09-22-2016, 04:21 PM
(This post was last modified: 09-22-2016, 07:41 PM by HomeGymGuy.)
Not everyone will have a chance to design their gym from the ground up. Most of us have to make do with an existing space (basement, living room, garage etc) and that's fine. Couple of pointers that I've found helpful in setting up gym lighting.
1- Use as much natural light as possible. My gym is in the basement, but we made sure that we had a big window to let in as much light as possible.
2- Keep it bright. I guess this is probably a personal decision, but I like my workout space to be bright and well lit. Can't stand shadowy dark corners or different areas. I used as many can type recessed lights as possible. I don't think it really matter what kind of lights (Led, Can lights, etc) that you use, but just like power outlets, put in more than you think you will need.
3-Put in a dimmer. I know, I know... I just said keep it bright. But, you might have someone in your family that likes Yoga or Pilates etc.. and might want to turn the lights down (just a thought)
4- Two for one. What I mean by this is.. if you are tight on budget, try to incorporate your lights and ceiling fans together. It will keep you cool, and hopefully keep it bright in there.
1- Use as much natural light as possible. My gym is in the basement, but we made sure that we had a big window to let in as much light as possible.
2- Keep it bright. I guess this is probably a personal decision, but I like my workout space to be bright and well lit. Can't stand shadowy dark corners or different areas. I used as many can type recessed lights as possible. I don't think it really matter what kind of lights (Led, Can lights, etc) that you use, but just like power outlets, put in more than you think you will need.
3-Put in a dimmer. I know, I know... I just said keep it bright. But, you might have someone in your family that likes Yoga or Pilates etc.. and might want to turn the lights down (just a thought)
4- Two for one. What I mean by this is.. if you are tight on budget, try to incorporate your lights and ceiling fans together. It will keep you cool, and hopefully keep it bright in there.