Browse by LIVING ROOM
View all Rooms
LIVING ROOM
LIVING ROOM Description:
The living room is the most important room in the house because it's usually the place the family spends the most time. There are many different uses for the room, so it's important to make sure you have the appropriate lighting.

There's actually a proven formula for calculating the proper amount of general light (usually expressed as the number of watts) you should have in each room or area of your home . . . and it's not difficult, just some basic arithmetic.

Multiply the length times the width of the room. Then, multiply that number times 1.5. That gives you the amount of wattage you need to light the room properly for general illumination. Example: A room is 12 ft. x 16 ft. (12 x 16 = 192). Then multiply 192 x 1.5 = 288 watts. That means an 8-light chandelier using 40-watt bulbs would give 320 watts, which is even more light than needed.

For specific task lighting in areas where stronger light is needed, multiply the area's square footage by 2.5 rather than 1.5 to find the needed wattage. A kitchen work island or a desk area where schoolwork is done are examples of task areas in your home. Instructions provided by Kichler Lighting.
Sign Up Now
to find out about special offers, sales, exclusive promotions, and more.
Connect With Us
Join the conversation about modern design
Get in Touch
1500 Government St, Baton Rouge LA 70802
info@cajunlighting.com
225-388-0073
Open Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday and Sunday by appointment only
Top Categories
Copyright © 2020 Cajun Electric & Lighting
225-388-0073
Customer Copy
Images
Item Details
Customer Information
Item Prices
Order Totals
Vendor Information
Item Notes
Sales Rep Notes
Order Notes
Terms & Conditions
Pickup/Delivery Date
To: From: Subject:
Images
Item Details
Customer Information
Item Prices
Order Totals
Vendor Information
Item Notes
Sales Rep Notes
Order Notes
Account Rebate
Terms & Conditions
Pickup/Delivery Date
Point of Sale