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LIGHTING TERMS
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ARMS: On a chandelier or wall-mounted fixture, a projection that holds bulbs and/or shades.
BACK PLATE: The back of the fixture that mounts to the wall. CANOPY: On a ceiling fixture, the decorative plate that attaches
to the ceiling to cover the junction box.
CHAIN: A series of metal rings connected together and used for hanging light fixtures such as chandeliers or pendants.
EXTENSION: The depth of a wall fixture, or the measurement from the wall to the farthest point away from the wall.
FLUORESCENT: Tubular lights known for energy efficiency and bulbs that stay cool to the touch.
FLUSHMOUNT: A fixture that mounts directly to the ceiling using a pan that is the same diameter as the fixture.
HEIGHT ON CENTER: The height from the center of the outlet box to the top of the fixture.
LED (Light-Emitting Diode): a device that emits visible light when current passes through it. LED light bulbs are an energy- saving and cost-efficient way to light your home, using up to 85 percent less power.
SCONCE: Any wall-mounted fixture that has an extension.
UNDERCABINET: A fixture that is installed literally under a cabinet, designed to light the counter area below.
AG ANTIQUE GOLD
AGL ANTIQUE GOLD LEAF AGY ANTIQUE GRAY
AL ANTIQUE LEAD
AS ANTIQUE SILVER ASH ASH
CH CHROME
ORB OIL-RUBBED BRONZE PN POLISHED NICKEL
RB RAW BRASS
R RUSSET
SN SATIN NICKEL
TC TIN COATED
W WOOD
WG WASHED GOLD
WH WHITE
PRODUCT ICONS
Indicates lighting fixtures that can be mounted up or down.
Indicates lighting fixtures that are LED energy-saving.
Indicates lighting fixtures that can be used indoor or outdoor.
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