Hi guys, I’m new here and looking for shop light recommendations for a new 30x40x10 pole barn. The builder put 6 of the standard screw in lights in but I’m wanting to add more lighting. I do a lot of mechanic and detailing work. I’m not against spending a little extra money if it gives me better light output than a cheap led shop light. Looking for recommendations on what type, brand, and how many I need. Iv read a bunch of forums but it’s all confusing to me. Just looking for what style lights would be best for me. Thanks
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30x40x10 shop light recommendations
- Thread starter Wtownjake
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kbeefy
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6x 100w 'UFO' lights, make sure they are appropriate angle output for your height ceilings.
kbeefy
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I have 6 150w ones in my 40x60 shop w/ 12' ceilings, they work great. The corners need a bit more light, so I'm either adding 4 more or repurposing some other lights in the corners.
any reason for the ufo style over 4' led florescent?
Im in a similiar boat with a 28x40x12 and planning to install 8, 4' led florescents. Electricians just did the rough wiring last week and i hope to have the rough-in inspection this week.
Im in a similiar boat with a 28x40x12 and planning to install 8, 4' led florescents. Electricians just did the rough wiring last week and i hope to have the rough-in inspection this week.
In my new garage (24x40x12) I have 10 four foot 42 watt, 5000k LED lights. Basically they are on every other truss, two foot in from the center line. Bright, easy install and less than $200 from Amazon. If I should need more light in the future, I plan on installing some wall units similar to what a body shop uses.
dcg9381
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I have 5 UFO lights in a 40x60.. The amount of light they produce is pretty astounding. I've never in-line LEDs that can match the light output. But UFOs are generally made for "high bay".any reason for the ufo style over 4' led florescent?
Im in a similiar boat with a 28x40x12 and planning to install 8, 4' led florescents. Electricians just did the rough wiring last week and i hope to have the rough-in inspection this week.