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Natasha Guernsey • September 17, 2025
How Much Lighting Does Your Plano, TX Home Really Need?

Not every room in your Plano, TX home requires the same amount of lighting. At Light It Up Electric
, our licensed electricians help homeowners design lighting systems that are both functional and energy-efficient—tailored to each room’s purpose.
Here’s a quick guide to recommended lighting levels by room type:
Hallways: About 7 lumens per square foot for safe navigation.
Living Rooms & Bedrooms: Around 10 lumens per square foot for a comfortable, balanced atmosphere.
Kitchens & Bathrooms: Roughly 75 lumens per square foot for bright, functional lighting where tasks demand visibility.
By choosing professional lighting design, Plano homeowners can improve comfort, energy efficiency, and ambiance, all while ensuring their homes are beautifully and practically illuminated.

Enhance your property’s safety, curb appeal, and nighttime ambiance with professional bollard lighting installation from Light It Up Electric. We provide custom outdoor lighting solutions for homeowners and businesses throughout Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Allen, Carrollton, Lewisville, Prosper, Celina, and North Dallas, TX.










