Monorail Lighting System: Customize for the Perfect Style
Monorail lighting systems are favored because they are configurable however, you want them. There are many benefits and features of the monorail system that might make this type of lighting right for you.
The monorail has its name because it provides a single circuit for multiple lighting fixtures. The rail is bendable. It is available in 4 feet and in 8 feet. If you desire it to be shorter than 4 feet, you can cut it to make it shorter and you can extend the lengths to make extra long runs if your room requires it. When extending, you must use couplers to join the rails. In addition, runs must continue to be a single circuit.
The monorail is not mounted in the ceiling like most track lighting systems. It is suspended in the air using two methods, the rigid rod or the aircraft cable. When suspending the cable, it is important to remember to keep each suspension device at least 42 inches or less apart from each other. This will support the monorail the best.
This lighting system is a favorite because the monorail line uses unique glass shades that are made from studios in Spain, Morocco, and Italy. They include brass fittings that are die cast and come in different flavors like satin brass, platinum, and chrome.
There are only three types of fixtures that work with the monorail lighting fixtures, the QF heads, the QP pendants, and the basic monorail fixtures. The QF heads give the lighting a track lighting look, but remember they are suspended in the air and not mounted. The QP pendants have the chandelier look with the lights hanging and they do not have joints and are not fixed. You cannot point the lights in any desired direction; they hang. The basic monorail fixtures have the modern accent look and are the common fixtures for most lighting.
You can purchase monorail lighting kits to make the installation easy for you and if you have an idea on exactly how you would like the lighting to look. Most people like the monorail lighting system because it gives them the freedom to bend the rail to their desired lighting and add more if needed.
The monorail lighting system is the creative way for you to light up your rooms with your style.