can it dbl as electric when it's dark for hallway? I want it to look like a light fixture, not flat panel on ceiling. Is this an option?
456772
I believe this manufacturer has an option to include an electric light within the tube. Mine puts out quite a bit of light into an otherwise windowless bathroom, but at night it emits a mild glow only when the moon is full. You would definitely need an electric light for benefit after sundown.
456773
The solar tubes just look like a regular light fixture inside of the house. When the sun is shining, the light passing through is as bright as a floodlight. Accordingly, as the sun sets (or on overcast days) the amount of light is less apparent. Before installing the solar tubes, our living room was always dark. Now, with three solar tubes installed we have daylight from early till late almost every day. We turn on the electric lights in the early evening as opposed to before when the electric light was always on. We are very pleased with the results we've got.
456774
Piece of junk all it does is condensate and leak would not recommend at all
1802500
It doesn't plug into the wall but very easy to hang... Screw in bracket to electrical box.... Combine white with white and black with black wires and whalaaa! You have a killer light dropping light
2208127
its pretty bright! you have to hang all the crystal but its easy. instructions are good yes its electric. make sure the fixture mounting box is properly secured, the chandelier does have some weight
635704
Not an electrician but I believe it would be how it is wired. I used a timer for the fan and a dimmer switch for the light. The one I used fits in single box and the timer and switch are half size one above the other. I believe they are Leviton but could have been Lutron. I ordered them online from a specialty electrical supplier since the tandem switch was not available thru the box stores. I'm very happy with my choice. I believe this model has been discontinued. Too bad because I have three .... one in each bathroom and was hoping to put one in the powder room. Alas. Hope this info helps. PS - If you are not well versed in the electrical world, I'd suggest using a licensed electrician. Not an electrician but I believe it would be how it is wired. I used a timer for the fan and a dimmer switch for the light. The one I used fits in single box and the timer and switch are half size one above the other. I believe they are Leviton but could have been Lutron. I ordered them online from a specialty electrical supplier since the tandem switch was not available thru the box stores. I'm very happy with my choice. I believe this model has been discontinued. Too bad because I have three .... one in each bathroom and was hoping to put one in the powder room. Alas. Hope this info... » Read More Not an electrician but I believe it would be how it is wired. I used a timer for the fan and a dimmer switch for the light. The one I used fits in single box and the timer and switch are half size one above the other. I believe they are Leviton but could have been Lutron. I ordered them online from a specialty electrical supplier since the tandem switch was not available thru the box stores. I'm very happy with my choice. I believe this model has been discontinued. Too bad because I have three .... one in each bathroom and was hoping to put one in the powder room. Alas. Hope this info helps. PS - If you are not well versed in the electrical world, I'd suggest using a licensed electrician. « Show Less
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My son is a licensed electrician and he states it is designed to wire into an electrical box in the ceiling. It does not have a long enough wire to plug into the wall. It would require rewiring the entire light, but - of course - it would void the manufacturers warranty.
826767
Oh, no worries--hooks up just like a regular light does--one hole with the wires coming thru and easy peasy to do if you already have an existing fixture--just label the wires with masking tape where they were and were they go, if they are not modern color coded. It really is beautiful--just takes time to put the crystals onto the drop downs--not complicated, just time consuming, but sooooo worth it in the end :0)
1400570
We have a breakfast bar too, but no cabinet above it. The one thing that might bother you is seeing the actual light fixture if you're going to be eating right under it. It's not pretty especially since you have to attach the adapter right next to it. If you have a lightrail around your cabinet, you may not see it (needs to be at least 1.5"), and would definitely look great. The light is very pleasing to the eyes, we use it in the morning all the time, as opposed to regular recessed lighting. Also at night it makes for a pretty cool night light! Did I mention the lights don't get hot?
2230832
What all rooms need is a black light bulb. Cost like $3. I have one that I put on a separate lamb and only use for that purpose. Every one thinks that regular light is going to make them glow all night, get real! Black Light people :)
2163797
I suppose if you put in a dimmer switch. It is a hardwired fixture. Absolutely beautiful! Ask them for extra rings to piece it all together though, mine did not come with enough.
1331383
General soft defused light, downward angle. I use the lower socket, with the unit upside down. Works fine to light the hallway.floor
941947
No, not as currently wired. You will have to wire the light separately from the fan.
532311
No it isn't wired for that. It is hard wired for use with a wall switch. It's a really nice hall light!
1454013
I used one of those chandelier light bulbs, it's very low light and has 3 light options. It stays on until I turn it off, but I haven't left it on for a very long period of time. I read on the reviews that static might affect the light staying on or turning on by itself.
1756586
I think so. It's a night light. Doesn't put off nearly as much heat as an incandescent, it's lower wattage. It's what I would consider a good light for a hallway nightlight. I've had mine on 24/7 for a few months, still good.
493544
If this is your only light source it may be to dark.I have other lights in the room.
607801
We used as a hallway light. and used 1 CFL for good lighting. I would guess that using both sockets with CFL's would easily light an 8 x 10 room.
1692040
Unless I am misunderstanding the question, I believe that you're asking if it can be "completely dark" when the light on the top part is off. No, the power switch is very bright (to us anyway - we like a completely dark room because it's healthier for you). So I've tried several different methods - a sock for the bottom, a washcloth, and even some heavy fabric taped over the power switch. All so far allow light to escape and illuminate the nightstand area or wherever it is. Still looking for that perfect fix for this annoying problem - but otherwise it's a great diffuser for a water based type. Mine died after 7 months, and the company replaced it for me. Unless I am misunderstanding the question, I believe that you're asking if it can be "completely dark" when the light on the top part is off. No, the power switch is very bright (to us anyway - we like a completely dark room because it's healthier for you). So I've tried several different methods - a sock for the bottom, a washcloth, and even some heavy fabric taped over the power switch. All so far allow light to escape and illuminate the nightstand area or wherever it is. Still looking for that perfect fix for this annoying problem - but otherwise it's a great diffuser for a... » Read More Unless I am misunderstanding the question, I believe that you're asking if it can be "completely dark" when the light on the top part is off. No, the power switch is very bright (to us anyway - we like a completely dark room because it's healthier for you). So I've tried several different methods - a sock for the bottom, a washcloth, and even some heavy fabric taped over the power switch. All so far allow light to escape and illuminate the nightstand area or wherever it is. Still looking for that perfect fix for this annoying problem - but otherwise it's a great diffuser for a water based type. Mine died after 7 months, and the company replaced it for me. « Show Less