Semi-direct – light is aimed 60%-85% downward.

Semi-indirect – light is aimed 60%-85% upward.

Recessed – fixtures affixed flush to a ceiling, wall, or other surface.

Valance – light source shielded by a panel attached parallel to a wall.

Indirect – over 85% of the light is aimed upward at the ceiling.

Direct – over 86% of the light is aimed downward at the floor.

Accent – directional light to emphasize an object or area.

Cove –light sources shielded by a ledge and casting light over ceiling and upper wall.

General diffuse –almost equal amount of light to all directions.

Track – one electrical outlet supplying a number if separate fittings that can be positioned anywhere along the length of a track.

Wall washers – installed 3 feet away from a wall, and will light up the wall evenly from top to bottom.

Downlights – round or square metal canisters that can be recessed into a ceiling, semi-recessed, or ceiling mounted. Can be spotlight, floodlight or ordinary bulb.

Uplights – fixtures put on the floor behind plants, sofas, or in corner where they will provide a beautiful dramatic accent.