Emergency/Exit Lighting for Your Business

In the event of a disaster, you need to ensure your emergency exit lights are in good working order. The performance of emergency and exit lights are directly related to safety, so code officials tend to be strict about compliance in design and installation.

You want your emergency exit lights to be the best they can be. There are several ways you can give your emergency lights a boost to make them the most efficient:

• Meet all requirements by your local building code and OSHA – Every sign has to say “exit” and the letters have to be at least 6 inches high. The sign must be clearly visible, and additionally, you should check with your local building code to see if your signs comply.
• Did you know exit lights aren’t always red? You can also get them in green, and in some cases, orange. Some states or municipalities specify a color, and you should check with your building code to see if you have to change the color of your lights before your next inspection.

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RP Lighting + Fans Has the Emergency Lighting You Need for Your Business

RP Lighting has you covered with exits signs and emergency units using LED lighting sources. Get specific exit signs and emergency lighting units for both indoor and outdoor applications, remote heads (for specific models), specialty die cast, and more for your building.

Not sure where to start or overwhelmed by the options available? Talk to one of our experts! We have sales reps across the country to help you get the perfect solution for your application. Contact us today to find out more!

Why are Battery Backups Important?

Installing battery backup units in your building when your main power supply is cut off and normal lighting fails is critical in an emergency.

With a system that has a battery backup, the lighting will immediately switch to emergency operation when power is lost. Typically, these lights come with at least a 90-minute lighting allowance following power loss. This will ensure emergency exits are visible to your employees, and pathways towards exits (means of egress) are also visible.

Benefits of an LED Battery Backup:

• LEDs are suited to emergency systems because of their long life and durability
• LEDs are more environmentally friendly because they don’t contain lead or mercury
• They combine emergency and architectural illumination and can be made to almost any size or shape
• Some modules can be flush mounted on floors or walls, and lighting strips are good for stairwells and halls

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RP Lighting + Fans Has the Emergency Lighting You Need for Your Business

RP Lighting has you covered with exits signs and emergency units using LED lighting sources. Get specific exit signs and emergency lighting units for both indoor and outdoor applications, remote heads (for specific models), specialty die cast, and more for your building.

Not sure where to start or overwhelmed by the options available? Talk to one of our experts! We have sales reps across the country to help you get the perfect solution for your application. Contact us today to find out more!

How Can I Incorporate Fire-Rated Lights into My Home or Business?

Luckily, most fire-rated lights are stylish recessed lighting. This type of LED fixture comes in many styles and designs, so you can choose one that complements your décor. Additionally, recessed lighting is great for mood lighting in stores and businesses.

• Downlights are mood setters: Aside from safety, many people choose fire-rated downlights because they provide great lighting for reading, homework, or lighting in a commercial space for work and displaying products.
• Modern aesthetic: Tired of outdated lighting styles? Recessed lights provide a modern look that fits in with any room.

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RP Lighting is Your Source for Fire-Rated Recessed Lighting

We’re constantly innovating and improving existing designs to bring you the best fixtures that keep your safety in mind, as well as provide stylish design. Check out our fire-rated lights on our website, and contact your RP representative for more information!

Where Should Fire-Rated Recessed Lighting Fixtures Be Used?

Fire-rated fixtures can be used anywhere, but are especially important in buildings with multiple floors to keep a fire contained should one break out.

The most common examples include apartment buildings, mixed-use buildings, and multilevel homes.

Fire rated lighting tests determine:

The ability of fixtures to maintain their structural integrity and fire-resistant properties during a fire
How well a fixture can withstand fire and further prevent the spread of flames, smoke, and toxic gases

The most common levels of fire protection required for ceiling fans are 30-, 60-, and 90-minute ratings. A 30-, 60-, or 90-minute fire rated downlight must pass separate tests for each time period and it must not be assumed a downlight that states it can withstand 90 minutes of fire is also 30- or 60-minute fire rated.

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 RP Lighting is Your Source for Fire-Rated Recessed Lighting

We’re constantly innovating and improving existing designs to bring you the best fixtures that keep your safety in mind, as well as provide stylish design. Check out our fire-rated lights on our website, and contact your RP representative for more information!

Keep Your Outdoor Living Spaces Cool

Wet rated or wet listed ceiling fans are perfect for patios or other outdoor living areas where water can be present around the fan. With RP Lighting + Fans you can even match them to your décor with finishes like brushed pewter, matte black, oil rubbed bronze, and white.

The best outdoor fan for your application is one with a weather-resistant build and desired airflow for the location you need it.

What’s the difference between wet rated or damp rated ceiling fans?

Outdoor fans at RP Lighting + Fans are categorized as “damp” or “wet” rated, depending on the amount of moisture they’re designed to withstand.

Damp rated fans can handle humidity, but can’t handle direct contact with water, whereas wet rated fans are built for exposure to the outdoors and where water can splash onto the fan.

Covered patios or screened-in porches are better suited for damp rated fans.

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Make RP Lighting + Fans Your Preferred LED Ceiling Fan Supplier!

We have residential and commercial grade LED ceiling fans powerful enough to also handle large commercial and industrial spaces. To see our product line and learn more about what we have to offer, contact a representative today!

How to Use Ceiling Fans to Save Money and Stay Cool in Extreme Heat

Families all over the United States are affected by extreme weather every year. In the summer months, it’s imperative to have an effective way to stay cool in hot weather.

According to the Department of Energy, “If you use air conditioning to cool your home, a ceiling fan will allow you to raise the thermostat setting about 4°F with no reduction in comfort. In temperate climates, or during moderately hot weather, ceiling fans may allow you to avoid using your air conditioner altogether. Install a fan in each room that needs to be cooled during hot weather.”

 Consumer Reports found that “you can save 3 to 5 percent on air-conditioning costs for each degree you raise the thermostat. Using a ceiling fan, which costs little to run, can make you feel up to 4° F cooler.”

• For areas 6’x6’ or smaller (nooks, stairwells, laundry rooms, etc.), 29” to 36” inch ceiling fans are best. There are many smaller fans on the market that are damp or wet rated, which means they can withstand frequent moisture exposure in places like bathrooms or outdoor patios.
• For areas 9’x9’ or smaller (bedrooms, home offices, etc.), 40” to 48” ceiling fans are best. Make sure you do your research to see how loud these fans are! You’ll want a quiet one in a place where you sleep or work.
• For standard rooms – 10’x10 or 16’x16’- 50” to 58” ceiling fans are the most effective. These rooms might be a large bedroom, or a living room. Powerful fans will be the most helpful in cooling a room of this size. Under-sizing fans for this type of space can mean you’re constantly running the fan on high speeds, which can increase energy consumption.

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Make RP Lighting + Fans Your Preferred LED Ceiling Fan Supplier!

We have residential and commercial grade LED ceiling fans powerful enough to also handle large commercial and industrial spaces. To see our product line and learn more about what we have to offer, contact a representative today!

Vanity Lighting for Bathroom Safety

Bathroom lights could pose a safety hazard in the event that you have an electrical short. One way to ensure you’re safe from electrical shocks and potential fires is by installing GFCI protection. A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is required for any outlets or switches that could get wet while using your bathroom, including the bathtub area, sink, and shower stall.

Additionally, consider night lighting for your bathroom. When the eyes are adjusted to darkness, very few foot candles are needed. All this to help prevent stumbles and falls. A 5-watt nightlight is just right for most homes, according to lighting experts.

 Bathroom lighting isn’t just for brightening up your space, but also helps you transition from day to night! When you want to wind down after a long day, harsh light can jolt you awake. Aside from a traditional ceiling light, consider recessed lighting or flush mount lighting to send soft light throughout the entire room rather than just one harsh light overhead.

Multiple lamp shade fixtures diffuse the lighting so it will provide a softer, less harsh look. Linear fixtures offer multiple lengths that can be mounted either horizontal or vertical and on the top or side or a mirror for even lighting where it is needed.

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RP Lighting + Fans is Your Preferred Lighting Supplier

The lighting in a bathroom is especially important when you’re washing and grooming. Optimized lighting and daylighting are also important for our circadian rhythms, which can play a big role in overall health.

RP Lighting + Fans has the vanity lighting you need! We have quality products priced right to meet your lighting upgrade needs. As a premier lighting supplier, we also have knowledgeable associates who can assist you in choosing the appropriate products for your specific application.