Ambient Lights
For ambient lighting in your hallway, you’ll want to measure the length and height of the space. If you have a long hallway, you can install multiple overhead lights, with a fixture every few feet. This will provide plenty of ambient light for the entire space, while also creating balance and symmetry within the hallway. For shorter hallways, one or two lights can suffice, as long as you feel they provide enough illumination.
By knowing the height of the hallway, you can choose the appropriate type of light fixtures. If the hallway ceiling is 8 or 9 feet high, you’ll want to install flush or semi-flush fixtures to keep the lights out of the navigable space. For ceilings that are 10 feet and above, you can add pendant lights or other hanging fixtures, since there should be plenty of clearance. Single pendants can be a great choice for your hallway, as long as there’s enough room.
Recessed lights can also be installed in hallways, and you can place them between your flush or hanging lights, creating even more ambient illumination. You can also only use recessed lighting, if you decide that you don’t want any other ambient fixtures. Our staff can provide recommendations based on your preferences and your budget.