Lighting

Bulbs

• What are the different types of light bulbs and their characteristics?

Ratings & Certifications

• What does ADA approved mean?
• What is UL listing and why is it important?
• What does it mean if the rating of a product is dry rated or listed as indoor only?
• What does it mean if the rating of a product is damp rated?
• What is the difference between a hardwired light fixture and one with a 2-prong plug?

Lamps

• What is a portable light?
• What are the main components of a lamp and their functions?
• What are the different types of lamp shade shapes and their materials?
• How do you measure the overall dimensions of a lamp?
• What are the different switch types for table and floor lamps?
• What are the basic components of a standard table lamp shade and base?

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Hanging Best Practices

• Where are the best places in the home to hang a chandelier?
• What is the correct height to hang a pendant over a dining table or kitchen island?
• What are the minimum and maximum hanging heights for pendants and chandeliers?

Pendants & Chandeliers

• What are ceiling lights and how are they used in home lighting design?
• What are the main components of a chandelier or pendant light?