rub. You can purchase the simplest recessed fixtures, the price of which is 150-200 rubles.
When buying, you need to start from the number of lamps and their sizes. For example, when purchasing five spotlights (the simplest ones), you will have to spend at least 750 rubles
In addition, the cost depends on the manufacturer. If you buy domestic products, the price will be acceptable, but foreign products will cost you more.
Embedding a lamp into the ceiling is easy. But it is important to choose the right one to decorate the ceiling and create a cozy atmosphere with that very zest. LED spotlights are the best lighting solution for your space.
