Practical advice on commercial lighting from LED retrofits to lighting design.

Replacement LED tubes for T12/T8/T5 bulbs have come a long way over the last couple of years. Between questions on plug-and-play versus bypass ballast to figuring out when it’s the right time to retrofit, it’s clear that linear LEDs are here to stay.

Now, what part of a commercial office should be the first to undergo an LED retrofit? That would be the natural next question.

Our Lighting Pyramid is a good resource to get your retrofit prioritization process started.

When it comes to linear lamps in particular, I like to recommend beginning with 24/7 applications, which are often outside of the main areas of the building –– perhaps in the parking garage, stairwells, or the basement. Then, gradually move inside to the sockets at the core of the building, strategically making high burn areas top priority. 

Here’s a quick breakdown of some of the most common applications.