simple lumen method

Question 1

is light intensity on a surface from a light source

Answer 1

lux

Question 2

measurement for lux

Answer 2

lm/m2

Question 4

presupposes that luminaires will be spaced so that uniformity of
illumination is provided

Answer 4

simple lumen method

Question 5

This is often used by architects, specially if the type of lamp to be used remain
undecided

Answer 5

simple lumen method

Question 6

formula for simple lumen method

Answer 6

n= (i x a) / L

Question 7

n= (i x a) / L means?

Answer 7

n= number of lamps
i= desired illumination (tables)
a= area of room
l= lamp lumen (give thru table too)

Question 8

similar to direct – indirect lighting with the addition of side light. Room effect is very
similar

Answer 8

general diffuse lighting

Question 9

makes all room surfaces illuminated and becomes secondary light sources

Answer 9

general diffuse light

Question 10

when properly designed, gives a nearly uniform, glare less
illumination in the room.

Answer 10

indirect lighting

Question 11

This type is useful in spaces with video display terminals

Answer 11

indirect lighting

Question 12

Directs all light to the ceiling

Answer 12

cove lighting

Question 13

Should be used only with white or
near white ceilings

Answer 13

cove lighting

Question 14

It has soft and uniform light but
lacks emphasis

Answer 14

cove lighting

Question 15

Best used to supplement other
lighting techniques.

Answer 15

cove lighting

Question 16

Suitable for high ceilinged rooms and
for places where ceiling heights
abruptly change

Answer 16

cove lighting

Question 17

Located over work areas to
provide higher level of light
directly below

Answer 17

soffit

Question 18

Excellent for niches over sofas,
pianos, built-in desks.

Answer 18

soffit

Question 19

Used with large mirrors and
countertop lavatories. Length is
coordinated with size of mirror.

Answer 19

soffit

Question 20

Add luxury touch with attractively
decorated bottom diffuser

Answer 20

soffit

Question 21

Is always used at windows,
usually with draperies.

Answer 21

valance

Question 22

Provides uplight that
reflects off ceiling for
general lighting and
downlight for drapery
accent

Answer 22

valance

Question 23

When closer to ceiling, less
than 250mm, use closed top
to eliminate annoying
ceiling brightness

Answer 23

valance

Question 24

Totally luminous ceiling provide
skylight effect very suitable for
interior rooms or utility spaces
such as kitchens, baths and
laundries

Answer 24

lighted ceiling

Question 25

With decorative diffuser patterns, more decorative supports and color accents, they become acceptable for many other living spaces such as family rooms, dens, etc

Answer 25

lighted ceiling

Question 26

Dimmer switching and controls are desirable

Answer 26

lighted ceiling

Question 27

Direct all their light downward to give dramatic interest to wall coverings, draperies, paintings and murals, etc

Answer 27

cornice

Question 28

May also be over windows where space above window does not permit valance lighting

Answer 28

cornice

Question 29

Good for low – ceilinged rooms.

Answer 29

cornice

Question 30

wood, plastic or metal. size depends on height of cornice and required shielding angle

Answer 30

facing

Question 31

Provides both up and down light for general room lighting

Answer 31

high bracket

Question 32

Used on interior walls to compliment window valance both architecturally and for lighting distribution

Answer 32

high bracket

Question 33

Mounting height determined by window or door height.

Answer 33

high bracket

Question 34

Is used for special wall emphasis or lighting specific tasks such as sink, range, reading in bed, etc.

Answer 34

low bracket

Question 35

Mounting height is determined by eye height of users. From both seated and standing positions.

Answer 35

low bracket

Question 36

Length should relate to nearby furniture groupings and room scale

Answer 36

low bracket

Question 37

Is most applicable to bath and dressing rooms

Answer 37

canopy

Question 38

Provides excellent general room illumination as well as light to the user’s face

Answer 38

canopy

Question 39

Creates pleasant vistas.

Answer 39

lighted wall panel

Question 40

Is a comfortable background for seeing tasks

Answer 40

lighted wall panel

Question 41

Adds luxury touch in dining areas, family rooms and as room dividers

Answer 41

lighted wall panel

Question 42

A wide variety of decorative materials are available as diffusing covers

Answer 42

lighted wall panel