Leonid: “I am planning to make lighting for the wardrobe. Can you tell me what kind of lighting can I use? "
As practice shows, such a piece of furniture definitely needs lighting, since it is difficult to find the necessary things in the dark. It is quite possible to do such work on your own, without contacting specialists. Large expenses will not be required. This business will take a minimum of time, and even a beginner can handle it.
Not so long ago, halogen lamps were used for backlighting, but their disadvantage is that they get very hot. This poses a certain danger - you can not only get burned, but also ruin things. In addition, a fire can occur as the materials used to make the furniture are highly flammable.
Fluorescent lamps are widely used. Even if you do not turn off the light for a long time, they will not heat up. They are installed not only inside, but also outside, mounted in the upper cornice.
The ideal option is automatic lighting: you open the cabinet doors - the light turns on, close it - turns off.
LED lighting will not only transform your interior, but also illuminate the cabinet inside well. It will cost more, but it will pay for itself in the process of work, and electricity is saved. It has many advantages: it lasts a long time, is compact, withstands shocks, you can adjust the light intensity, is fire resistant, works at low voltage, it meets all fire safety standards, since it does not heat up, it is environmentally friendly (it does not contain Mercury). LED manufacturers currently guarantee uninterrupted lighting for seven years. This is a long enough period.
In addition to the above light sources, luminaires with a built-in motion sensor are produced. It is better to prefer models with an ultrasonic sensor, in this case, the light turns on when the door is opened. Many professionals advise to think over the mounting scheme in advance.
