Need Ideas...

[longms]

Ok so I have a single car garage with limited space. It is used for detailing my vehicles mainly and like a warehouse for all of my crap. The dimensions are 21.5' x 13.5'. I want to set up some lighting for it but don't want to go over board. Here is what she looks like now.


Front of garage


back of garage.

Basically all I have now is that single bulb in the middle of the garage and in the past I just moved around the 500W halogen that is currently hanging from the ceiling.

Here is what I was thinking.



I was thinking about using either 8' or 4' sections with 2 bulbs in them but I just want to make sure there aren't any shadows cast onto the vehicle. Let me know what you guys think.

Thanks

[Danase]

That should work. I would go with 4' fixtures just because they are cheaper and the bulbs are cheaper and easier to transport when you have to go buy some.

[longms]

and plus lowes always runs a 2-for deal.

Sweet. Now I just need to figure out how to wire it.

[Danase]

Originally Posted by longms

and plus lowes always runs a 2-for deal.

Sweet. Now I just need to figure out how to wire it.

Do you have attic space you can just tap into the electrical for the other light?

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I have only 3, 4-bulb 48" fixtures for a larger space than you do (18x22), and I have plenty of light. They are however, T-5 H.O. fixtures.

I'd also recommend painting your ceiling white as it will make a difference!

Whatever fixtures you get, be sure to get bulbs that are 5000K...this is a very natural color temperature close to daylight.

[longms]

Thanks. I think I am going to go with 3, 2-bulb fixtures.

Yea I need to get up there and see what is going on up there.

Some new insulation might be in need as well.

[longms]

Ok. As you you can see there are shelve on the right side of the garage if you are looking to the back. I am thinking I should kick the fixtures over towards to the left side to account for the wasted foot of ceiling space.

What do you guys think?