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Garage lighting shouldn’t be an afterthought.

It should be first and foremost functional.

If you might make it stylish, props to you!

Garage with four semi-flush ceiling lights

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It is also cost-effective if you need multiple lights.

A converted garage opens up lots of lighting possibilities.

Natural Light

Embrace your windows to bring in light natural light!

Garage with shelving, drawer storage system and bikes on the wall

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Ceiling Beam Light

Make use of lighting to highlight any nice architectural features of your garage.

This modern garage organized byA Fresh Spacefeatures a dark-stainedwood beamwith a bulb suspended directly from it.

It also suspends the light lower which means its brightness is more focused.

Organized garage

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Fluorescent Light

Try out fluorescent light tubes as a cost-effective and energy-efficient alternative to other bulbs.

It’ll provide more direct light for detailed tasks without having to use larger overhead lights.

No lights on all night because someone forgot to shut them off!

Cabinets with under-cabinet lighting in a garage

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This garage fromA Fresh Spacehas a custom work area with under-cabinet lights that add direct task lighting.

This one from one ofNEAT by Meg’s projects can benefit from one or two linear ceiling lights.

Garage Lighting Tips

Keep these tips in mind as you choose your garage lighting.

Converted garage that has a round jute rug on the wall and a daybed and desk inside

The Home Consultant

How to choose the best lighting for your garage workshop.

Garage with two windows

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Garage with multiple pendant lights

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Garage with storage system on the wall and light hanging from wood beam

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Treadmill and organized shelves in a garage

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Tool storage and work area in a garage

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Organized wall and bikes in a garage

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Cabinets with lighting in a garage

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Organized garage

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