As 2023 comes to a close, we’re looking back on some of the exciting products we added at PROLIGHTING this year. Among them, Task Lighting’s popular Lighted Power Strips with an upgraded tunable-white feature, Lutron Caséta’s new Pico Paddle Remote for dimmers and switches, and Lotus’ RGB+CCT Tunable Floating Gimbal — the first smart product from the downlight brand. These three products quickly became best sellers at PROLIGHTING for their functionality and innovative features.
PROLIGHTING now has two new products available for contractors looking to stock up on fire rated LED downlights. But first, why fire rated? While typical IC-rated fixtures are designed and tested for direct contact with insulation, they are actually poor flame barriers. Most IC fixtures are made either from light sheet metal or aluminum that breaks down rapidly when in direct contact with fire. Every time you cut a hole in the ceiling to install a recessed light, you create a free passage for fire and smoke. While IC-rated lights are constructed to avoid starting fires, fire rated downlights serve as a fire barrier in the event a fire has already started.
The latest LED product from Lotus LED Lights is here at PROLIGHTING and it’s a total game-changer. Introducing the Ultimate J-Box Mount Recessed LED Light. This patent pending, 5-inch J-Box Mount LED light is already proving to be a big hit with contractors, electricians and do-it-yourselfers alike. Finally, we have a fixture with the look of a recessed LED downlight, but without the hassle of cutting holes in your ceiling or doing an expensive new install.
Anyone familiar with HGTV programming has probably heard of Mike Holmes—the Canadian builder/contractor who first gave us Holmes on Homes—a show that featured the expert Holmes swooping in to save homeowners from renovations gone wrong. Now, with more than eight reality series to his name and over 100 episodes of different projects, Holmes is back with another new home improvement show, Holmes Family Rescue.
When it comes to lighting design, closets are one of the most overlooked areas in the home. Regardless of the size of your closet, proper closet lighting is important not only for aesthetic reasons, but because these areas also have their own set of safety requirements. Whether you’re building a brand new closet space or updating an existing one, these tips should help ease the stress of shopping for lighting. Note Important Safety Codes The National Electric Code (NEC), which is published every three years by the National Fire Protection Association, sets the rules and guidelines that apply to building regulations in most commercial and residential spaces, including closets and other storage areas. In the 2008 edition of the code, LED fixtures were allowed for the first time. Since then, modern homes have slowly integrated over to LED technology. However, people still utilize a pull chain and bare bulb method…
Why Under Cabinet Lighting? Under cabinet lighting is one of the most useful and convenient lighting applications on the market today. As the name suggests, under cabinet lighting refers to light fixtures that are installed most commonly underneath upper wall kitchen cabinets, illuminating the space directly below. These hidden fixtures are able to blend in seamlessly without looking obtrusive or clashing with existing decor. They’re used predominantly in kitchen areas where additional light is useful for reading recipes and preparing food. An under cabinet system will not only improve the brightness and overall look and feel of your space; it’s also one of the easiest ways to increase the resale value of your home. Modern LED under cabinet lights have revolutionized kitchen lighting, offering superior energy efficiency and longer lifespans compared to outdated fluorescent or halogen systems. Whether you choose hardwired under cabinet lighting for a permanent installation or plug in…
