General lighting in interior decoration

The function of the "general lighting" is bathed in light from a homogeneous whole environment, to perform the basic tasks of the place and not for specific tasks where you need more light or focusing of light.

Usually this mode to illuminate the interiors could be supplemented with a point-type lighting to give comfort in the development of activities and less eyestrain.

It is common to use a zenithal illumination in the center of the ceiling of the room to illuminate hence all the same. The requirement for this is to be located well above the level of vision to prevent glare. In large offices or area light is higher and is usually found near the ceiling.

Direct and indirect light



General lighting can be given directly or indirectly, ie that can impact directly on the ground plane illuminating objects in the bottom of the room, or be directed towards the walls and / or ceiling, bouncing off the same light is scattered in the environment, does not directly preventing glare and creates a visual comfort room.

A general light also can be diffuse

This is obtained when irradiated in the atmosphere via a so-called "diffuser", which may be any material translucent (non-transparent) to allow the passage of light but distorted. A fabric shade or frosted glass are the most common and simple ways to get a general diffused light.