Suspended LED Lighting Fixtures

Choosing the Right Suspended LED Lights for Your Project

The size and layout of your space will determine which lighting style or combination of styles will be suitable for your project. With five types of LED suspended ceiling lighting fixtures to choose from, we have everything you need for any commercial lighting job, as well as some products that are even suitable for residential applications.

The way suspended LED lights direct light—whether as uplights, downlights, or both—matters because it affects visibility, ambiance, glare control, and light spread. Here are considerations to make when choosing a distribution type:

• Glare Control & Comfort
  • Uplighting reduces glare by reflecting light off the ceiling, creating a softer, more diffused glow. This is ideal for offices, conference rooms, and hospitality spaces where visual comfort is key.
  • Downlighting can create stronger shadows and glare if not diffused properly, which can lead to eye strain in offices and other workspaces.

• Ambient vs. Task Lighting
  • Uplighting contributes to overall ambient lighting, helping to create a more balanced and inviting space, especially in spaces with high ceilings.
  • Downlighting provides direct illumination for tasks such as reading, writing, or detail work, making it ideal above desks, kitchen islands, or workbenches.
  • Combination (Uplight/Downlight) fixtures offer the best of both, providing task lighting plus wider illumination for general visibility.

• Aesthetic & Architectural Impact
  • Uplighting enhances architectural features, making ceilings appear higher and creating a modern, elegant look.
  • Downlighting emphasizes floors, work surfaces, and furniture, directing focus downward.
  • Combination (Uplight/Downlight) fixtures can create a visually dynamic space with a balanced light distribution.

• Light Spread
  • Uplighting uses ceiling reflections to evenly spread light, often reducing the number of fixtures needed for uniform illumination.
  • Downlighting is more focused and may require additional fixtures to avoid dark spots.