How to Achieve Better Garage Lighting

Adding fluorescent lighting to your garage is an easy way to increase the lighting in the space. Four foot long bulbs are easier to work with than the eight foot long options. This is a good option in temperate climates or insulated garages, but it is important to note that not all fluorescent bulbs work in cold temperatures. In order to install the bulbs you will need a cordless drill and a wire stripper. This project should be a fairly straightforward DIY project.

Key Takeaways:

Some required tools that one would need for this garage light fixtures project are a cordless drill, a non-contact voltage tester, and wire stripper or cutter.
The author recommends using 4 ft fluorescent bulbs for fixing up the garage light because 8 ft bulbs are difficult to handle.
Since it is an established fact that not all fluorescent lights work in cold weather, you should select your fluorescent light based on the garage’s lowest temperature.

“To efficiently light up a two-car garage, remove the bare-bulb porcelain fixtures (remember to turn off the power first) and replace each with an 8-ft. fluorescent fixture.”