Plan the detail
Considered before
the lights go on.
Bring the light position, mounting, location conditions and complete electrical system into one installation brief.
Light the working area from a useful position
Measure the bench depth and identify where you stand, clamp work and store tools. Test a proposed under-shelf or overhead detail with the bench in use, checking shadows and direct glare. Different activities need different levels and quality of illumination; do not assume a decorative strip arrangement meets the requirements of detailed or hazardous work.
Keep the installation clear of workshop activity
Show roller doors, lifting mechanisms, tall storage and moving equipment on the layout. Give the lighting suitable mechanical support and keep cables away from abrasion or snagging. Dust, moisture, solvents and temperature changes can affect product selection, so describe the conditions rather than choosing solely on brightness or strip length.
Measure runs and plan service access
Record each bench, shelf and cabinet run separately, including the cable distance to an accessible supply. Decide whether benches and storage should switch independently. For a quote, send photos, a plan, the activities carried out and any environmental concerns. Have the overall illumination and electrical installation checked for the workshop.