The interior design of the home is an interesting and responsible occupation. Lighting in it is not the last place. Using various techniques, you can imagine the room in a variety of ways. Proper lighting will emphasize the advantages and hide the disadvantages of any room.
In addition to design, it is necessary to pay attention to the security of connecting communications. When lighting on the balcony, it is better to use the services of a professional electrician. But if desired, all the work can be done independently. To do this, you should consider the advice of experienced repair masters, as well as the rules of fire and electrical safety.
The planning process
Studying the question of how to make lighting on the balcony, it is necessary to consider the methodology for performing this process. First, you need to develop a wiring plan. It is necessary to think over the types and arrangement of lighting devices that will be operated on the balcony.
Particular attention should be paid to the presence of electric heaters. Their power is quite large. Therefore, the wire cross section and the connection point are selected based on these indicators.
Do not disregard the layout of the interior. Proper lighting will give the loggia or balcony a special cozy atmosphere. Existing varieties of lamps provide a wide field for the creative imagination of the designer.
Connection Point Selection
Lighting on the balcony (a photo of an example of interior design is presented below) involves the use of several connection options.
You can lead the wire from the central shield, from the junction box in the adjoining room or the nearest outlet. It is also possible in some cases to install luminaires on batteries.
If it is supposed to install a warm floor on the balcony, heaters or other powerful electrical appliances, the wire leads from the apartment panel. Therefore, such a process must be carried out at the stage of overhaul in the apartment.
If the total power of the electric consumers is small, the cable is led from a room junction box or even from the nearest outlet. This greatly facilitates the task for the wizard. With minimal skills in conducting electrical work, even a layman in this case will be able to make wiring efficiently and quickly.
Mounting type
Lighting of the balcony, loggia must comply with fire safety requirements. Therefore, the wiring is performed very responsibly. Communications can be arranged in an open or mine way.
If property owners make major repairs in the entire apartment, it is quite possible to extend the cable with a hidden method. This will require a hammer drill. A wall is made in the wall. A corrugated pipe and wires will be hidden in it. But this option is not suitable for everyone.
If the repair has already been done, the owners will certainly not want to spoil the finish. In this case, the communications are allowed on the surface of the wall. To do this, use a special box that hides the wire. In this case, everything looks neat.
It is allowed to fix the wires simply with brackets. But this option is not suitable for every interior. Decorative boxes hide unaesthetic communications. Therefore, this option is more preferable. Performing the work yourself, this type of installation should be considered as one of the easiest.
Lighting
Typically, a balcony does not require powerful, large lighting fixtures. The most popular approach in this case is spot lighting. Several small LED lamps look good in a similar interior. They are not cheap. But in terms of energy consumption, such devices are more economical than incandescent bulbs.
Today, balcony lighting with LED strip is very popular. A variety of colors and brightness will give the loggia or balcony an unusual, stylish look.
Do not use fluorescent lamps for unheated rooms. They do not tolerate cold, will work unstably in such conditions. Also, experts do not recommend the use of incandescent lamps. They consume too much electricity.
Installation Rules
When performing lighting on the balcony, it is necessary to take into account a number of rules and recommendations. All conductors and lighting must be protected from moisture and dust. The cable cross section for connection is selected depending on the total network load.
The switch or junction box must be brought into the room.
All materials must be non-flammable. The corrugated pipe in which the cable will pass has self-extinguishing characteristics.
These are the basic fire safety rules. Carrying out the installation yourself, do not save on the quality of materials. This will avoid annoying mistakes.
When decorating, do not choose too large chandeliers, floor lamps. The space on the balcony is quite limited. Therefore, such items will look just ridiculous.
Connection Instructions
Lighting on the balcony is connected in several stages. For example, consider the most difficult option. In this case, the wire will be from the central shield.
Initially, you must turn off the power to the network. Next, the required wire length is measured and cut, marking on the walls is done. From the shield to the junction box near the balcony, a groove (future mine) is made using a puncher. Cut out places for switches, sockets.
In the groove, the corrugated pipe with the cable is fixed with an alabaster (a gap of 20 cm). All circuit elements are connected to the supply point. Call the line with a multimeter. If there is no open or short circuit, close the shaft with a solution.
Communications are connected to the switch. Then you can turn on the voltage and check the system.
Interior Lighting Techniques
There are several rules for choosing the type of lighting depending on the parameters of the room. If the balcony does not differ in large area and high ceilings, it is better to give preference to lamps emitting direct light. This will highlight the dark areas, as well as local areas.
The LED lighting on the balcony should not be direct. It should be reflected from surfaces. This creates a certain cosiness and a good, warm mood.
For high ceilings, you can choose as a highlight ceiling mounted on the ceiling. If dark materials were chosen for decoration, the lighting should be bright.
Greenhouse arrangement
Equipping the lighting on the balcony, which will be used as a greenhouse for various plants, it is necessary to choose the right type of lamp. In this case, the loggia is glazed and well heated. There are all conditions for creating full-fledged indoor lighting.
Incandescent lamps are not suitable for a greenhouse. They will dry the leaves of plants. For the proper development of plants, it is required to use LED or sodium varieties of lamps. Since the temperature on the balcony in this case will not be too low, fluorescent lamps can be used.
The spots look beautiful . These are illuminators on holders that harmoniously fit into the interior of the mini greenhouse. LED strip is better to choose a white glow. They can be laid not only under the ceiling, but also on the midline of the balcony.
An original, cozy atmosphere can be created on any balcony or loggia. If you take this responsibility responsibly, it is quite possible to create high-quality, safe and comfortable lighting.