Monday, February 27, 2006

Tell me more about the Panasonic FV11-VH1 heat vent combination bathroom fan.

Does this unit have separate motors for heating and ventilating?What are the unit dimensions. Where can I buy it?

We hope that you will purchase your PANASONIC HEATER from Residential Landscape Lighting & Design.

The unit has two motors. One for the fan forced heater and the other for the exhaust feature. Please visit the product detail page which has a 3D drawing showing the all the dimensions.

PANASONIC FV11-VHI HEAT/VENT FAN

Thanks for checking with us for your HOME FAN & HEATER needs. Everyone here at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design looks forward to earning your business. Call us toll free at 800-239-2939.

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What is the best way to illuminate a Thomas Kinkaid painting?

Hello. I was hoping that someone might be able to assist me. I recently just purchased 2 Thomas Kinkaide paintings. They are Holiday gathering and Disneyland 50th Anniversary. As you may already know, Thomas Kinkaide is known as the painter of light and many of his paintings are designed to be seen with multiple effects as long as you have the proper lighting. I would like to duplicate in my home, that same studio effect that brought me to buy both of these paintings. Can you please recommend the proper lighting distance etc for these 2 paintings? I will be more than happy to supply you with more details so I can determine the best lighting products to purchase. Thank you!

Congratulations on your purchase of two Thomas Kinkade works. I have always admired his works and particulars his use of light in the subject matter.

Most galleries use a strong halogen light source to showcase there art. Halogen has good color rendering and can be dimmed to get just the right level of light.

We have a couple of ART LIGHTING FIXTURES that may be of instructs to you.

HALO 1499RT/1420P ACCENT LIGHT

PHANTOM CONTOUR PROJECTOR

Both of these lights use a halogen source. Other than cost, the main difference is the ability to shape the light to fit the exact contour of the art without spill light on the wall. This will give you a lighted from within look that is just spectacular.

Give us a call here at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939 should you have additional questions.

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What can you tell me about calculating voltage drop and loop wiring methods?

I've got an 80 ft run that I want to use 12/2 DIRECT BURIAL WIRE for 120 watts of load (6 fixtures). If I use a loop wire circuit (at the end of the run) How can I calculate the voltage drop? Or is there any?

Check out our DESIGNING LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING PAGE for wiring diagrams and CALCULATE VOLTAGE DROP page.

This should give you the information you need to properly install your low voltage lighting system. Thanks for visiting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. Call us toll free at 800-239-2939 should you need andditional OUTDOOR LANDSCAPE LIGHTING PRODUCTS.

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I am looking for some replacement Malibu lighting fixture parts.

On a Malibu low wattage string of 6, the connector punctures the cable and the two wires clip into a small plastic part. The bulb fits into the other end of this plastic part.What is this plastic part called and where can I buy them? Thanks

I am not aware of replacement parts for Malibu lighting fixtures. Perhaps you can contact MALIBU LIGHTING directly for assistance.

We have a great selection of LANDSCAPE LIGHTING PRODUCTS and some COMMERCIAL LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING KITS. Perhaps you can find something that will work for you.

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your question. Come back and see us aging in the near future.

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I am looking for a low voltage lighting transformer to replace an old Hampton Bay model that has failed.

Do you know what has happened to the Hampton Bay 600-watt landscape lighting transformer? I can not find one anywhere now, and have used them in my business before.

Hampton Bay transformers are a house brand of Home Depot. I have noticed that they are stocking Intermatic and Malibu liandscape lighting products.

We offer a full line of LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING TRANSFORMERS in all shapes and sizes. Perhaps you can find a replacement for your old Hampton Bay favorite.

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. Call us at 800-239-2939 if you need help with this or any lighting product!

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Sunday, February 26, 2006

Do I need a low voltage lighting transformer for the Focus SL03 grade level up light fixture?

Is a separate transformer needed for the FOCUS SL03 UP LIGHT fixture?

Yes, you will need a FOCUS LOW VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER to power up this light fixture like the one shown in the picture.

Thanks for looking at our LANDSCAPE LIGHTING PRODUCTS and we hope that you will decide to order from us. Our customer service representatives are ready to assist you toll free at 800-239-2939.

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Can you help me design low voltage lighting for my backyard deck?

Do you have any recommendations on any up lighting to recess in wood decking?

The FOCUS SL37 GRADE LEVEL UP LIGHT is a great little light for accent lighting. It can be recessed flush in the deck to illuminate the columns and ceiling. You have your choice of MR8 (2.0" Diameter), MR11 (2.5" Diameter), MR16 (3.0" Diameter).

Have you taken a look at our HANGING BASKET LIGHTS or our SURFACE MOUNT STEP LIGHTS? This might be a nice touch for your deck.

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your OUTDOOR LANDSCAPE LIGHTING project. If you need a little help picking the right fixture, just give Gabriela a call in customer service at 800-239-2939.

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What size magnetic transformers do you have in both 12 and 24 volt models?

What size circuit breaker needed for this transformer? I assume a single pole breaker. Don't need this amount of wattage. Is there a smaller size magnetic transformer?

Yes, we have smaller MAGNETIC TRANSFORMERS than the 500-watt model you selected

We have 100 watt, 150 watt, 250 watt, 500 watt, 750 watt and 1000 watt low voltage magnetic transformers. For fusing, please see individual product pages for more information.

We have all these transformers in stock and ready to ship. Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design.

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Can you help me design a outdoor landscape lighting system and supply everything in a kit?

I build custom decks and plan to offer lighting packages as an option.While I am no electrician, I can handle low voltage lighting. I am looking for pricing on lighting packages that I could illustrate to my customers.Will I have to piece meal each package? It looks like I will need to calculate the light type, the length of wire to connect the lights and a transformer. Is this the required components I would need to make it happen? I would appreciate your help. Thank You

We sell custom OUTDOOR LIGHTING KITS with everything in the box. It comes with the transformers, fixtures, lamps, mounting stakes and wire. All you have to do is pick the size and type of fixture you want to use.

You best bet is to purchase a couple of lights as samples to show your customers. Seeing is believing! We have many OUTDOOR LIGHTING FIXTURES for you to onsider.

Feel free to call Jeremy in customer service at Residential Landcape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939 for assistance. If you create a LOGIN ACCOUNT you can create kits and save them in your folder. This is great for electrical contractors or homeowners who want to shop and think about their purchase.

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Saturday, February 25, 2006

How do you mount a Focus step lighting fixture to the wall if it does not a have a back box?

Please provide a spec sheet that will show the rough in box for this Focus landscape lighting fixture.

The FOCUS SL07 step light does not have a rough in box. It is designed to attach directly to the wall with screws.

If you are looking for a low voltage step light that has a back box check out these other STEP LIGHTS FROM FOCUS LIGHTING.

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. Just give us a call toll free at 800-239-2939 if you need any help with your selection.

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What are the depth requirements for burying conduits around tree roots?


How deep are typical conduits that house the wires that provide power to these units when they are near grass, landscaping and trees that are 40 feet tall? Thanks

How deep you install the conduits is specified by the National Electrical Code. For schedule 40 PVC conduit and UF CABLE you must bury it a minimum of 18". For galvanized rigid conduit, you can go as shallow as 6" below the surface.

So if you are hand digging around tree roots it is must better to use the metal conduit. Much less stress to the trees and to the landscaping.

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your OUTDOOR COMMERCIAL LIGHTING EQUIPMENT. We can be reached toll free at 800-239-2939 should you need assistance with your order.

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So why can''t I put my low voltage lighting transformer in the garage?

Can I mount my 250 W outdoor transformer in the garage, if it is connected to a GFCI receptacle? If not, why, and is there anything I can do to enclose it so it can be mounted in the garage?Thank you very much!

As long as you provide plenty of air space around the transformer for cooling, you should be fine. The issue is not the transformer it is how you get the wire from the garage to the landscape lighting.

LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING CABLE is not rated by the electrical code for installation through a wall without a conduit or pipe However, people do it all the time.

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I would like to know more about mounting methods for step and path lights.

Do you have a diagram that shows the back of this light? I need to know how it will mount so I can determine if we can use it. Thanks!

We do not have a diagram or illustration of the back to send you. The HADCO SLRL2U is mounts directly to the wall with screws. It is not designed to cover a standard electrical junction box. Sine the fixture is low voltage, the wires are just spliced behind the fixture using wirenuts.

This is a great little step light because it produces very little glare from normal viewing angles. Have you see the FOCUS SL07 in brass? This is a very popular STEP LIGHT. If you are looking for something with a junction box, check out the FOCUS SL30.

Thanks for looking at out products. I hope that you find a suitable fixture and we can be of service. Everyone one here at Residential Landscape lighting thanks you for your patronage.

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What are the best bolts to use when mounting landscape lighting fixtures to trees?

Hi, first of all thanks for all the useful information on your site, I have found it extremely helpful. I''m interested in lighting the base of an oak in my garden. Due to the situation of the tree I have to mount the light directly to the trunk. I have read on your ''ask the experts'' archive, that stainless steel screws are tree friendly and wont damage the tree in any way. Can you please confirm that this is correct as the tree has a tree preservation order (I'm based in the UK) and cannot be damaged. Thanks in advance.

I am pleased that you find our landscape information interesting and helpful. Thank you for your kind words

Anytime you mount a light fixture to a tree it is considered a risk. The stainless steel screws are the best to mount lights as they do not rust. Our TREE MOUNT KIT contains the bolts, nuts, mounting plate and back plate.

Depending on the limb structure of the tree you can use either a BULLET STYLE UP LIGHTS or a BOX STYLE UP LIGHT for more intensity and coverage. On the box flood you will want the 4-sided bug shield option for glare controls.

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I am looking for some gaskets for use on some commercial low bay fixtures.

I recently purchased 4 of the TL16M low bay lights from you. Are rubber seals between the reflector and lens and a gasket between the ballast unit and reflector available.

You know I am not sure. May I ask what your reason for needing the gaskets is? Please contact Gabriela in customer service on Monday and she can check with the factory regarding gaskets. Our toll free number is 800-239-2939.

Thank you for your order and I hope the LOW BAY FIXTURES are what you expected. If you created a CUSTOMER LOGIN your next visit will be much more enjoyable.

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Friday, February 24, 2006

Where can I learn how to specify and design mercury vapor landscape lighting systems?

I currently design and install low volt landscape lighting. I am interested in installing line voltage systems, but I can't seem to find any books on the topic. I am a licensed electrician and I understand the NEC. What I am interested in is design, and the photometrics of mercury vapor, metal halide etc. landscape lighting products. Thanks

There are several books at Barnes and Nobles that I have seen on exterior landscape lighting. I learned myself by the old fashion way; making mistakes. In no time, you become an expert on the subject.

I personally prefer MERCURY VAPOR LIGHTING FIXTURES for moonlighting or up lighting specimen trees.

For down lighting, here are my rules:

Under 20' high go with a 50 WATT DOWN LIGHT

20 to 30' high go with a 100 WATT DOWN LIGHT

30 to 40' high go with a 175 WATT DOWN LIGHT

For up lighting, use the same rules:

Under 20' high go with a 50 WATT UP LIGHT

20 to 30' high go with a 100 WATT UP LIGHT

30 to 40' high go with a 175 WATT UP LIGHT

For large Palm trees I like to use the 175 WATT METAL HALIDE UP LIGHT with the spot lamp and hub mount option.

We are glad to help you design and specify LANDSCAPE LIGHTING EQUIPMENT for your jobs as a courtesy to you. You should buy a few different lights and experiment in your own yard. Landscape lighting is an art form, not a science. Landscape lighting is fun and very rewarding!

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. If you set up a CUSTOMER LOG IN ACCOUNT, you can build various kits and save them on your home page. It's a perfect tool for an electrical contractor or do it yourselfer.

Good luck!

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How far can I run low voltage lighting away from a time clock and still be OK?

First of all you are looking at a MECHANICAL TIME CLOCK and not a LOW VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER WITH A BUILT IN TIMER.

To operate a low voltage lighting system you need a low voltage or 12 volt transformer. The timer just turns it on and off.

How far you can you run the lights depends on the wire size and the total wattage of the lights. I would suggest that you take a look at our DESIGNING LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING information page for a complete overview.

For your convenience, we have assembled LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING KITS IN A BOX for just about any size job. They are easy to install and will give you years of nighttime enjoyment.

Thanks for contacting us here at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. We can be reached at 800-239-2939 toll free should you have any other questions.

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How do you switch a motion detector to manually override the device so the lights stay on?

The most common way to override the motion detector is to turn the switch on and off several times rapidly. This should put the MOTION DETECTOR in the manual mode. Fine tuning and adjusting motion detectors can be kind of tricky sometimes. Once you get them adjusted they are very reliable.

We appreciate the question here at Residental Landscape Lighting & Design. Use our toll free line 800-239-2939 for additional information on HOME AUTOMATION SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT.

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Thursday, February 23, 2006

Up lighting palm trees with professional grade metal halide landscape lighting fixtures.

I need to know if I install a RAB MH floodlight on the ground shining up will it provide enough light to illuminate a 22'' high Palm tree?

Yes, this LUMARK METAL HALIDE FIXTURE can illuminate your Palm tree. However, it will produce a tremendous amount of glare. You should consider using a METAL HALIDE BULLET STYLE UP LIGHT which has more control and a better beam pattern for landscape lighting. Specify the hub mount cover for easy mounting or remote the ballast box up to 20 feet away for a cleaner look.

Thank you for asking the question. We lookforward to serving you soon. Call us toll free at 800-239-2939 if you need anything else.

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How do I install halogen puck lights in my kitchen for task lighting?

Please send me the installation instructions for the xenon puck lights. I am thinking of installing them under new kitchen cabinets and I would like to find out the preferred method of installing and powering them.

These PUCK LIGHTS can be daisy chained with a small wiring harness. The installation is really quite simple. Just plug them in and neatly staple your wiring. Turn off the circuit breaker first! Enjoy!

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting and Design for your KITCHEN LIGHTING FIXTURES. We are here to help toll free at 800-239-2939.

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Lighted palm trees and lighted yard art add charm and ambiance to pool parties and outdoor events.

I am getting ready for a large corporate pool party at my bosses house. He has asked me to decorate the area with lighted palm trees and other festive lighted decorations. Do you have the lighted palm trees in stock? What is the lead time?

We have all our LIGHTED PALM TREES & OUTDOOR YARD ART in stock and ready to ship from the factory.

These lighted yard sculptures are great for parties and other outdoor group outings. We have palm trees with coconuts, and other decorations.

Give Aaron a call toll free 800-239-2939 at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for assistance and shipping information.

Thank you for contacting us and we look forward to serving you.

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Wednesday, February 22, 2006

Are 277 volt lighting step down transformers rated for outdoor use?

I am looking for a small enclosure similar to techlight- SSEG06, but I need a 277v input 12,13 or 14v L/V lighting output, 75-100watt. Enclosure has to be no larger than 5-15/16" square by any length. Outdoor use.

We have access to 277-volt 150-watt electronic transformers that are in stock. I am sure Sebco can produce one for you if you have some time. Contact Gabriela in customer service at 800-239-2939 for assistance.

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Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Indoor magnetic power transformers, low voltage lighting power supplies, lighting transformer & low voltage power

Is the Phantom transformer good for a kitchen?

All the PHANTOM 12V MAGNETIC TRANSFORMERS is rated for indoor use. The transformer has a secondary fuse and will work well with a LUTRON MAGNETIC DIMMER SWITCH.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. We look forward to serving you. Feel free to call us at 800-239-2939 for additional information.

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Monday, February 20, 2006

Sternberg lighting, Sternberg bollards, Sternberg Acorn lights, Sternberg street clocks & Sternberg light fixtures.

STERNBERG LIGHTING is a manufacturer of vintage style luminaires, ornamental poles with coordinating bollards and landscape furnishings available in a wide variety of designs. You won't find a better commercial grade lighting fixture like Sternberg. They are one of the oldest and most respected companies in the outdoor lighting business.

Sternberg lighting is used by cities, towns, main streets, parks, train stations, shopping centers, golf courses, hotels, colleges, banks, marinas and more. Since 1923, Sternberg has earned a reputation throughout the lighting industry for high quality products and services.

Residential Landscape Lighting & Design is your online resource for Sternberg lighting products and Sternberg light accessories:

Sternberg Decorative Bollard Light Fixtures

Sternberg Commercial Acorns & Globe Lights

Sternberg Outdoor Commercial Down Lighting Fixtures

Sternberg Commercial Outdoor Street Clocks

Sternberg Decorative Street Lighting Poles

All these fine Sternberg products are commercial grade and therefore prices are not posted online. Once you have determined which Sternberg products are right for your project, just give the lighting professionals a call toll free at 800-239-2939. The lighting specialists at Residential Landscape Landscape Lighting & Design are here to help. Whether you need a lighting design, photmetric layout, budget or just want to talk about your project, just give us a call..

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Sunday, February 19, 2006

Commercial lighting equipment, outdoor pole lighting, parking lot light, floodlight fixtures & security lighting.

Do you have a lumens chart for your 20' commercial lighting pole kit ? Thanks

Please give Jeremy a call in customer service at 800-239-2939 on Monday. To answer your question he will need to know the wattage and lamp type you have in mind to give you accurate information.

We have many COMMERCIAL 20' PARKING LOT KITS and DECORATIVE POLE LIGHT KITS here at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. Our lighting specialists will help you every step of the way determine and select which kit is right for you.

You can shop all day and you will see that we offer some of the most competitive prices online for COMMERCIAL LIGHTING EQUIPMENT. We look forward to adding the right light to compliment your property.

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Kichler landscape lighting, low voltage lighting systems, 12 volt lighting ideas & designing low voltage outdoor lighting systems.

I HAVE 6 KICHLER 35W SPOT LIGHTS AND 20 11W PATH LIGHTS WHAT SIZE TRANSFORMER DO I NEED AND DO I NEED DUAL TERMINALS? I HAVE A TOTAL OF AROUND 150 FEET OF WIRE TO RUN . ALSO WHAT GAGE WIRE SHOULD I USE AND DO YOU SELL THE TRANSFORMER I WOULD NEED THAT COMES WITH A TIMER? THANKS!!! P.S. ON THE SPOT LIGHTS (KICHLER)IT STATES ON THE BOX 300 WATT MAXIMUM TRANSFORMER (25 AMP)

You will need a 600-WATT TRANSFORMER to run your Kichler lighting system. We do have many transformers with timers for you to choose from. The TECHLIGHT LVE600MT is the least expensive we have posted. Please take a look at our DESIGNING LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING SYSTEM PAGE for wiring illustrations.

OK, let's do the math on your lighting system.

35w x 6 = 210 watts

11w x 20 = 220 watts

That's a total wattage of 430 watts and a total amperage of 36 amps.

You will need to split that up into two home runs using 12/2 DIRECT BURIAL CABLE back to the transformer not exceeding 215 watts per run or 18 amps per wire.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. We love to help people with OUTDOOR LIGHTING projects! Give us a call toll free at 800-239-2939 if you need further assistance.

Enjoy your new lighting!

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Panasonic heaters, vent fans for bathrooms, Panasonic exhaust fans & bathroom vent fans and heaters.

What is the wattage or amperage of the Panasonic FV11VH1 Whisper Warm 110 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan/Heat Combination?

The wattage or amperage of the Panasonic Exhaust fan/heater combination is 110 cfm, 1.1 sones, 25 watt fan and 1400 watt heater element.

PANASONIC VENT/EXHAUST FANS are some of the best bathroom fans on the market. They are quiet, well built and efficient to operate.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your BATHROOM VENT FAN needs. We are here to help, so give us a call toll free at 800-239-2939 should you have other questions or want to place the order by phone.

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Electronic transformer, power supplies for track lighting, low voltage lighting fixtures & track lighting

I have track lighting in my kitchen. About three or four days ago, they started to have problems. After being on for 10-15 minutes, they will turn themselves off for a second, then come back on, and on occasion, they will stay off even longer. The light switch is always in the on position, and there is only one switch. I have a Lightech Let 151 transformer, and I''m pretty sure I can hear it buzzing when the lights come back on. I''VA already tried changing the light switch, to no avail. Is this a problem with the transformer?

Transformers have thermal protector devices built into them to prevent overheating. So when they overheat they switch off and when they cool they turn back on.

I would check the wattage of your light bulbs to see that you have not exceeded the capacity of the transformer. This would certainly cause the problem.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design with your TRACK LIGHTING question. We are here to help, so give us a call at 800-239-2939 if you need a replacement ELECTRONIC TRANSFORMER or to consider other lighting options.

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Abolite, LSI, Primelite, gooseneck light, sign lighting fixtures & outdoor sign light.

Hi, I am looking for gooseneck exterior roof top sign light fixtures with extension mounts. Can you help me? I will need about 7 light fixtures for my sign.

Your best bet for assistance with GOOSENECK LIGHTING FIXTURES is to give customer service at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design a call toll free at 800-239-2939. We would need to know more about the project like the size of the sign, mounting conditions or even a digital picture showing the application.

Jeremy or Gabriela would be more than happy to assist with a design, specification and quote should you need something custom that is not currently posted online.

The PRIMELITE GOOSENECK LIGHTS are sold as shown except for color selection. The LSI GOOSENECK LIGHTING FIXTURES are more commercial grade and have many mounting selections and configurations. Just click on the mounting option link to view the choices.

We look forward to your call and helping you have the best looking sign in town!

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Lutron dimmer, dimmer control switch, switch dimmer controls, rheostat & Lutron electronics.

I'm a journeyman electrician, and I've seen/replaced plenty dimmer switches which have shorted out, worn out, smoked, etc. - My experience is that the slide-switch goes out more rapidly than the rheostat-turning dial one. My teachers in Israel said that it''s best to turn the dimmer switch down, then off, for the dial-switch, but at that time there was no slide dimmer-switch. Here, in my apprenticeship I never heard mention of the problem, but I replaced lots of them during this apprenticeship, too. What's your take on slide vs rotor switches, and is there a more safe way for turning them off? Is there a liquid switch for dimming which is safer and less likely to burn up? Thanks for whatever advice and information you can give me! Sincerely

I have not heard of problems like that with slide or rotary DIMMER CONTROLS. Most dimmer switch failures occur due to exceeding the capacity of the dimmer, not matching the load to the type of dimmer or overheating due to failure to DERATE DIMMERS when ganged with others.

LUTRON DIMMER SWITCHES are some of the finest dimmer controls on the market. They make devices for just about every application and load type.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design with your question. If we can be of further assistance please do not hesitate to call toll free at 800-239-2939.

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Saturday, February 18, 2006

Focus landscape lighting, focus industries, hanging low voltage lights, designing low voltage lighting & lighting stairways for safety.

I just received my order of ten focus brass hanging cylinder lights. I intend to hang them from trees going up an 80 step staircase to the house. I assumed the lights would come with directions. Could you send me information or direct me to a website on how to install the lights (connect them to a common wire/timer etc)? Thank you.

Thank you for your recent order and I will most certainly assist you in the best way to install your new FOCUS LANDSCAPE LIGHTING FIXTURES.

Low voltage lighting is really quite easy to design and install if you know the basics. Check out our information pages listed below for helpful tips and recommendations:

HOW TO DESIGN 12 VOLT LIGHTING Part #1

HOW TO DESIGN 12 VOLT LIGHTING Part #2

CALCULATING VOLTAGE DROP

The low voltage lighting system starts with a LIGHTING TRANSFORMER. The transformer should be centrally located in the system and wiring should be done as per the instructions in the above links.

Keep the wire small, like 16/2 from the HANGING LIGHT FIXTURES back to the tree limb and then increase the wire size to 12/2 or larger depending on the load and distance back to the transformer.

Sounds like a great project and a perfect application of low voltage hanging lights. Send us some pictures of the finished project and we will post them on our website www.rlldesign.com.

We like it when our customers are completely satisfied! Call us toll free at 800-239-2939 if you need anything else.

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Wall packs, sodium wall lights, security lighting fixtures, wall mounted flood lighting & warehouse lighting fixtures.

I was reviewing your wall pack conversion table and am not sure what it is telling me.The image appears to reflect the text on the left which states this is the foot candle array at 8'' height at a spacing of 6 to 1 and 2 mounting heights in front. How do I use the chart? It appears this is for the 50watt bulb and if I move the height up then my foot candle is the stated factor multiplied by the foot candles on the print. What about the text on the right for the 70Watt light? It mentions 3 heights in front, but the drawing only shows 2. Can you clarify for me. Thanks!

Thanks for the question. Rather than go through some long winded technical explanation on WALL PACKS, I think it would be better if you faxed a drawing of the area you are lighting. Send it to Jeremy's attention toll free at 877-272-0577.

Jeremy can then translate your design into a lighting layout and accurately answer your question as well as help you select the right fixture for the job. Mounting heights and spacing vary by fixture type, wattage and beam pattern. We offer a full selection of SECURITY LIGHTING EQUIPMENT as well as COMMERCIAL LIGHTING PRODUCTS.

We appreciate your interest in Residential Landscape Lighting & Design products and welcome your call at 800-239-2939 for additional design assistance.

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Make up lighting, vanity light, dressing room lighting & bathroom light fixtures.

Which type of bulb (fluorescent, halogen, incandescent) is best for a make up area with no natural light?

Actually, the best makeup lighting is a combination of all three light sources. Obviously, this would not be practical in your home. However, quality free standing make up mirrors have adjustable filters which shift the color of light to match the light source of choice.

Makeup should always be checked, and if possible even applied, under the lighting that similar to your environment. For example, if you are dressing for work, you may want to adjust your makeup to look good under a fluorescent lighting source. This consideration is particularly important with fluorescent light because these lights tend to be low in red light and high in green. Since normal skin tones contain a significant amount of green to start with, you may note obvious green skin tones under fluorescent light. The problem may be compounded if the makeup, itself, has green elements.

Position of the VANITY LIGHTS can be just important as the color of the light or makeup. Harsh shadows and the inability to see details on your face can distort how you apply your makeup. That is why makeup mirrors, used in combination with other light sources in the bathroom are always the best for frontal lighting and when you lack natural daylight.

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Friday, February 17, 2006

Hadco lighting fixtures, hadco light, outdoor lighting by hadco, & post top hadco lighting fixtures.

Will this fixture fit over a composite deck post that is 4 1/4" x 4 1/4" outside diameter? Thanks

The HADCO DL4 POST TOP LIGHT was originally designed for a 4" x 4" wood timber. I would assume that it would fit on your composite post as well. Worst case, you can trim the post and custom fit it.

This is a very handsome light, that would be worth the effort. HADCO LIGHTING is a top name in OUTDOOR LANDSCAPE LIGHTING FIXTURES.

Just give us a call at 800-239-2939 here at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design should you need additional information or assistance with your order.

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Halogen flood fixture, sign light, Rab lighting, outdoor lighting fixture & stake mounted flood lights.

I am looking for a 250w 120v outdoor floodlight fixture that can be staked in the ground to illuminate a 15 ft x 30 ft banner.

The RAB QF200 HALOGEN FLOODLIGHT or any of our HALOGEN FLOOD LIGHTS can be stake mounted and would work well for lighting your sign. All you need is one of our MOUNTING POSTS and you are in business.

If you have any more questions feel free to give us a call at 800-239-2939. Residential Landscape Lighting & Design is here to help with all your lighting needs.

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Thursday, February 16, 2006

Recessed lighting fixtures, line voltage down lights, low voltage accent lighting & general lighting for an office.

I am planning to add ceiling fixtures to make an office from what was a formal living room. I need a LOT of lumens in my office so I want to use many fixtures. I want to know how to decide between line voltage and low voltage fixtures. How do the bulb life, color rendition, heat output, energy efficiency compare? Should I use individual transformers or a single transformer with multiple fixtures? The ceiling height is 8''.... how far apart should the fixtures be placed to provide uniform lighting?

I would suggest that you go with RECESSED DOWN LIGHTS in the ceiling for general lighting. LOW VOLTAGE RECESSED LIGHTS do have less glare and are really designed for illuminating objects, not people. Low voltage down lighting fixtures in pairs do work well for spotting over a desk.

Take a look at our HALO H&RT/410P with a 120-watt incandescent flood lamp. Without seeing your floorplan it's hard for me to make specific recommendations. However, if you want good uniform illumination space the lights about 8' apart in a grid. Used in combination with a DIMMER CONTROL SWITCH you will have excellent general lighting. You could also consider using fluorescent recessed lighting fixtures if heat is a problem.

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your lighting supplies. Feel free to call at 800-239-2939 should you need further assitance.

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Toro lighting fixtures, replacement motion detectors, low voltage lighting transformers & outdoor landscape lighting accessories.

I have an older Toro power pack that is set up for a motion detector. We had a power outage for 8 hours and then once power came on, we then a power surge after that. My power pack is affected now. I can manually turn on my out door lights, on and off but my motion detector will not work. When I put it in test mode it works fine as the lights blink on and off when I walk out to the area its to pick up. But when I plug it into work mode they will not work and wont come on. So this tells me that my motion detector is fine but maybe my power pack took the hit when we had the surge as it was in work mode. I don't think I can buy Toro products any more. Can I change out the power back with something different and say with a different motion detector and still use my existing lights and can you refer where I can buy Toro outdoor products.

Sorry to here that your OUTDOOR LIGHTING SYSTEM took a hit. Unfortunately, we do not carry Toro lighting products. We do carry a full line of MOTION DETECTORS for 120 volt and 12 volt systems and LIGHTING TRANSFORMERS from companies as FOCUS, RAB, SEBCO, TECHLIGHT and many other name brand vendors.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design regarding your lighting issues. Fee free to contact us toll free at 800-239-2939 for further assistance in resolving your problem. We are here to help!

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Traxon USA, mood lights, LED mood lighting fixtures, mood lights by Traxon & great gift items.

Please tell me more about the Traxon LED wall panels.

You can learn more about TRAXON MOOD LIGHTS by visiting the TRAXON USA WEBSITE. The LED light panels and art objects are really very cool products. They make great gifts, displays or add charm and character to any room setting.

Here at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design we specialize in mood lighting. You can contact our friendly customer service representatives toll free at 800-239-2939.

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Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Nutone, Panasonic, heaters, exhaust fans, bathroon vent fan, & vent fans and heaters by Nutone and Panasonic.

I need to replace a Nutone 668N vent. I am looking for something that will fit in the same cutout, similar performance,easy installation and virtually maintenance free? Can you make 2-4 recommendations. Please provide model number so that I can research the unit in details. Thank you for your time and efforts. Sincerly

The NUTONE 668RP has replaced the Nutone 668N. We have these fine EXHAUST FANS, PANASONIC VENT FANS, and NUTONE HEATERS in stock.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your new fan. We look forward to serving you and heating your bathroom again. Please contact Joanna toll free at 800-239-2939 for assistance with your order.

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New Orleans gas lanterns, gas bracket lights, french quarter gas lights & decorative gas lights

I need information on mounting the NOL-18 with the top scroll and the gooseneck- dimensions of the mounts, etc. I am trying to see if they will fit in the area I need to put them. Thanks for your help.

We have the NEW ORLEANS GAS LANTERN BRACKETS posted on the website. Unfortunately, they do not have dimensions at this time. I will update the site to include that information.

In the meantime, contact Gabriela toll free at 800-239-2939 for specific information regarding NEW ORLEANS GAS LANTERNS.

Everyone at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design would like to thank you for your inquiry and interest in our fine products.

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Focus industries, focus landscape lighting, sign light, wall washer, & low voltage sign lighting.

On Model/Item No. FOC SL-06-WM, Low voltage Wall Mount Tulip Light... I see it is 12-25Watts. Is 2or3 of these lights at 25Watts ea. enough to light up a 4''x20''Wall Sign? If so, why are most other Gooseneck sign lights rated at 150Watts or more each? Would 25Watts be enough. My customer doesn''t want to spend alot of money, but wants to light up their sign I''m sceptacle of the low Wattage, but hope it would work to keep cost low.

The FOCUS SL-06-WM is a great little fixture and would work well on small signs. Because the light does not have a long arm extension the light spread is limited. This means you will need several fixtures in a row for uniformity.

You can keep the cost down by using the FOCUS INDUSTRIES light and get up to 20,000 hours on the lamp with the new xenon lamp option. In fact, this lamp is so new we have not posted it yet.

You might also consider using the FOCUS DL-15H WALL WASHER with an extended arm mount and xenon lamp.

Please contact customer service toll free at 800-239-2939 for assistance lighting your sign. Depending on the size of your sign, we can make a custom extension wand at a reasonable price. Give Jeremy a call for personal assistance.

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Commercial lighting fixtures, fitters for pole lights, outdoor security lighting & parking lot lights.

I need install instructions specifically dimensions and ratings for concrete mounting pad thanks- jason

Every soil condition is different, so we cannot give you specific recomendations. You should have a local engineer take a look. We can provide you a guideline of CONCRETE FOOTING DESIGN for average areas.

Please contact Jeremy is customer service toll free at 800-239-2939. He can assist you with a proper layout and photometric calculations should the job require such detail.

Residential Landscape Lighting & Design carries a full line of COMMERCIAL LIGHTING POLES and TENNIS COURT LIGHTING KITS.

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Xenon lighting, low voltage lighting, kitchen lighting replacement parts, low voltage replacement lamps & puck light light bulbs

Can you send me the specifications on American Lighting bulbs AL LVPX20BP?

The AMERICAN LIGHTING 120V BI-PIN LAMP is designed for a replacement in UNDERCABINET LIGHTS or LINE VOLTAGE PUCK LIGHTS.

Because of the pin design, this 20watt xenon lamp will not fit in a 12 volt lighting fixture. It has a 4,000 lamp life under normal circumstances.

If this lamp is what you are looking for please contact Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939. We are here to help!

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Emergency lighting, exit light, exit and emergency lighting & emergency products by Surelite.

Do you carry replacement parts, batteries and light bulbs, for the Sure Light emergency exit products?

Yes, we have access to replacement parts for SURELITE and LITHONIA emergency products. Please give Jeremy in customer service a call at 800-239-2939 for assistance. He will need the model number an a good description of what you need to help you.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your EMERGENCY EXIT and EMERGENCY LIGHTING needs.

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Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Lutron, radio ra by lutron, dimmer switches, lighting control systems, wallbox dimming devices by lutron.

I am building new home. Need to understand more about Lutron Radio Ra products. Is there a wired version? Who installs, electrician? Thanks!

LUTRON RADIO RA is a great product for new homes or especially for remodel applications. Basically, they are wall box dimmers that work by radio frequency to create a system. As a system you can create scenes, pathways of light, interface with the alarm system, control lights by an astronomical timer and many other features.

RadioRA, the world's first radio frequency lighting control system, uses innovative communication technology and built-in safeguards to ensure reliable wireless communication between all system components. RadioRA can be installed in any home-- including existing homes, late-stage construction, and new homes - without rewiring.

In your case, since you are building, you might also look at the LUTRON GRAFIK EYE SYSTEM as well. You can learn more about LUTRON RADIO RA or GRAFIK EYE by visiting the LUTRON WEBSITE.

Feel free to contact the professionals at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939 for more information or to help you build a system. Any electrician or experienced handyman can install Lutron products by turning off the power and following the illustrated instructions.

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Kitchen lighting fixtures, task lights for work spaces, undercabinet lights, xenon light, halogen lights & work lights.

Currently we have the halogen "button" (?) lights and do not like them at all. They get very hot, they sporadically fall down (the lense or the cover will just fall at times), and the wires are visible. They used to have sets at Home Depot that required a transformer out of sight and now they just plug into the nearest plug. Very unsightly and plain ugly. What is a good undercabinet lighting where the cords are out of sight and the heat is not so great? Can xenon do the trick?

Sounds like you are ready to move up to some safe, reliable UNDERCABINET LIGHTING.

We carry some very nice task lighting fixtures from AMERICAN LIGHTING that are well made and reasonably priced. The XENON UNDERCABINET LXC SERIES LIGHTS and HALOGEN LHC UNDERCABINET LIGHTS work off of 120-volts and do not require a transformer. They are small, in stock, effective and easy to install task lights.

So, I would suggest that you look carefully at the undercabinet lights from American Lighting. You can get them in stainless steel to match any metals accents you might have in the kitchen.

Please give the lighting professionals at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design a call toll free at 800-239-2939 for additional information.

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Horses, lighting for horse facilities, equestrian lighting, rodeo arena lights & stadium lighting

I want to light a 160''w X 280''L roping arena (at home). What do you suggest for placement and number of lights? I was thinking 4 (400w) on each side and one at the roping box end. Also, would 100 amp service be enough?

You will need six poles with twelve lights with forward throw optics to properly illuminate this size arena. You will be better off using 1000-watt fixtures and spacing the 25' to 30' poles roughly 70' on center. I know that sounds like a lot of lights, but you have a big arena and a lot of area to cover.

The 100-amp panel you have is more than adequate to handle 12,000 watts of light. If you hook them up at 220-volts that is only 55-amps of load total. So, if you hook up two poles per circuit, that is only three 20-amp double pole circuits.

Contact Jeremy in customer service toll free at 800-239-2939 for more specific information and a complimentary lighting layout. We are delighted that you have contacted Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your HORSE ARENA and EQUESTRIAN FACILITY lighting. Let's get it right the first time!

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Time clocks, timers, mechanical timers, electronic time clocks & controls for lights.

Hi, I installed this timer for an outdoor light and set it for on at 7PM and off at 7AM. The timer only works if I manually turn it on then it works till 7AM and turns the light off but it stops working unless I manually turn it on. Can you tell me what possibly could be wrong?Thanks.

Some TIMECLOCKS such as Malibu transformers have plastic gears that can strip causing the timer not to function. Another explanation may be that you failed to connect a constant hot to the clock motor and it is not keeping time. Both of these are common problems with timer installations.

Without knowing the exact model or brand you have it is difficult to pinpoint the exact cause. However, we are committed at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design to doing our very best to help you with your problem. Please call toll at 800-239-2939 if you like and we can discuss it further.

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Monday, February 13, 2006

Horse lighting fixtures, arena lights, rodeo light for arenas, & sport lights for equestrian facilities.

What is the area that this light will effectively illuminate and at what height? For use in a horse arena.

Every horse arena is different due to size and mounting height of the poles. We do have HORSE & TRACK ARENA LIGHTING KITS, but we need to know more about your project to help.

You should contact Re or Dustin in customer service toll free at 800-239-2939. Everyone at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design is ready to assist you with the best lighting solution for your project.

Give Re or Dustin a call today!

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Commercial lighting fixtures, fittings for pole lights, outdoor security lighting & parking lot lights.

I want to mount these fixtures on an tappered end round brushed aluminum poles. What method of mounting do you recommend. also can these or any other fixtures be obtained in brushed aluminum finish? Thank you

You have to be careful just adding new COMMERCIAL FIXTURES to existing poles. Fixtures vary by weight and size which can be a problem if the pole is not designed for those fixtures in a windy area.

Contact the lighting specialists at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939 for information regarding your project. We can certainly custom fabricate you a fitting for your poles. Ask for Jeremy when you call.

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Rope lighting, accessories for light rope, connectors for lighting rope & rope lighting supplies.

My question--Is there any "y" connection made for these rope lights? Any empty or blank rope section?

No, the only split you can make on rope lights is at the power connector. See our ROPE LIGHT CONNECTOR KITS AND ACCESSORIES for options and ideas.

Let the lighting specialists at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design assist you with your rope lighting project. We can be reached toll free at 800-239-2939.

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Edwards door jamb switch, jamb switch for doors, closet light switch and light switch.

Can I get info on the installation of this Edwards door jamb switch? When and how do I wire them during new construction?

The EDWARDS DOOR JAMB SWITCH simply replaces the switch on the wall. It goes into the door jamb on the hindge side, so the plunger is depressed when the door closes. It can be installed high or low on the door jamb as the location does not matter.

Your carpenter will need to chisel in the switch for you and only the wires get stubed out until then. Use a 14/2 Romex® from the switch location to the light fixture. The jamb switch simple breaks the hot wire when depressed turning off the lights.

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Breakfast room lights, mounting fixtures over tables, dining room lighting & hanging fixtures over tables.


Is there some "rule of thumb" for hanging a pendant fixture over a kitchen table? What is the preferred distance from the surface of the table?

BREAKFAST ROOM PENDANTS provide a main design element in the décor of your dining area and breakfast room. The minimum diameter of the chandelier should be about half the width of your table. For rooms with
an 8-foot ceiling, hang the chandelier so the bottom of the fixture is 30-32 inches above the tabletop.

For more information on CHANDELIERS or INTERIOR LIGHTING contact the pros at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939.

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Panasonic vent fans, exhasust fan from Panasonic, heaters and vent fans for bathrooms.

I am looking for low profile exhaust fan to use in kitchen- do not need or want large fan- willing to use 2 if necessary- would this fan work in kitchen? Is the Panasonic a good vent fan?

The PANASONIC WHISPERLITE is not designed for specifically for kitchen applications where heat is involved over a stove or oven. It will remove smoke and odors from the room if that is what you are trying to do. You will need to provide a duct in the attic to the outside of the house to properly remove these odors.

If you have other questions or concerns, please contact customer service toll free at 800-239-2939. The specialists at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design are there to help! Give them a call.

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Rodeo arena lights, horse arena lighting, equestrian lights, & lights for wood poles

Trying to light a 67' x 36' area for outdoor events. Not spotlight bright but bright enough to see people''s faces clearly. How many watts lighting should i use and how many units of each?

Check out our ARENA LIGHTING #2 which has two 400-watt metal halide floods and mounting brackets for wood poles. You will need poles at least 20' high or taller for even lighting.

Contact Jeremy in Customer service at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939 for further assistance.

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Sunday, February 12, 2006

Aziano recessed lights, soffit lighting using recessed lights, outdoor soffit lighting & security lighting.

I would like to install these lights in the soffit across the front of my 2 story house. will these lights light the wall all the way to the ground

You are better off using an AZIANO RECESSED DOWN LIGHTS instead of the Focus light you selected. It is easier to install and is UL Rated for this type of applications. The lights can be dimmed and put on a photocell if you desire.

These are great little likes that work great in soffits and outdoor porches. They are small and can be installed from below. Don't let the price fool you as these are well made little recessed lighting fixtures.

Residential Landscape Lighting & Design carries a full selection of AZIANO LIGHTING PRODUCTS as well as other NAME BRAND LIGHTING MANUFACTURES. We can be reached toll free at 800-239-2939 should you want to check stock or have a customer service rep assist you with your order.

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Gooseneck lighting fixtures, sign lights with gooseneck arms, abolite from LSI, & commercial lighting fixtures.

Is this light commercial rated? What is the diameter of the neck (1/2" or 3/4")? Can I be emailed with a larger (more explicit) picture? Thanks

The LSI ABOLITE GOOSENECK LIGHTS are most certainly commercial rated fixtures. You can get the arms or mounting brackets in many shapes and sizes. The arms can be painted to match the fixture or a different color if you have a special request. You can click on the link posted to view all the selections and dimensions

Residential Landscape Lighting & Design carries a full selection of COMMERCIAL GRADE LIGHTING FIXTURES. We have parking lot lights, exit lights, tennis court lighting kits, floodlights and many others like the ABOLITE style fixtures.

Please give us a call at 800-239-2939 or set up a customer account and start saving some projects in your projects folder. It's great for cantractors and do it yourselfers.

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Tork timers, trippers for tork time clocks, timers for water heaters and energy saving tip.

I have a Tork Model 1104 and my water heater had a failure, element. I replaced it but now the Tork timer is overriding my power. I can''t get it to work with the timer. I have no idea how your timer works it was in the house when I bought it. Can you advise how I can override your unit to get power to my water heater. Cold showers are killing me. Thank you in advance for any advice you can lend me. Desperatley needing your assistance.

The easiest way to override your TORK TIMER is to remove the TORK TRIPPERS and leave the manual switch in the on position.

The idea behind the timeclock on the water heater is of course, is energy saving. If set up properly, the heater should turn off at preset times such as midnight to five in the morning or while you are at work. It's also a good idea to turn off the water heater when going on vacation.

Hope that helps and you can start enjoying a nice hot shower again.

Thanks for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design. If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call us toll free at 800-239-2939.

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Framburg color chart, Framburg lighting fixture finishes, Framburg color selection.

Can you email the selection of finishes on the Framburg Provence 15 light fixture chandelier... thank you

The FRAMBURG PROVENCE 15 LIGHT FIXTURE comes in harvest bronze and white. I am sorry that we do not have the colors posted online. I will add them and have Jeremy in customer service give you a call.

Thank you for contacting Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for your FRAMBURG question. Feel free to give us a call at 800-239-2939 if you have any other questions.

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Electronic dimmers, magnetic dimmer switches, Lutron devices, ganging and derating dimmer switches.

Hi, I have a loft space with 2 rows of halogen tracking lighting (8 lights total, guessing about 20W each). There are currently two switches located in different parts of the loft and I'd like to add dimmer functionality to one of them. It should not hum, etc.. and be generally high quality. Is this the Lutron DVELV a good choice? One switch I'd like to change out for a dimmer is behind a wall plate with two other switched (3 total). I haven't removed the wall plate but I'm assuming the switches are 3 discrete boxes and can be removed seperately. Is this a reasonable assumption or should I simply remove the wall plate and look before ordering? Thanks

Lutron is the world leader in wallbox and architectural dimming systems. The LUTRON DVELV DIMMER SWITCH is a high quality dimmer control designed for use with electonic transformers. If you have a magnetic transformer you should use a LUTRON DVLV DIMMER SWITCH with comes in 600 watt and 1000 watt models. The electronic control is only designed for 300 watts.

All Lutron wall box dimmer controls are designed to be ganged in a stardard box like the three gang you have. However, you must DERATE the dimmer by 20% if they are installed side by side with the cooling fins broken off. Click the derate link to view a chart on ganging dimmer controls. You might also look at the custom SCREWLESS CLARO SWITCH PLATES that Lutron sells.

Residential Landscape Lighting & Design is here to assist you. Should you need further assistance please contact customer service at 800-239-2939.

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Thursday, February 09, 2006

Multiple shopping carts, personal projects, create budgets, create a dream lighting system.

Ever wanted to shop at a lighting website and store your projects in a personal folder without feeling the pressure to buy them on the spot?

Log in and see for yourself how we are changing the way customers shop online.

Residential Landscape Lighting & Design offers an exciting and friendly tool for contractors and do-it-yourself types. Our Project Manager allows you to create multiple projects, store useful information such as contact information and billing addresses, and add/deduct items as the vision of your project unfolds.

Think of it as having several shopping carts at once. You are free to price out the items you are considering, and store the selection away with notes specific to your project. Come back days or even weeks later if you decide to buy, or to make changes. Still unsure? Simply select "Request A Quote" and a customer service specialist will contact you within one business day. Try it out! It is simple and free. All you need to do is create a user account.
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These are the coolest tools on the web. Create all the projects you want! You can even email your projects to friends or associates to get their opinions with or without pricing.

Log in to Residential Landscape Lighting & Design today and turn your lighting dreams into reality. You will be glad you did.

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Tuesday, February 07, 2006

Lighting manufacturers such as Justice, Aziano, Westinghouse, Framburg are names you can trust.

Does anybody still make a pull down light fixture for over a breakfast table? When I was growing up we had this cool light that you could pull down or push up when you wanted more light on the table. I have been unable to find one of these old nostalgic lights? Do you have anything that might work?

We do have several from JUSTICE LIGHTING GROUP that are exactly what you are looking for. These DOMUS CONTEMPORARY LIGHT FIXTURES are designed using a counter weight system that allows you to raise or lower the light to the exact height you need. These are very cool lights and they are also well made. Check out the other DOMUS FAMILY of lights from Justice Design.

Residential Landscape Lighting & Design carries many PENDANT LIGHTS and CHANDELIER LIGHTS from several name brand LIGHTING MANUFACTURERS. Names you can trust like Westinghouse, Justice, Framburg, and others.

Feel free to contact the friendly folks at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939 for more information or assistance in your lighting selection.

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Sunday, February 05, 2006

Facade lighting, low voltage lighting, outdoor lighting & accent lighting systems.

What type of flood light or voltage would be best to use? also what would be the correct placement, should the flood light be pointing straight up or a certain angle if we are trying to accent the house?

Check out one of our PRE-PACKAGED OUTDOOR LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING SYSTEMS for up lighting your home. Sometimes low voltage lighting gets a bad rap. You will be amazed at how bright a 20 watt MR16 light is when you see them for yourself. I only suggest going to 35 watt or 50 watt if you have lots of spill light from adjacent parking lots or roadway lighting. For 90% of landscape lighting jobs the 20 watt lamp is more than sufficient.

If your house is brick or stone you may want to mount the lights close to the slab to graze the surface. This will show of the texture and create attractive shadows which show depth, texture and form. You can also move the lights out into the shrubs and cast attractive shadows from the plant material for a different look. Every home is different, so I suggest you perform a test to see which method you like before installing the lights.

Give us a call at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design toll free at 800-239-2939 for assistance in selecting the right low voltage light kit for you.

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Saturday, February 04, 2006

Low voltage lighting, grade level up lights, halogen up lighting & outdoor landscape lighting

Hello, I just a built a new home. An outdoor lighting package was an option but I chose not to take it figuring a builder's markup was in the price. After closing, I had a local company and they gave a me a quote of $3300 for about 16 lights (same price as builder). I am thinking I can do this myself. If I want to use 12v well lights (that's what the local company was going to use) to wash the walls of house-how far away from the wall should they be installed? I think I remember him saying about 6" but I am not sure.Thanks!

Mounting the lights about six inches sounds close to me. I would test with one of the lights before installing your LANDSCAPE LIGHTING KIT to see what looks the best. If you want to show off the detail on stone or brick, go close to the house. If you want some shadows cast on the house, install the lighting in the foliage.

GRADE LEVEL UP LIGHTS used without a lens or rock guard in a flower bed is not the best idea. Dirt, leaves and other debris collect inside the housing which blocks the light. I like the FOCUS SL03 WELL LIGHT if you decide to go with a grade level up light. We have a full selection of LOW VOLTAGE OUTDOOR LIGHT KITS, some up to 12 fixtures, for less than $1,200.

All the landscape lighting kits at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design come with everything you need to install your system. Give us a call today toll free at 800-239-2939.

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