#Retail Store Lighting

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Best LED Retail Store Lighting Solutions

Lighting is a critical element in retail design, influencing both the customer experience and sales. Effective lighting highlights products, enhances the store’s ambiance, and even guides customer behavior. Among the various lighting options, LED lighting stands out as the best choice for retail stores due to its energy efficiency, versatility, and long lifespan. In this article, we’ll explore the best LED retail store lighting solutions that can help you optimize your store’s layout, create a welcoming environment, and ultimately drive sales.

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[mikecovers]

153. The Wanamaker Organ inside the closing down Macys in the Wanamaker Building in downtown Philadelphia. It is the largest organ in the city, now that I've moved out of it.

[radarsteddybear]

It’s funny how the general vibe at work right now is so similar to that of the last day of school before winter break. Some people are seasonal, so we won’t see them again for a little while until things get busy again, but quite a few (me included) are going to be right back here on Thursday, yet it’s all hugs and “It's been great working with you!”s and the like whenever anybody leaves.

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Spotlight for Your Home or Business

Lighting plays a crucial role in defining the ambiance, functionality, and aesthetics of any space, and spotlights are one of the most versatile lighting solutions available. Whether you're looking to brighten up your living room, highlight artwork in a gallery, or enhance the security of your outdoor areas, choosing the right spotlight can make all the difference. The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Spotlight for Your Home or Business is your go-to resource for understanding the various types of spotlights, including energy-efficient LED options, classic halogen lights, and cutting-edge smart spotlights.

This comprehensive guide dives into the features, benefits, and ideal applications of each type, helping you make informed decisions tailored to your specific needs. Learn how to select the perfect spotlight for different spaces, from cozy interiors to expansive outdoor settings. Discover tips on balancing brightness, color temperature, and beam angles to create the desired mood and functionality.

Additionally, the guide explores modern trends like dimmable and solar-powered spotlights, as well as smart lighting systems that integrate with home automation. Whether you're a homeowner aiming to elevate your interior design or a business owner looking to create a welcoming and secure environment, this guide provides practical advice, expert insights, and inspiration to help you achieve your lighting goals.

With a focus on energy efficiency, durability, and style, The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Spotlight ensures you’ll find the ideal lighting solution to transform your space. Light up your world with confidence and make every corner shine!

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Dogwood Records 🎧

Have you ever wanted to own a record store? Now you can! Well, in game at least (lol). I always had this vision of what I wanted my store to look like- and I have finally created this set that kind of brought that vision to life. Dusty wooden furniture, neon lights, record players and records scattered everywhere were just some of the things I had in mind but I hope this set will bring you so much more.

The record covers WERE NOT ai generated! One half is by real life artists + a cartoonizing effect and Topaz Clean (a PS plugin) and the other half was purchased by me on Unsplash+: here is a detailed post on my blog with how I created them and with all the links to the albums and art.

To download everything and get some more info on the items + the monthly Patreon's gift set, CLICK HERE to visit my Patreon page (the set will be public on 4th May).

Fun fact: I wanted to add functionality to this set so the records can be sold & bought (when placed on the Stairway To Heaven retail shelf) at your small business (requires the Business & Hobbies EP)! Once your sim buys them, they can be found in the Household Inventory. What's a better b'day present for a sim than their favorite record? There's also a magazine/comic book rack so that your customers can entertain themselves while listening to their favorite artist. 🎵

Edit: removed the David Bowie swatch because I was not aware of the allegations surrounding him and I do not support anything of the sort.

Special thanks to peacemaker for the stunning wood textures; myshunosun, nucrests, helgatisha and trillyke for various textures + simlish graphics <3

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Best LED Retail Store Lighting Solutions

Lighting is a critical element in retail design, influencing both the customer experience and sales. Effective lighting highlights products, enhances the store's ambiance, and even guides customer behavior. Among the various lighting options, LED lighting stands out as the best choice for retail stores due to its energy efficiency, versatility, and long lifespan. In this article, we’ll explore the best LED retail store lighting solutions that can help you optimize your store's layout, create a welcoming environment, and ultimately drive sales.

Why Choose LED Lighting for Retail?

Before diving into specific solutions, let’s understand why LED lighting is the go-to choice for retail environments:

Energy Efficiency: LEDs use significantly less energy than traditional lighting, helping stores save on electricity bills.

Longevity: LEDs have a much longer lifespan compared to incandescent or fluorescent bulbs, reducing maintenance and replacement costs.

Brightness and Flexibility: LED lights come in various brightness levels and color temperatures, allowing you to customize the lighting based on the products or store zones.

Eco-friendly: LEDs produce less heat and contain no harmful materials like mercury, making them a more environmentally friendly option.

With these benefits in mind, let’s explore the best LED lighting solutions for retail stores.

1. Track Lighting for Product Displays

Track lighting is one of the most versatile solutions for retail spaces, especially for highlighting product displays. These adjustable fixtures allow you to direct light exactly where you need it, ensuring that key merchandise gets the attention it deserves. LED track lighting is ideal for:

Spotlighting: Use track lights to spotlight high-margin or new products.

Flexible Layouts: As store layouts and displays change, track lighting can be easily adjusted to suit the new configuration.

LED track lighting not only saves energy but also delivers a focused, crisp light that enhances the visual appeal of products, helping to increase sales.

2. Recessed LED Downlights for General Illumination

For overall store lighting, recessed LED downlights provide bright, even illumination without being intrusive. These lights are installed into the ceiling, offering a clean, modern look while ensuring the entire retail space is well-lit. Recessed LED downlights work best for:

Ambient Lighting: They provide the foundational lighting layer in retail stores, creating a consistent, bright atmosphere.

Uniform Light Distribution: LED downlights ensure that the store is evenly lit, preventing dark corners or overly bright spots that could detract from the shopping experience.

These fixtures are particularly suitable for larger retail spaces like department stores, where maintaining consistent lighting across the floor is essential.

3. Pendant LED Lights for Ambiance

In areas like checkout counters, fitting rooms, or specialty zones, pendant LED lights can create a more intimate and welcoming atmosphere. These hanging fixtures add a decorative element while also providing task lighting. Pendant LED lights are particularly useful for:

Highlighting Specific Areas: Use pendant lights to draw attention to special zones, such as promotional displays or limited-time offers.

Creating Zones: Pendant lights can visually separate different sections of your store, such as checkout areas, without the need for physical dividers.

Their aesthetic appeal makes them ideal for boutique stores or areas where a personal touch is needed.

4. LED Strip Lighting for Shelves and Displays

LED strip lighting is an excellent choice for illuminating shelves, showcases, and display cases. This type of lighting provides subtle, yet effective illumination that can make products stand out. LED strip lighting is highly customizable and works well in:

Product Shelving: Add LED strips along the underside of shelves to highlight products without creating harsh shadows.

Display Cases: Use strip lighting inside display cases to make jewelry, accessories, or other premium products pop.

Since these lights are compact and flexible, they can be placed in hard-to-reach or narrow areas, enhancing product visibility.

5. Accent Lighting for Visual Merchandising

Accent lighting, such as LED spotlights or wall washers, can elevate your visual merchandising efforts by focusing attention on specific products or store features. This type of lighting is great for:

Window Displays: Bright, eye-catching lighting can draw customers into the store, especially in retail settings with heavy foot traffic.

Featured Products: Use accent lighting to highlight limited-time offers, sales items, or new arrivals.

Incorporating LED accent lights into your store’s design strategy helps create focal points that guide customers through the shopping experience.

6. Color Temperature and Brightness Control

When planning LED lighting for a retail store, it's essential to choose the right color temperature and brightness. LEDs offer a wide range of color temperatures:

Cool White (4000K-5000K): Cool white lighting creates a clean, bright atmosphere, ideal for highlighting merchandise in most retail environments.

Warm White (2700K-3000K): Use warmer lighting in areas like fitting rooms or near customer service counters to create a more inviting and relaxing ambiance.

Additionally, many LED systems come with dimmable options, allowing you to adjust brightness levels for different times of day or specific events.

7. Smart LED Lighting for Retail

Smart lighting systems are becoming increasingly popular in retail. These systems allow store managers to control lighting via apps or automation systems, adjusting brightness, color temperature, and even on/off schedules. Smart LED lighting can:

Enhance Customer Experience: Customize lighting for special promotions or holidays.

Save Energy: Automatically dim lights during off-peak hours or turn off lights when no one is in the store.

Smart LED systems provide flexibility while optimizing energy usage and enhancing customer engagement.

Conclusion

LED lighting offers unmatched flexibility, efficiency, and design possibilities, making it the best choice for retail stores. By incorporating a mix of track lighting, recessed downlights, pendant lights, and LED strip lighting, you can create a well-lit, inviting environment that enhances the shopping experience and boosts sales. Whether you're revamping an existing store or designing a new space, investing in the right LED retail store lighting solutions will ensure that your products shine and your customers feel welcomed.

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July 28, 2023

[fizzysound]

Honestly if i was doing the exact same job but i was doing it outside instead it would be ×100 less soul crushing. Freezing cold pouring rain whatever i don't care! I live on a farm I've done it all before, i don't care how hard the work is i judt can't stand this stupid big building and all it's constant noise. fresh air. i want to see the sky pls 🙏

[foldingfittedsheets]

Working at the mattress store generally means a lot of long shifts. Ten hour days are not uncommon. You come in, sit alone in a box for a long time, maybe sell a bed, it’s fine. It’s not usually an issue of safety, though, because who’s coming in to shakedown a mattress store? We have no cash and nothing really portable.

But there was one night where I was whiling away my time and a guy came in. He was a big guy, muscular and very punk, tattoos, piercings, the works. We got along fabulously and while helping him a middle aged white couple came in. I was pleased to have a livelier night than I’d anticipated. I bounced back and forth between the disparate parties, eventually finding beds for both.

I finished sooner with the couple but they lingered uneasily by the front of the store instead of leaving and eventually beckoned me over. I trotted along to ask if everything was okay and the woman whispered to me that they were scared to leave me alone with the guy. It was getting late and he appeared quite menacing to them. I wanted to laugh, he was an absolute sweetheart, but instead I assured them that all was well and they could go.

They departed and I immediately told the guy what they’d said. We both had a hearty laugh over it. He finished his purchase and went on his way.

In the last hour, I had my final customer. A young white man in immaculate clothes, button down shirt with freshly shined shoes. Reader, I wanted to bolt. The man had the discordant energy of a cracked bell. Something was deeply wrong with his vibes despite his polished exterior. I desperately wished the nice couple would come hover in the doorway and stare.

I gritted my teeth and greeted him, projecting a friendly and unconcerned air. It seemed clear pretty quickly that he wasn’t actually that interested in getting a bed, which alarmed me even more. I tried to go through the process of fitting him for a mattress but instead he would segue off into telling me about his life while making unblinking eye contact. He asked probing questions about me. I longed for the nice punk man to come back in with a question.

I soldiered onward, visualizing my panic button and refusing to show the slightest hint of unease to him. Eventually he told me that he played piano. He asked if I would like to see a video of him playing piano. I said okay. He then turned his phone over and showed me his screen. In it, he sat staring directly into the camera while playing piano. Above the screen he stared with the same intensely unhinged energy in the video, two sets of serial killer eyes fixed on my tiniest reaction.

I smiled politely, pinned in place by social niceties. After an eon the video finally ended. It was clear he was not going to buy a bed. I insisted that I needed to lock up. He asked if he could stay for that. I firmly informed him he needed to leave for that. With reluctance he drifted out the door as I radiated calm assurance of my own safety and power, locking the door behind him. I turned out the lights and crouched behind the desk in the darkened store, peeking out to watch.

He sat in his car for a long time. But eventually he drove away. I darted out to my car and got home as quick as I could.

The encounter remains one of the most unsettling I’ve ever had in retail. In my decade of serving the public I helped a parade of characters from the harmlessly eccentric to the genuine creeps but this man truly frightened me unlike anyone I’d ever dealt with.

[mikecovers]

154. There's nothing more fitting in a picture that depicts retail about to be permanently shuttered due to corporate greed than the American flag. And the Pennsylvanian flag as a garnish.

[oneblckcoffee]

so when will the concept of maximum retail price be adopted by the west cause tell me why the same packet of mcvities digestives can be anywhere from €2-5 depending on where in the city and what kind of store I’m in

[angrythingstarlight]

Are there ever times Malyshka is in the mood for some retail therapy and actually encourages Bucky to go wild with the black card?

Bucky knows you're not always comfortable letting him spoil you. But he knows one place you can't resist. thats the newindie bookstore downtown. He'll buy out the entire place if you want.

Pairing: Mafia!Bucky x Reader

WC: 1.8K

CW: Bucky being a menace, flirting, teasing, kissing and a hint of upcoming smut. Bucky is taller than reader. Minors DNI.

A/N: Written on my phone and unbetad. Also we're going to ignore that this is a week late.

You rarely agree to let your mobster spoil you the way he wants. So when you do get in the mood to indulge him and let him buy out every shop on Fifth Avenue, Bucky takes full advantage of the opportunity.

Sometimes you get the urge to spend his money, let yourself enjoy everything he has to offer.

Other times, he has to bribe you.

“I have enough clothes Bucky. I can only wear so much jewelry,” you sigh like you’re aggrieved by this conversation. He knows you too well to fall for your act. “I don’t need anything else.”

Oh, you don’t? We’ll see Malyshka.

Bucky runs his thumb across his bottom lip, a hint of wicked amusement flashing across his face. “So you’re not interested in checking out the new bookstore that opened up on broadway?”

You freeze. Eyes flickering in his direction the second the word bookstore rolls of his tongue. Oh. He knew that would get your attention.

“If you want, I could close the place down. Let you shop in peace. Pick out as many books as you want for as long as you want,” He offers, his casual tone in a stark dichotomy with the excited gleam in his eyes, lips curve into a smirk and he leans forward, elbow on his knee, chin resting on his palm. Watching with you inch closer and closer to his trap like a lion patiently waiting for a gazelle. “If you want me too.”

This man. This sweet, insufferable, incorrigible man. You look up, searching the ceiling like it has a good excuse for you to turn down this offer. It doesn’t. And you don’t. So you spent an hour arguing with him over the way he showers you with gifts and yeah, you just demanded that he stop spending so much. But the prospect of unlimited books is enticing.

And he knows your weaknesses. Bucky doesn’t play fair.

His teeth are at your neck. And you’re so close to giving in that he can taste it. “You can tell me about your favorites while I carry them for you.”

You can see it. Clear as day. Your six foot something mobster in his signature black suit, sleeves rolled up past tattooed forearms, carrying your books as he follows you around the quiet bookstore, listening to you ramble on about your most anticipated series. The mere thought is like a shot of vanilla whiskey straight in your veins, warm and heady, making your heart race. Your resistance falls and crumbles the more you picture the two of you surrounded by books.

And when you meet his eyes, he knows he has you. He’s going to spoil you one way or the other.

The bookstore is a converted music store. Some of the old art work is still displayed on the walls. The framed album covers emphasize the laid-back aesthetic. Large windows covered in quotes block most of the summer sun, leaving the warm overhead lights to cast a dim warm glow over the rows of packed shelves. The unmistakable smell of books drifts through the air. Oversized plush chairs paired with small tables are scattered throughout the space. The only other people in here are a couple of employees sitting at the checkout desk.

He’s a few steps behind you. Looking even better than you fantasized. Jacket discarded on a table near the entrance. Books piled on one arm, his tattooed biceps bulging under the growing weight. One book turned into two turned into the towering stack he’s carting around.

At first, you thought he was only asking about your books to be polite. But the longer you talk, the more interested he becomes and the more you realize he genuinely cares.

He wants to know everything. Why you picked out that particular book? I love this author. Why you’re reading this series. This was recommended to me and the first book ended on cliffhanger. I’ve been dying to know what happens next. Why you prefer this genre over that one? I guess I love reading about love.

That gave him pause, and he stores that little detail away for later.

He decides he’s going to get copies of every book you picked out and read them. Bucky has this constant need to know more about you and he’ll take every opportunity to gain insight into the things you like.

“What’s your most anticipated read this year?”

“Too many to name Bucky,” you laugh.

“I got time Malyshka.” His free curving under your chin so he could gaze into yours. “Tell me about them.”

He means it. You’ve been in here for hours now and he’s never checked his watch or pulled out his phone. Never get even a hit of being bored.

He’s too busy paying attention to the books you linger on, figuring out your preferences, noticing the way your eyes light up when you spot a special edition. He’s too busy watching you to think about anything else. He’s too busy falling more in love with you.

The more comfortable you get, the bolder your choices are. His brows quirk here and there when you start selecting your more salacious choices.

The teasing is gradual, feels natural, almost as if the two of you have always done this, like this is your hundredth time browsing this bookstore and not the first. His questions are both hilarious and endearing.

Why do you need to read a mafia romance when you have me? So you can read about billionaires, but I can’t spend money on you. I see how it is, Malyshka. You read a lot of smutty things, don’t you? I’m noticing a kinky little pattern here. Want to tell me about it?

No.

Well.

Later. You hissed that, eyes covertly searching the space even though it’s just the two of you on the second floor. He only grinned. You have no idea that you’ve already told him more about your fantasies than you realize.

He lets that go for now. Bucky plans on questioning you again. In private. With a lot less clothes on.

You stop in front of a particular series, already anticipating his response. It’s difficult not give yourself away, willing your lips not to move. His brows raise slowly as you pull the alien romance off the shelf. The cover is, well, it’s something, it couldnt be mistaken for anything other than a smutty alien romance. Choices were made. It’s not like you’re going to read this in public.

You stare at him staring down at it and you place it on the stack.

His gaze lifts and he drags it down your frame and back up, an unreadable expression in his deep blues. You shrug, lips slipping between to hide a chagrined smile. Heat fanning across your face.

“Malyshka is there something you want to tell me?” He takes a step closer. “Anything I should know—” His tongue sweeps across his bottom lip. “—about this particular fantasy?”

“No. I only got that because—,” you start when he takes another languid, deliberate glance over the cover. “Wait. Let me explain. And besides you’re not supposed to judge a book by its cover.” You do but that's not the point.

“Oh I need to hear this,” he laughs, peering down at you. “And for the record, I’m judging you and this book.”

You could pick the wildest book in the place and he wouldn't judge. Tease yes. Of course, he's obligated as your man to do so.

If anyone else said that you would have been offended, Bucky would have been offended.

But there’s something about the way he says it with the right balance of endearing amusement and playfulness that the thought never crosses your mind. You lean into your instincts and decide to play his game.

“You know what. Forget it,” you sniff, letting your face drop, arms folding across your chest and you turn away. If you know him as well as you think you, you have two seconds before you feel his body heat on your back. "Maybe you don't deserve to know how the alien mating ritual."

Not even a second later, he immediately follows you with a murmured please tell me kissed softly below your ear.

You do. Although the explanation for the book isn’t any better than the cover when you get to the vibrating 'additions' the aliens possess.

Bucky teases you throughout. All lighthearted. Never demeaning. Done in a way that leaves no room for embarrassment, not when he has you laughing in the middle of the monster romance section.

You love how comfortable he makes you feel, how it easy it is with him. You can share these parts of you and know that while he may play and tease and question, but he’s never going to make you feel bad for whatever you read. And he’s intrigued. Even if he won’t admit it aloud.

“So let me get this straight. This alien spur thing happens to fit right next on her cli—” he cuts off with a chuckle when you elbow him right in his middle of his firm six-pack.

“Yes. It does. And before you ask, she enjoys every second of it.”

By the time you get to the end of the aisle, the conversation tapers off when you get distracted by a set of books with sprayed edges. It takes a minute to find the first in the series, you pick it up and flip it open to the first page, the book heavy in your hands.

The first paragraph is all you need to make up your mind. When you turn to add it to your pile, you find Bucky gazing at you with this indescribably tender expression in his eyes.

“You don’t know what you’re doing to me, do you?”

“What?”Your mouth goes dry and every inch of you becomes aware of how close he is. But not close enough.

Bucky doesn’t answer, instead, he takes the book from your grasp and sets everything down on one of the tables.

His footsteps are quiet on the carpet. He keeps going until you’re backed into the shelves. His hands cup your face. “No idea.”

The words barely leave his lips before they’re on yours. The kiss starts off sweet and slow. You breathe him in, hands gripping his waist. His tongue slips between your lips and the taste of you awakens him. His lips meld to yours. The kiss becomes more. Possessive and deep. Needy. You feel his groan and it makes you shiver. One hand slips down to your ass, and he pulls you closer. He can’t get enough. He wants more. Needs more. God, you make him greedy. Bucky’s going to take everything and give you even more.

He breaks away, his lips hovering above yours, forehead pressed to yours. His cologne lingers on you, warm and fresh. “This looks good on you.”

It takes a second for your brain to catch up, still stuck on the way your lips ache from his touch. “What does?

“Being spoiled and happy. It looks so fucking good on you Malyshka. Makes you even more stunning. You have no idea,” he murmurs softly, chaining kisses down your throat, your pulse pounding under his touch. “No idea that I’d know I’d do anything to keep you looking like this.”

He steps away, leaving you breathless and needy, holding the shelves of the fantasy section for support. Runs a hand through his hair, adjusts his erection and picks up your books. Debates kissing you again. Decides to wait until your in the car, he knew he got the windows tinted for a reason.

Grins at your flustered expression and winks.

“This is just the start.”

How do we feel about these two and reenacting one your favorite books 👀

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Bright Ideas: How Supermarket Lighting Transforms Shopping Experiences and Boosts Sales

Supermarket lighting is more than just a functional necessity—it’s a strategic tool that can significantly enhance customer experiences and drive sales. The right lighting setup can influence shopping behavior, improve product visibility, and create an inviting atmosphere that encourages customers to stay longer and spend more. Studies show that well-designed lighting can highlight fresh produce, make aisles feel more spacious, and even evoke positive emotions, all of which contribute to increased sales.

Energy-efficient solutions like LED lighting not only reduce operational costs but also provide superior brightness and color rendering, making products look more appealing. For example, warm lighting in bakery sections can make bread and pastries look fresher, while cooler tones in dairy sections can emphasize cleanliness and freshness.

Moreover, smart lighting systems with motion sensors and IoT integration can further optimize energy usage and create dynamic lighting experiences tailored to different times of the day. By investing in the right supermarket lighting, retailers can improve customer satisfaction, enhance safety, and achieve a competitive edge in the market.

This guide explores the science behind lighting psychology, the latest trends in supermarket lighting, and actionable tips to create a lighting strategy that maximizes both customer satisfaction and profitability. Discover how the right lighting can illuminate your path to retail success.