Can you hang pendants from track lighting?

Pendant lights can easily be added to the track. Many manufacturers have designed track lighting systems that are extremely flexible and versatile and this allows you to install a pendant light in 15 minutes or less.

Is track lighting in kitchen outdated?

In fact, track lighting more often finds its way onto outdated decor lists. Track lighting, however, like its equally maligned brothers, wood paneling and ceiling fans, does have a place in modern interior design.

How far from wall should track lighting be?

Mount the track 2 to 3 feet from the wall as long as your ceiling is nine feet or less. Ceilings between 9 and 11 feet high need to have the track light mounted 3 to 4 feet from the wall. Space the fixtures the same distance apart as the track is from the wall to evenly spread out the light.

What are the different types of track lighting?

Track lighting bulbs include four basic types:

• LED track light fixtures are a common choice.
• Halogen track light bulbs give off more heat than other options.
• Incandescent track light bulbs are smaller versions of the “traditional” lightbulb.
• Fluorescent track lighting is often considered industrial.

What is an alternative to track lighting?

Some ceilings are not able to have mounted lights, such as cement or high beamed ceilings. In these cases, cable lighting is a versatile and customizable option that is similar to track lighting. Cable lights are suspended from a cable that attaches to the wall, providing a distinct and captivating aesthetic.

Is track lighting making a comeback?

Short answer: yes. It’s DIY friendly, versatile, and if you look hard enough, can come in contemporary designs. Kitchen track lighting is particularly making a comeback and can be especially useful in a galley kitchen, which is long and skinny, just light the fixtures themselves.

What are the different types of tracks for track lighting?

There are three standard types of tracks used in North America: H type, J type, and L type. The standards between the three types were developed by three different manufacturing companies, Halo, Juno, and Lightolier, which they are named for.