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Lighting Tips for Foyers, Halls,
Stairs, & Laundry
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In
the entrance foyer, general
lighting is needed to welcome guests and assure
safe passage. This can be furnished by a handsome
ceiling fixture that emits a generous spread of
light. If more light is needed, consider placing
matching wall sconces on either side of a foyer
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Hallways
should be illuminated
every 8 to 10 feet for safety. You can accomplish
this with ceiling fixtures, wall sconces, recessed,
or track lighting. Movable track fixtures will
give you the general lighting you need for safety,
while allowing you to accent any artwork or family
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Stairs
should be lighted
from top to bottom to prevent accidents, with
switches at both ends for convenience. If hall
and foyer fixtures do not illuminate the entire
stairway, you can install a chain-hung or close-to-ceiling
fixture above the top step.
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Utility/laundry
areas need plenty of well-diffused general
lighting for sorting and spotting laundry, measuring
detergent, and setting dials. A large ceiling
fixture with energy-efficient fluorescent tubes
should do the job. Warm white tones will provide
the best all-around color rendition.
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