You might already know that low bay lights are best for ceilings 12–20 feet high, while high bay lights are used in ceilings higher than 20 feet. But that’s only half the story. While it’s true that the mounting height of the fixtures is the deciding factor, both high bay and low bay lights have unique design features you need to consider for each application. These include: Beam angle Lumen output Mounting type Lighting technology High and low bay lights also come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and Kelvin color temperatures. Will you install rou … Continue reading

Recessed lights are all about adding space to your room. Actual space, yes, but also visual space, i.e., how breathable and airy your room appears to the eye’s periphery. As their essential feature, recessed lights are installed inside—as opposed to on—the surface of your ceiling, walls, or floor. A linearly designed recessed light fixture, in particular, won’t just add visibility; it’ll also infuse an extra sense of ambiance and lightness into the room.Table of Contents LED Linear Recessed 66 Wall Wash, 8-ft S4 Foot LED Recessed Linear Light With Flange, 4 … Continue reading

“Brighter is better” has been the philosophy behind gas station lighting here in the US for many years. Now, with modern lighting technology and sophisticated client needs, factors such as quality of illumination, lifetime cost, and energy usage take center stage when choosing canopy lights for gas station lighting. The proprietors of modern gas stations have now realized that good quality lighting is crucial for safety, cost savings, and attracting more drivers to their facilities. General and electrical contractors are faced with quite a challenge when helping cli … Continue reading

During your time as a contractor or technician, you’ve probably heard the old industry saying, “if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it.” But, when talking about upgrading to LED high bay lights, there are many good reasons to make that change anyway. In comparison to the more traditional incandescent, halogen, or fluorescent lighting, LED lights are safer, more versatile, last longer, and save money on energy costs. All these benefits stem from the fact that LED lighting technology is highly energy efficient. LEDs deliver more light with less wastage, while using onl … Continue reading

At RelightDepot, we’re invested in your success.  When your business grows, we grow.  And when you struggle with construction payment cycles that require you to pay for materials before you’ve been paid for the work, everyone is impacted.  We believe contractors should start expecting more from their suppliers and we're prepared to provide our customers with the support they need. That’s why I’m excited to announce our game-changing extended payment terms program through our partnership with Billd, with the sole purpose of bringing cash flow stability to your business. … Continue reading

There’s nothing quite as unsettling as a dark stairwell.  The thought of having to use a dark stairway instantly brings fear and uncertainty and makes many people feel unsafe.  I think I might even want to walk down the middle of the ramp in a parking garage rather than venture into the unknown of its dark stairwell.  This doesn’t have to be the case! We’re going to discuss stairwell lighting, how to properly light a stairwell, and some features of modern stairwell lights that will even help lower your electric bill! Dangers of Dark Stairwells Every mul … Continue reading