His suit jacket is easier to find in a well-lit closet.
Keeping your home well-lit is a challenge in many modern homes. Sometime in the 1950s or '60s, designers eliminated ceiling lights in nearly every room. Kitchens and halls retained overhead lighting but even spaces that need light, such as closets, were relegated to the builder's back burner. Unless you were involved in the building process, your house ended up with closets that are more suited to Count Orlok than Buffy. Fortunately, your new closet lights are easily installed in one afternoon -- including the trip to the hardware store. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Research the different types of battery-operated lights. An LED puck light may be adequate in a small closet, while a rectangular fluorescent fixture may be required in a walk-in closet.
2. Measure the distance between the light fixture and clothing. While battery-operated fixtures are usually not as hot as hard-wired light fixtures, you should ensure that the clothing does not touch the light. Recommended distances are: 12 inches from surface-mounted LED and incandescent fixtures, 6 inches from surface-mounted fluorescent fixtures and 6 inches from recessed light fixtures.
3. Install the light fixture according to package directions. If you're using double-stick tape, clean the wall or ceiling surface thoroughly before installation. Some fixtures have optional screws included; use them to securely attach the light to the ceiling.
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