LED Lighting Done Right: Match the Fixture to the Job

Not all LED fixtures are built the same — and picking the wrong one can cost you time, money, and client trust.

This is your no-fluff guide to choosing the right LED lighting based on where you're working — so you can get in, get it done right, and move on to the next job.

Warehouses & Industrial Spaces

What You’re Dealing With:

• High ceilings (20–40 ft)
• Safety and visibility needs
• Hard-to-reach install points = minimal maintenance

Best Bet:

• LED High Bays — Round (UFO) or Linear styles
• Add-ons: Motion sensors, emergency battery backup

Pro Tip:

Go for 20,000–40,000 lumens depending on ceiling height and target footcandles. Dim corners in a distribution center? That’s a no-go.
Shop High Bays

Parking Lots & Outdoor Areas

What You’re Dealing With:

• Wide, even coverage
• Weather, dust, and surges
• Code requirements for light levels

Best Bet:

• LED Area Lights — Type III or V optics
• LED Wall Packs — for perimeters and building sides
• Add-ons: surge protection (we currently offer 6kV), IP65

Pro Tip:

Outdoor installs take a beating. Spec gear that can handle sideways rain and power spikes – and double-check those surge ratings if your job calls for 10kV.
Shop Outdoor Lighting

Offices & Commercial Interiors

What You’re Dealing With:

• Comfortable light for focus and productivity
• Color quality for client-facing areas
• Efficiency to cut overhead

Best Bet:

• Architectural Linear Lighting
• LED Troffers
• Flat Panels — clean, modern look
• Add-ons: Dimmable drivers (check spec sheet for specifics on dimming).

Pro Tip:

Stick to 3500K–4000K. Neutral white keeps folks sharp without feeling cold.
Shop Indoor Ceiling Fixtures

Schools & Educational Facilities

What You’re Dealing With:

• Long hours, high use
• Classrooms, auditorium, library, music room, art room
• Energy codes + rebate potential

Best Bet:

• LED Wrap Lights — great for corridors
• Troffers or Panels — with dimming for multi-use rooms
• Add-ons: DLC Premium listings (check spec sheet for specifics on certifications)

Pro Tip:

DLC Premium isn’t just a label — it’s your ticket to more rebates and fewer maintenance calls.
Shop Education Lighting

Retail Stores & Showrooms

What You’re Dealing With:

• Product visibility
• Comfortable shopping environment
• Changing displays and layouts

Best Bet:

• Track Lighting — for adjustable focus
• Downlights — for ambient coverage
• Architectural Linear Lighting
• Accent Lighting — for cases or feature walls
• Add-ons: CRI 90+ for true color rendering

Pro Tip:

If you’re lighting clothes, jewelry, or produce, don’t skimp on CRI. Color sells.
Shop Retail Lighting

Hospitality & Restaurants

What You’re Dealing With:

• Warm, welcoming atmosphere
• Mood control with dimming
• Fixtures that blend into the space

Best Bet:

• Architectural Linear Lighting
• Pendants and Wall Sconces — for style
• Dimmable Downlights — for flexible light levels
• Add-ons: 2700K–3000K color temp

Pro Tip:

Warm light keeps people comfortable — and coming back.
Shop Hospitality Lighting

Quick Recap: Pick the Right Light for the Job

Choosing the right LED fixture means:

• Fewer callbacks
• Faster installs
• Happier customers

Here’s the formula:

• Match the light to the space
• Use durable, certified fixtures
• Deliver the right look and level
• Build your reputation with every job

Need Help Choosing?

Skip the guesswork. We’ll help you dial it in:

• ✅ Free lighting layouts
• ✅ Expert support that picks up the phone

Contact Us

1-888-243-9445

sales@e-conolight.com