Modern track lighting has come a long way as it can now be placed on walls instead of just ceilings. The use of monorail and cable has really revolutionized tracking light systems.
Before the advent of contemporary track systems, people were very restricted as to how and where they could place their light fixtures. There was a time when dining room lights were in the center of the room and that was where they had to stay. Or they were put on a swag hook and hung from the ceiling.
Place Your Lighting Anywhere You Want
Now, with new modern system, you can place the light wherever you want regardless of where the original fixture is positioned.
Track lighting offers other advantages - it delivers electricity exactly where you want it and it is very attractive as well. There is no doubt that it is becoming even more flexible and even more cost efficient - the bulbs are getting smaller while the lights are getting brighter.
The appeal of the newer systems is much more visual - it is thinner, and with the newer monorail designs they now come in various configurations: straight or flexible tracks, cable systems as well ribbon-style arrangements.
More Choice and Variety in Illumination
Basically, now there is a whole lot more track lighting to choose from. There is also the more modern development of low voltage systems which allows for more elite, smaller, and unique fixtures that are quite often more appealing.
Fixture styles can vary from a metal futuristic appeal to a glass pendant fixture. There are ready made tracks that are shaped in many different ways such as zig zag, curvy, or wavy. There are also flexible tracks that can be bent by hand to shape in the way that you want.
Brighter Kitchen
Installing the right lights makes a room look beautiful and offers improved function. The modern method is an excellent idea in the kitchen and should certainly be considered if you are renovating.
Task and accent lighting becomes complete with the latest innovations. Any pantry, cabinet, kitchen island, drawer or closet can be illuminated. These modern tracks really accentuate any kitchen.
Lighting in the Bathroom
This system works out great in the bathroom as well. You can apply low lights when you are relaxing in the tub or you can apply brighter ones when you are applying make up.
The decorating ideas are endless when it comes to track lighting as you can choose from thousands of various fixtures to match your décor.
Track Lighting Should not be Used by Itself
One thing about the track system is that it should not be used as the sole light provider in the room, because they do not offer enough light for that purpose. The pendant fixtures work well for less shadowing.
If you are placing the tracks on the walls rather than the ceiling then you should situate them about every two or three feet, which allows light to wash across the whole wall area.
Using tracks makes things so flexible that as you move your furniture around you can also adjust the lighting. Modern track lighting is the perfect way to spruce up any room.
