Track lighting systems for art and pictures
Track lighting systems often find their purpose as art lighting. Now, what if the track wouldn’t just hang your track light fixtures but your artworks as well?
Track lighting for art
The big advantage of art tracks that integrate lighting is flexibility. Once your track has been installed on your wall, no more drilling is needed, ever. Hang your artworks from the rail and rearrange without tools whenever you feel like it. Result: flexible track lighting and hanging - all in one system!
Similarly, click the track light fixtures in the track at any spot you like. There’s no fuss with wires, because a power supply wire runs through the track.
Low voltage track lighting
STAS offers low voltage track lighting: the power supply wires that run through the track are 12 V wires.
The lamps in the light fixtures are led lamps. Led lighting is the lighting of the future. Led lamps are very efficient and durable. Moreover, led lighting doesn’t get warm. Neither does it emit UV or infrared radiation. In short: led is not only the most efficient but also the safest choice for illuminating artwork.
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Track lighting kits online
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And light away.
Illuminating Art: How to Optimize Your Gallery with STAS Multirail and Track Lighting
When it comes to displaying artwork, lighting plays a crucial role in enhancing the viewer's experience. Whether it's a private art collection, a gallery, or a museum, properly lighting your artwork can significantly impact its appeal. The STAS Multirail System offers a unique combination of track lighting and picture hanging, making it the ideal solution for those seeking to seamlessly integrate lighting with their art display. In this guide, we will explore the best practices for using track lighting for art and why the STAS Multirail is the perfect fit.
Why Track Lighting Is Ideal for Art Display
Track lighting offers flexibility and precision, making it the go-to choice for illuminating artwork. Here’s why it’s particularly effective:
- Adjustability – Track lighting fixtures can be moved along the rail to highlight specific areas of the artwork, ensuring that the light hits at the perfect angle.
- Directional Lighting – Unlike fixed lighting solutions, track lights can be angled to reduce glare and shadow, enhancing the artwork’s details and textures.
- Aesthetic Enhancement – Proper lighting accentuates colors, contrasts, and fine details, allowing your artwork to be seen exactly as the artist intended.
- Energy Efficiency – LED track lights are energy-efficient, which means they can be used for extended periods without consuming too much energy or producing excess heat that could damage your artwork.
The STAS Multirail: Lighting and Hanging in One System
The STAS Multirail is an innovative art hanging system that incorporates track lighting into the same rail used to hang your artwork. This combination not only simplifies the process of installing lighting but also gives you complete control over how your art is illuminated.
Here’s why the STAS Multirail stands out as the best choice for art galleries, museums, and even home installations:
- All-in-One Solution – With the STAS Multirail, you can both hang and illuminate your art from the same system. This eliminates the need for additional lighting fixtures and messy installations.
- Seamless Integration – The rail is designed to blend into the surroundings, ensuring that the focus remains on the artwork. The lighting and hanging system are discreet but highly functional.
- Customizable – The STAS Multirail system allows for adjustable lighting along the rail, so you can easily move the light fixtures or adjust their angle to create the ideal lighting conditions for each piece of art.
- Easy Installation – The system is easy to install and maintain. Simply mount the rail, connect the lighting, and use STAS suspension hooks to hang your artwork.
Best Practices for Track Lighting Art with STAS Multirail
When using track lighting for art, particularly with the STAS Multirail system, there are a few key practices to ensure the best results:
- Positioning Lights at an Angle – To minimize glare and shadows, position the lights at a 30-degree angle to the artwork. This helps highlight textures and avoid unwanted reflections that can distract from the viewer's experience.
- Consider the Type of Lighting – Use LED lights with a high Color Rendering Index (CRI) to ensure accurate color representation. LEDs are also cooler, meaning they will not damage delicate pieces of art over time.
- Control the Intensity – Adjust the light intensity to match the artwork. For dark or richly colored pieces, a higher intensity may be needed to bring out the depth of color. For lighter pieces, lower intensity can prevent the artwork from appearing washed out.
- Space the Lights Evenly – When lighting multiple pieces along a gallery wall, space the lights evenly to ensure a consistent viewing experience. The flexibility of the STAS Multirail allows you to adjust both the lighting and the positioning of the artwork with ease.
- Experiment with Accent Lighting – Use accent lights to draw attention to particular features of the artwork, such as brushstrokes, textures, or intricate details. The STAS Multirail system allows for creative lighting setups that can enhance the impact of individual pieces.
- Plan for Future Adjustments – One of the biggest advantages of using the STAS Multirail is its adaptability. As your collection grows or changes, you can easily adjust both the hanging and lighting configuration without the need for extensive rewiring or drilling.
Conclusion: Elevating Your Art with STAS Multirail
The combination of track lighting and an integrated hanging system makes the STAS Multirail the ultimate solution for displaying and illuminating art. Whether you’re a gallery owner, interior designer, or an art collector, using this system allows you to highlight your artwork in the best possible light—literally and figuratively.
By following the best practices outlined above, you’ll ensure that your art pieces are not only displayed securely but are also beautifully illuminated, bringing out the true essence and vibrancy of each piece.
Ready to elevate your art display? Explore the STAS Multirail system today and see how you can transform any space into an art gallery with perfectly lit, professionally hung artwork.
