I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 11:08:55 AM UTC-4, SBH wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

I'd say unless it's an unusually high door or something else unusual,
then what looks good aesthetically works for me. Erring on the side of
higher is probably better, as the light will go a bit further.

trader_4 wrote:
On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 11:08:55 AM UTC-4, SBH wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

I'd say unless it's an unusually high door or something else unusual,
then what looks good aesthetically works for me. Erring on the side of
higher is probably better, as the light will go a bit further.


Also consider the ease of replacing bulbs. Some fixture may require a step
stool or ladder if the homeowner is short and the fixture is high and has a
peculiar access for its bulbs.

On 10/18/2015 11:08 AM, Meanie wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

Have a helper hold the fixture where you think it may be best. Step
back 20 to 40 feet and have them move it up and down. Have them stop
where it looks best to you.

Once you have what looks good, be sure nothing is going to interfere or
hit it.

On Sun, 18 Oct 2015 11:08:45 -0400, Meanie
wrote:

I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

If this is a masonry garage, bear in mind that the lentil will extend
across at least 8" from the opening and in Florida style construction
there will be a solid tie beam all the way around the perimeter and
the door jam will be poured solid (8"). Punching the hole for the wire
and box may dictate where the box goes.

On 10/18/2015 12:14 PM, Ed Pawlowski wrote:
On 10/18/2015 11:08 AM, Meanie wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

Have a helper hold the fixture where you think it may be best. Step
back 20 to 40 feet and have them move it up and down. Have them stop
where it looks best to you.

Once you have what looks good, be sure nothing is going to interfere or
hit it.

Agreed with the interference. Considering I'm drilling through cinder
blocks, I want to ensure it's right the first time.

On Sun, 18 Oct 2015 13:10:34 -0400, Meanie
wrote:

On 10/18/2015 12:14 PM, Ed Pawlowski wrote:
On 10/18/2015 11:08 AM, Meanie wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

Have a helper hold the fixture where you think it may be best. Step
back 20 to 40 feet and have them move it up and down. Have them stop
where it looks best to you.

Once you have what looks good, be sure nothing is going to interfere or
hit it.

Agreed with the interference. Considering I'm drilling through cinder
blocks, I want to ensure it's right the first time.

I would suggest probing with a long small bit (like a 1/4"x12") just
to see what you have in there and if you figure out you are in a
hollow cell, use a diamond wheel on a grinder to cut the box in and a
bigger masonry bit to get the cable in from the other side. You may
even want to fish it down from the top on the inside (as high as you
get before hitting a cell poured solid)
Get the wire in before you actually set the box.
If you do run into a solid wall where you want it, a pancake box will
usually work with most lights.

On Sun, 18 Oct 2015 11:08:45 -0400, Meanie
wrote:

I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

You made me look. On my street, each house sconce lights are at
different heights. Mine being the highest -- near the top of the GD
but below the header beam. One house has them at the mid-way point of
the GD. Some lights are larger than others.... FWIW.

On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 10:08:55 AM UTC-5, SBH wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

I'd install them above the eye level of the tallest human on record to make sure the lights don't shine in my own or any visitor's eyes. I'm 5' 12" tall and I'd mount the light above my level line of sight to prevent glare. What style of light are you considering? ^_^

http://www.destinationlighting.com/products/sconces

[8~{} Uncle Scone Monster

On 10/18/2015 5:13 PM, Uncle Monster wrote:
On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 10:08:55 AM UTC-5, SBH wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

I'd install them above the eye level of the tallest human on record to make sure the lights don't shine in my own or any visitor's eyes. I'm 5' 12" tall and I'd mount the light above my level line of sight to prevent glare. What style of light are you considering? ^_^

http://www.destinationlighting.com/products/sconces

[8~{} Uncle Scone Monster


http://www.lowes.com/pd_297077-85538...d=3421322&pl=1

On Sun, 18 Oct 2015 18:47:09 -0400, Meanie
wrote:

On 10/18/2015 5:13 PM, Uncle Monster wrote:
On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 10:08:55 AM UTC-5, SBH wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

I'd install them above the eye level of the tallest human on record to make sure the lights don't shine in my own or any visitor's eyes. I'm 5' 12" tall and I'd mount the light above my level line of sight to prevent glare. What style of light are you considering? ^_^

http://www.destinationlighting.com/products/sconces

[8~{} Uncle Scone Monster


http://www.lowes.com/pd_297077-85538...d=3421322&pl=1


I have that light on my front porch. It will work with a pancake box.

On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 5:47:18 PM UTC-5, SBH wrote:
On 10/18/2015 5:13 PM, Uncle Monster wrote:
On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 10:08:55 AM UTC-5, SBH wrote:
I plan to install sconce lighting on each side of my garage door. I've
read the mounting height should be about 72" then elsewhere between 8
and 9 feet. I'm sure I can eye it and draw my own conclusion but I
thought I'd ask. Any input to the actual height or a formula for floor
to ceiling ratio? When confirming such height, is that the bottom of the
lighting, the top, the junction box, etc? I've yet to see confirmation
on any of that.

Thanks

I'd install them above the eye level of the tallest human on record to make sure the lights don't shine in my own or any visitor's eyes. I'm 5' 12" tall and I'd mount the light above my level line of sight to prevent glare. What style of light are you considering? ^_^

http://www.destinationlighting.com/products/sconces

[8~{} Uncle Scone Monster


http://www.lowes.com/pd_297077-85538...d=3421322&pl=1

That's a good looking light. Would you want the bulb to be at eye level? It would bother me if it was. ^_^

[8~{} Uncle Eye Monster

On Sun, 18 Oct 2015 18:47:09 -0400, Meanie
wrote:


I'd install them above the eye level of the tallest human on record to make sure the lights don't shine in my own or any visitor's eyes. I'm 5' 12" tall and I'd mount the light above my level line of sight to prevent glare. What style of light are you considering? ^_^

http://www.destinationlighting.com/products/sconces

[8~{} Uncle Scone Monster


http://www.lowes.com/pd_297077-85538...d=3421322&pl=1

Scrarey light. It's only activated by black motion.

On Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 6:44:06 PM UTC-5, Micky wrote:
On Sun, 18 Oct 2015 18:47:09 -0400, Meanie
wrote:


I'd install them above the eye level of the tallest human on record to make sure the lights don't shine in my own or any visitor's eyes. I'm 5' 12" tall and I'd mount the light above my level line of sight to prevent glare. What style of light are you considering? ^_^

http://www.destinationlighting.com/products/sconces

[8~{} Uncle Scone Monster


http://www.lowes.com/pd_297077-85538...d=3421322&pl=1

Scrarey light. It's only activated by black motion.

Perhaps it's to be installed before Halloween? A relay could be added to set off eerie sound effects when the little kiddies walk up. ^__^

[8~{} Uncle Spooky Monster