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Colored Bulbs: To be properly lighted, the average room in a dwelling requires from 1 to 3 watts of electric current per square foot of Floor space, if transparent bulbs are used. The smaller figure is low, the higher gives great brilliance, The choice will depend upon the color of the ceiling and walls, the efficiency of the fixtures, the color of the bulb, and the purpose of the room. The lower wattage is suitable for rooms with light-colored walls; the higher wattage, for rooms with very dark walls. Bulbs transmit the percentages of original light shown in the Table below. The amount of wattage may be approximated where colored bulbs are used.
Relative percentages may be estimated for other colors. The surfaces are assumed to be in a dull finish giving a diffused reflection. Highly polished surfaces slightly increase the percentage of reflection. Surfaces reflect the color of their own hues. Excessive dirt, dust, or grease on ceilings or walls wastes light.
To be properly lighted, the average room in a dwelling requires from 1 to 3 watts of electric current per square foot of Floor space, if transparent bulbs are used. The smaller figure is low, the higher gives great brilliance, The choice will depend upon the color of the ceiling and walls, the efficiency of the fixtures, the color of the bulb, and the purpose of the room. The lower wattage is suitable for rooms with light-colored walls; the higher wattage, for rooms with very dark walls. Bulbs transmit the percentages of original light shown in the Table below. The amount of wattage may be approximated where colored bulbs are used.
Electric bulbs and tubes. There are two classes of electrically produced
Metal baffles to prevent light in general use today. The basic principle of this light has undergone only minor changes since its original invention; technical improvements, innovations, and size variations, however, have been introduced to provide greater efficiency; it is used for both spot and flood illumination. Three-way bulbs are also available, providing different strengths of Lighting from the same bulb at the option of the operator. The incandescent lamp produces warm yellow rays of light, except when the bulb is of colored glass. |
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