Lighting Design and Layout Service
We are pleased to offer free design and layout service for all track systems. The fastest and most efficient way to design a system for your needs is to examine a floor plan of the space that needs to be illuminated and to discuss with each client the type of business (product or service) involved. Once there is a good basic understanding of the project, we will suggest different track, track heads and light bulbs options to achieve optimum results. Every lighting design and layout project has the following components: Floor Plan - Drawings or Blueprints, Select a Track System, choose from 2 Wire (L), 3 Wire (H) or Wire 2 Wire (J). Choose either Low Voltage (12 Volt) or Line Voltage (120 Volt). Select Track Heads. Select the proper lightbulb. Find a qualified licensed electrician to properly install the track system and assure that the proper power is available for the recommended plan. All lighting layout suggestions are recommended estimates based on the information provided. Light-A-Store.com is not responsible for inaccurate layout instructions or problems arising from suggested layouts. We recommend you use a qualified licensed electrician to install your track lighting. Have your electrician review your bill of materials before ordering. Do not schedule installation until all parts have arrived and are checked in.
Step One: Create a drawing of the space where track lighting is to be installed. It will look similar to this drawing: Click Drawing For Larger View. An architect's rendering is not necessary. Track lighting can be installed as a straight line, as an "L", as an "X", or as a "T". Track lighting can also be in the shape of a box. Include in your drawing overall dimensions of the total space and consumer traffic walk ways, if known. It is also important to include the lengths of each track lighting run that appears on the drawing. Light-A-Store can assist and fine tune your needs and give you the best quote after you send the drawing to the address below. .
Step Two: Send your drawing, name, and address via mail to: Light-A-Store.com, Inc. P.O. Box 52 Eatontown, NJ 07764 or email them to: Be sure to include your phone number and email address so that we can contact you promptly.
Track Lighting Examples: Click Photo For Larger View. This photo demonstrates track lighting in parallel rows. Note the customer walkways and the quantity and positioning of the track heads. Click here to view another actual photo. Listed below are track lighting ideas for consideration: Track lighting enhances color, texture, depth, and merchandise presentation. Track heads are "light bulb holders," as the lamp does all the work. Flood type bulbs can feature one sofa or an entertainment center. Spot type lamps can show off art or the area of one coffee table from a 12-foot ceiling. Use a mix of flood and spot bulbs for depth and drama. Create a grid system for your track. Every display floor will change. Track lighting is flexible and can adjust for any new set-up. A system of rows or right angles will work great for complete lighting coverage. Track runs of 32 feet can easily be created. Heads can be added as needed. Up to 1200 watts per run without re-powering the track. Install an average of one head every 2 feet (75 PAR 30). Use black track and heads on a black ceiling, white on white. Track can be attached to a laid in or dropped style ceiling with clips.