Can I ask for some advice on the recessed halogen downlights we are fitting for our lounge (around 12 x 12 feet)?
We were initially advised that we needed to 9 or 11 lights so I have bought 11 low voltage fittings with an MR16 50W bulb in each. I now think this is far too much - both in terms of the sheer amount of light required and in terms of cost (bills, bulbs, and cost of special dimmer required for this total wattage).
Would I be better with fewer lights - perhaps just 5 or 6? Is there anything particular to bear in mind?
I'm also confused whether I need to double the total wattage for these lights in choosing a dimmer capacity or whether this only applies to mains voltage halogen.
Lastly, should I also be getting fire hoods for these fittings?
We were initially advised that we needed to 9 or 11 lights so I have bought 11 low voltage fittings with an MR16 50W bulb in each. I now think this is far too much - both in terms of the sheer amount of light required and in terms of cost (bills, bulbs, and cost of special dimmer required for this total wattage).
Would I be better with fewer lights - perhaps just 5 or 6? Is there anything particular to bear in mind?
I'm also confused whether I need to double the total wattage for these lights in choosing a dimmer capacity or whether this only applies to mains voltage halogen.
Lastly, should I also be getting fire hoods for these fittings?