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 Zebra Print Light Switch and Outlet Covers Wall Plates room accent decor custom $5.50 Time Remaining: 4d 6h 24m Buy It Now for only: $5.50 |
 Leviton Ivory Decora Triple Rocker Wall Light Switch Triplex 15A 1755 I $6.95 Time Remaining: 4h 54m Buy It Now for only: $6.95 |
 Leviton White COMMERCIAL Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 3 Way 20A 5623 2W $5.99 Time Remaining: 28d 2h 14m Buy It Now for only: $5.99 |
 Pass Seymour White Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switch 4 WAY 15A TM874 W $6.49 Time Remaining: 5d 22h 48m Buy It Now for only: $6.49 |
 Leviton Almond DUAL LIGHTED Rocker Wall Light Switch $12.95 Time Remaining: 23d 7h 21m Buy It Now for only: $12.95 |
 Leviton Almond Decora Triple Rocker Wall Light Switch Triplex 15A 1755 A $6.95 Time Remaining: 4h 40m Buy It Now for only: $6.95 |
 Leviton Gray Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15 Amp $2.25 Time Remaining: 20d 3h 41m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Cooper Electric Almond Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switches 15A 6501A $2.24 Time Remaining: 29d 23h 36m Buy It Now for only: $2.24 |
 NEW Leviton Ivory Decora 4 Way Rocker Wall Light Switch $5.95 Time Remaining: 5d 4h 47m Buy It Now for only: $5.95 |
 NEW Leviton 3 Way Black Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch $2.25 Time Remaining: 8d 13h 26m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Leviton Lt Almond Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $2.25 Time Remaining: 29d 3h 46m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Leviton Black Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $2.25 Time Remaining: 12d 9h 51m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Lot 10 Leviton Decora Almond Rocker Wall Light Switches $19.95 Time Remaining: 4d 23h 43m Buy It Now for only: $19.95 |
 Lot 10 Leviton Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switches $19.95 Time Remaining: 25d 1h 42m Buy It Now for only: $19.95 |
 Eagle Electric White Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switches 15A 6501W $2.24 Time Remaining: 29d 1h 54m Buy It Now for only: $2.24 |
 Leviton 3 Way Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $2.25 Time Remaining: 16h 5m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Leviton Lt Almond Decora 4 WAY Rocker Wall Light Switch $5.95 Time Remaining: 12d 23h 18m Buy It Now for only: $5.95 |
 NEW Leviton Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $2.25 Time Remaining: 21d 3h 33m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 NEW Leviton Gray Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15 Amp $2.25 Time Remaining: 15d 20h 53m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 10 Leviton Ivory Decora 3 Way Rocker Wall Light Switches 15A 5603 2I $21.95 Time Remaining: 6d 23h 10m Buy It Now for only: $21.95 |
 Leviton Brown Decora 4 Way Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A 5604 2 $5.95 Time Remaining: 9h 53m Buy It Now for only: $5.95 |
 Leviton Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $2.25 Time Remaining: 20d 3h 47m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Leviton 3 Way Lt Almond Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch $2.25 Time Remaining: 25d 1h 49m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Leviton White DOUBLE POLE Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $6.95 Time Remaining: 25d 1h 49m Buy It Now for only: $6.95 |
 NEW 120V White Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switch SPST Single Pole Single Throw $5.49 Time Remaining: 18d 7h 31m Buy It Now for only: $5.49 |
 Leviton 5673 2I Decora 3 Way Quiet Rocker Light Wall Switch with Plate Ivory $2.93 Time Remaining: 29d 10h 45m Buy It Now for only: $2.93 |
 Leviton Almond Decora 4 Way Rocker Wall Light Switch $5.95 Time Remaining: 27d 54m Buy It Now for only: $5.95 |
 NEW Leviton 3 Way Gray Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch $2.25 Time Remaining: 25d 2h 4m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Leviton 3 Way Gray Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $2.25 Time Remaining: 10d 9h 6m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 NEW Leviton 3 Way Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch $2.25 Time Remaining: 5h 12m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 NEW Leviton Almond Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15A $2.25 Time Remaining: 21d 3h 36m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Leviton Ivory DUPLEX LIGHTED Rocker Wall Light Switch $12.95 Time Remaining: 23d 7h 21m Buy It Now for only: $12.95 |
 Leviton Ivory COMMERCIAL Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 20A 5621 2I $3.99 Time Remaining: 8d 2h 36m Buy It Now for only: $3.99 |
 10 Cooper White Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switches 4 WAY 15A 120 277V 7504W $59.95 Time Remaining: 18d 23h 11m Buy It Now for only: $59.95 |
 4 Leviton Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switches 15A $11.95 Time Remaining: 25d 1h 32m Buy It Now for only: $11.95 |
 Leviton Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch 15 Amp $2.49 Time Remaining: 9h 25m Buy It Now for only: $2.49 |
 Single GFCI Rocker Wall Plate Solid Brass Light Switch 64065 $5.00 Time Remaining: 26d 6h 59m Buy It Now for only: $5.00 |
 Zebra Print Light Switch and Outlet Covers Wall Plates Customize Room Decor 2 $10.00 Time Remaining: 7d 13h 5m Buy It Now for only: $10.00 |
 Leviton Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Switch Pilot Light 20A $9.95 Time Remaining: 8d 13h 25m Buy It Now for only: $9.95 |
 Cooper Electric Ivory Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switch 3 WAY 15A 6503V $2.69 Time Remaining: 18d 23h 11m Buy It Now for only: $2.69 |
 Cooper Ivory Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switch 4 WAY 15A 120 277V 7504V $6.95 Time Remaining: 18d 23h 11m Buy It Now for only: $6.95 |
 Leviton 3 Way Almond Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch $2.25 Time Remaining: 8d 13h 39m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 10 PS Brown Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switches 3 Way $29.95 Time Remaining: 20d 9h 53m Buy It Now for only: $29.95 |
 NEW Leviton Ivory DOUBLE POLE Rocker Wall Light Switch $6.95 Time Remaining: 5d 4h 37m Buy It Now for only: $6.95 |
 10 Leviton Gray 3 Way Decora Rocker Wall Light Switches $19.95 Time Remaining: 12d 22h 50m Buy It Now for only: $19.95 |
 NEW Leviton 3 Way Ivory Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch $2.25 Time Remaining: 8d 13h 26m Buy It Now for only: $2.25 |
 Lot 5 Leviton Gray Decora Rocker Wall Light Switches $9.95 Time Remaining: 22d 1h 38m Buy It Now for only: $9.95 |
 Cooper Light Almond Decorator Rocker Wall Switch 3 WAY 15A 6503LA $2.95 Time Remaining: 18d 23h 11m Buy It Now for only: $2.95 |
 Pass Seymour Ivory Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switch 4 WAY 15A TM874 I $6.49 Time Remaining: 13d Buy It Now for only: $6.49 |
 Contemporary Light Oak Wall Plate Double rocker GFI $7.79 Time Remaining: 2d 4h 15m Buy It Now for only: $7.79 |
 Leviton Almond Decora 4 Way Rocker Wall Light Switch $5.95 Time Remaining: 12d 22h 53m Buy It Now for only: $5.95 |
 10 Eagle Electric Almond Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switches 15A 6501A $19.95 Time Remaining: 3d 2h 16m Buy It Now for only: $19.95 |
 NEW 5ea Cooper Almond GFCI Single Rocker Light Switch Wall Nylon Plate Covers $7.99 Time Remaining: 21d 10h 27m Buy It Now for only: $7.99 |
 Cooper Light Almond Decorator Rocker Wall Switch 4 WAY 15A 120 277V 7504LA $6.95 Time Remaining: 18d 23h 11m Buy It Now for only: $6.95 |
 10 Leviton Ivory DOUBLE POLE Rocker Wall Light Switches $59.95 Time Remaining: 10d 8h 35m Buy It Now for only: $59.95 |
 NEW Leviton Ivory Decora 4 Way Rocker Wall Light Switch CATALOG 05604 2I $9.50 Time Remaining: 8d 2h Buy It Now for only: $9.50 |
 10 Leviton Black DOUBLE POLE Rocker Wall Light Switches $59.95 Time Remaining: 5d 4h 41m Buy It Now for only: $59.95 |
 Single Rocker Light Switch WALL PLATE Plated Brass 64227 $5.00 Time Remaining: 17d 20h 43m Buy It Now for only: $5.00 |
 10 Pass Seymour Light Almond Decorator Rocker Wall Light Switches 15A TM870 LA $27.95 Time Remaining: 12d 23h 7m Buy It Now for only: $27.95 |
 30 Leviton 5673 2I Decora 3 Way Quiet Rocker Light Wall Switch w Plate Ivory $81.00 Time Remaining: 29d 10h 47m Buy It Now for only: $81.00 |
 NEW Leviton 3 Way Brown Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch CATALOG 5693 2 $9.50 Time Remaining: 8d 1h 52m Buy It Now for only: $9.50 |
 NEW Leviton BROWN Decora 3 Way Rocker Wall Light Switch CATALOG 5603 2 $9.50 Time Remaining: 8d 2h 9m Buy It Now for only: $9.50 |
 NEW Leviton 3 Way Black Decora Rocker Wall Light Switch $6.00 Time Remaining: 8d 1h 38m Buy It Now for only: $6.00 |
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Make Lighting Accessible
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law in 1990, providing a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
This historic legislation allows society to benefit from the skills and talents of individuals with disabilities by reducing barriers to transportation, public services and accommodations, employment and telecommunications. ADA compliance also includes making public spaces accessible to everyone through universal design.
For the lighting industry, the most common ADA requirement is for light fixtures protruding from walls. Specific installation requirements are stated in section 4.4 of the ADA: "… objects projecting from walls with their leading edges between 27 inches and 80 inches (2' 4" to 6' 8") above the finished floor shall protrude no more than four inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways or aisles."
This requirement is usually in the specifications needed for wall sconces. While ADA compliance isn't required for private residences, creating lighting designs that are accessible to everyone can increase safety, improve security and make any room more useful. Accessibility is also important when designing a space that will be used by older adults or young children.
Lighting for Safety
Good lighting design can increase safety and help prevent accidents and injuries around the home. Transitional areas like toe kicks on cabinets and level changes between rooms can be lit with rope lighting or footlights to help avoid people from tripping and stumbling when moving from room to room.
Steps and stairways should always have good lighting to prevent falls, and it should be bright enough to light the entire staircase. For added safety, installing light switches at the top and bottom of each staircase ensures no one has to navigate in the dark. Rocker switches also add convenience, as they can be turned on with a nudge of the elbow if your hands are full and are easier to operate by young children, people with disabilities and the elderly.
Lighting for Security
Designing adequate outdoor lighting around entrances and along pathways is important for both security and convenience. Besides eliminating the annoyance of trying to fit a key into a keyhole in dim lighting, brightening an entrance also makes it easier to identify visitors who come to your door.
Adding outdoor lighting to a pathway, driveway or yard helps discourage crime, intruders and predators. In the case of an emergency, it can also make it easier for police, ambulance drivers and fire trucks to quickly find your home.
Lighting for a Situation
Reading lights. Night lights. Bathroom lights. No matter what the situation, proper lighting for everyday tasks makes everything easier.
Areas like the kitchen or workshop need plenty of light for working on specific projects. For reading or working at the computer, adding a lamp with a three-way bulb lets each family member choose the amount of light they want. Lighted mirrors in the bathroom are becoming popular and they give an attractive look to the room while casting light on the face for grooming and applying makeup.
About the Author
Keith is an avid member of the lighting and home furnishings industry. At Bellacor, he helps customers with various home improvement design issues including lighting, furnishings, and decor.