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HubiTrubi402 Jun 2024 15:36Hello everyone,
I would like to get your opinion on a lighting issue. We have a finished attic space with a central beam. Unfortunately, the light fixture connection is not centered but rather positioned closer to the staircase. However, we need the light in the room, so more toward the opposite side of the beam. I have bought a 6-light fixture (see photo) that is about 115 cm (45 inches) long. Visually, I like it, but because of the position of the wiring connection, even when I place the fixture so that the connection is at the very edge of the light, the fixture is only just centered on the beam. But the light is needed further toward the front side of the room, where my desk is located. Does anyone have an idea of what would work best here? I have also considered a track lighting system like Paulmann Urail. This is a rail system where you could theoretically install a 2 or 3 meter (6.5 or 9.8 feet) long track and then position the spotlights freely along it. Of course, I would still need a desk lamp, but it would be good if the room was reasonably well lit.
One more thing: The cable has 4 conductors… I believe there are 2 live wires. I’m not sure why… Attached are photos of the beam and the light connection.
I would like to get your opinion on a lighting issue. We have a finished attic space with a central beam. Unfortunately, the light fixture connection is not centered but rather positioned closer to the staircase. However, we need the light in the room, so more toward the opposite side of the beam. I have bought a 6-light fixture (see photo) that is about 115 cm (45 inches) long. Visually, I like it, but because of the position of the wiring connection, even when I place the fixture so that the connection is at the very edge of the light, the fixture is only just centered on the beam. But the light is needed further toward the front side of the room, where my desk is located. Does anyone have an idea of what would work best here? I have also considered a track lighting system like Paulmann Urail. This is a rail system where you could theoretically install a 2 or 3 meter (6.5 or 9.8 feet) long track and then position the spotlights freely along it. Of course, I would still need a desk lamp, but it would be good if the room was reasonably well lit.
One more thing: The cable has 4 conductors… I believe there are 2 live wires. I’m not sure why… Attached are photos of the beam and the light connection.
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nordanney2 Jun 2024 19:10HubiTrubi40 schrieb:
because my desk is also there. Does anyone have an idea what would be best suited here? A classic desk lamp or a floor lamp in the corner.
I wouldn’t use ceiling spotlights from above and behind, as they just cast a shadow on your desk.
So my advice: a nice ceiling light for general illumination, but no spotlights. Then have separate task lighting where it’s needed.
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Simon-1893 Jun 2024 09:19Hello,
I would install a surface-mounted box over the hole in the wood (these are also available in brown, beige, and sometimes even wood finish – which probably won’t exactly match your existing wood color). From the box, you can then run new cables as needed to the desired location. The fourth conductor can simply be terminated with a connector inside the box if it is truly not needed.
I would install a surface-mounted box over the hole in the wood (these are also available in brown, beige, and sometimes even wood finish – which probably won’t exactly match your existing wood color). From the box, you can then run new cables as needed to the desired location. The fourth conductor can simply be terminated with a connector inside the box if it is truly not needed.
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