question on what kind/brand of closet fluorescent light to use
Hello, I am having a house built and I need to purchase closet lights. My quesion is what is a good brand and a decent light for a closet? They will be going over the header on the inside of the door(hard wired). I am thinking I would want the 48 kind single bulb, as that seems like it be good. I looked online and dont know which one to buy. I want one that doesnt have the flicker when it starts and goes on instantly. Also I dont think it has be covered but not sure as I forget to ask. I live in Massachusetts. Thanks for the help. hi mbtech - I am an absolute novice. But I'm pretty sure you have to be concerned about electrical and building code which says something about how far away your fixture must be from the walls/shelves inside the closet. I believe this addresses fire hazards. I think an incandescent fixture must be 24 inches from the walls but a fluorescent fixture can be 18 inches from the walls. Something like that. I guess that important point is to check the codes. The pros will know. The builder is installing all the electrical box ect. So it will all be code I just want to know which kind to buy. Thanks How big are your closets? 48 fluorescent is a lot of light. Unless they are drive in closets, I would drop down to a 24 single tube T8 with a cover. Instant on and newer technology. They are standard bedroom closets with 2 doors from the front. I just thought 48 would give better coverage. What brand are the instant on ones and which is the best to buy? Also I cant seem to find any with covers on them, are they needed in closets? Thanks According to code...inside a closet, the tube must be covered. It must also be 6 away from material. Lithonia makes closet lights. There are several companies that make them. A 48 might be a little tricky to find......most of them are the shorter 15 or 18 watt fixtures. Ask your electrician for a suggestion. Try looking in the home improvement centers too. Thanks for the information, If anyone else has a place or a link where I can get them online please post it. Thanks Most all lighting and box stores carry good lines of fluorescent lights. Here's a good deal I ran across while surfing. Looks good and puts out pretty good light without being so big. Brushed Nickel 2-light Wall Sconce-P7090-09EBWB at The Home Depot 48 fixtures are slightly costly. ENERGY STAR White Puff 51 1/4 Long Ceiling Light - #70300 | LampsPlus.com Small but pretty powerful.....two short tubes.....almost same output as 48 ENERGY STAR Puff White 27 1/2 Long Ceiling Light - #57504 | LampsPlus.com Maybe use two of these....end to end.... Lithonia Lighting CUC8 15 120 LP S1 Contemporary / Modern 1 Light Fluorescent Closet Light with Pull Chain or two of these....end to end...Amazon.com: GE 10169 Slimline 23-Inch Linkable Fluorescent Under-Cabinet Light Fixture: Home Improvement
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