Surface Mount Step Lights

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Surface Mount Step Lights

• If you have steps leading up to your home or
  business, you know that it can be difficult to
  safely cross them at night. Darkness and shadows
  obscure the steps, and as a result you or your
  guests could trip and fall. This is a
  particularly dangerous situation for the elderly
  who face the possibility of a broken bone from
  even a short fall. To increase visibility of the
  stairs, you should install a set of  surface
  mount step lights.

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• These are easier to install than their recessed
  cousins, and they allow you to see the steps at
  night. There are many options for these, though,
  and choosing the best ones for your specific
  needs will depend upon many factors. If you have
  questions or concerns about making the right
  selection, you should consult with an expert. He
  will ask you exactly what you want to do with
  your lighting and then he can recommend the best 
  surface mount step lights and installation
  products and steps you will need in order to add
  these to your home or business. Carefully
  following these expert guidelines can help you to
  prevent accidents and non-working lights due to
  misinstallation.

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• When you are trying to decide if you need surface
  mount or recessed lights, it will be a good idea
  to look at the material you intend to affix your
  lights to. If your stairs are stone or brick,
  then  surface mount step lights would be the best
  option for you. All you will need to do will be
  to screw the mounting bracket into your stair
  before attaching the front of the light.

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• Many people are concerned that by having  surface
  mount step lights they will extend too far out
  from the stair and pose an obstacle. This is not
  the case with most models, however. The average
  depth of these lights is 2-2.25 inches. While the
  round ones have a 3-3.5 diameter, and square
  models can be 3.5 x 2.5. These lights are small
  enough to fit along the faces of each stair. They
  are also cost effective enough that you will not
  have to break the budget in order to have surface
  mount step lights for each of your stairs, no
  matter how many you will need.

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• When you are selecting your  surface mount step
  lights keep in mind the design effect that you
  wish to impart. These lights are created so that
  the beam is directed downward, toward the step.
  This prevents a harsh glare an upward light would
  have. Although their design is intended to allow
  you and your guests to see the stairs, the finish
  of the fixture itself should also have an
  aesthetic quality to it. There are many possible
  finishes from which you can choose. These include
  brass, antiqued, and black. Your personal tastes
  will dictate the best finish option for you.

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• Choosing this equipment is not difficult to do,
  but if you need assistance in finding the best
  surface mount step lights for your home or
  business, it would be best to ask an expert who
  will help to guide you through the steps for the
  selection of these lights.