Most collectors spend years choosing the right artwork.
Far fewer spend any time choosing the right lighting.
Yet lighting determines whether a piece looks flat, muted, washed out, or alive.
This is the story of how a collector discovered what Banno Lighting could do – and how proper art lighting completely changed his experience of living with his collection.
Why Most Homes Make the Same Art Lighting Mistake
Our client had been collecting art for years.
He travelled for pieces, researched artists, curated carefully, and displayed everything with pride.
Yet something always felt off.
His favourite painting looked better on the artist’s Instagram than it did on his own wall.
He blamed the frame.
He blamed the wall colour.
He even considered selling the piece.
The real problem was the lighting.
General ceiling lights scatter light everywhere, flattening colour and destroying depth.
Decorative picture lights create glow, not illumination.
And low-quality LEDs distort tones without you realising it.
When he reached out to Banno Lighting, he quickly discovered what most homeowners never realise.
The issue is almost never the art.
It is the light.
High CRI LED Lighting: The Foundation of Accurate Colour
One of the first things we demonstrated was colour rendering.
High CRI (colour rendering index) lighting does not enhance art.
It reveals it.
Under our high-CRI LED fixtures, the collector saw:
soft transitions he had never noticed
hidden blues beneath the blacks
true reds with proper warmth
texture that was completely invisible before
This is why professional art lighting starts with CRI 95+.
Without it, colour accuracy is impossible.
Proper lighting does not change the artwork.
It allows you to finally see it as the artist intended.
Eliminating Glare for a Clean, Gallery-Level Viewing Experience
Glare is one of the most common frustrations at home.
It forces you to move your head just to see the artwork clearly.
Using controlled optics and precision beam shaping, we eliminated every reflection.
No glass glare.
No canvas shine.
No hotspots.
Just clean, unobstructed viewing.
When glare disappears, the art finally appears.
Fixing Uneven Lighting, Halo, and Hotspots on Artwork
Before contacting Banno Lighting, the client assumed halo lighting was normal.
A bright centre.
Fading edges.
An unintended glow around the frame.
These problems come from poor optics and uncontrolled beams.
We matched the beam angle exactly to the artwork’s dimensions and viewing distance.
The result was perfectly even illumination from corner to corner.
No halo.
No falloff.
No uneven brightness.
The wall and the artwork instantly looked more intentional and refined.
Protecting Artwork From UV, Heat, and Light Damage
Most homeowners do not realise that the wrong lighting can silently damage artwork.
Heat
UV
unstable colour output
harsh LEDs
Over time they break down pigments and degrade delicate surfaces.
Our residential fixtures are engineered to eliminate UV entirely and push heat away from the artwork surface.
The client felt immediate relief knowing his pieces were finally protected.
Great lighting should never risk damaging art.
Now, it never will.
Precision Installation: Height, Angle, and Beam Shaping
Art lighting is not about pointing a light at a wall.
It is about shaping the beam with millimetre accuracy.
Height
Distance
Angle
Beam spread
Even a two-degree adjustment can change the emotion of a piece.
Our installation process feels more like a gallery curation than a trade job.
Every fixture is positioned to deliver the exact presentation the artwork deserves.
When we stepped back and showed the client the final result, it felt like he was seeing his home for the first time.
How Proper Lighting Changes the Feeling of Your Entire Home
Once the installation was complete, something powerful happened.
The home felt like a gallery.
Artwork no longer blended into the walls.
Each piece had presence, depth, and clarity.
Shadow play made the room feel warmer and more intentional.
The collector found himself pausing in front of pieces he had ignored for months.
He rediscovered why he bought each artwork in the first place.
Friends noticed too.
They commented not just on the art, but on the atmosphere of the room.
Lighting doesn’t just improve art.
It transforms the home.
The Banno Lighting Consultation Experience
What clients appreciate most is how educational the process is.
We do not just install lights.
We teach you how to see your art.
During a consultation, we explain:
colour accuracy
beam shaping
glare control
visual balance
lighting ratios
and conservation principles
in a way that makes sense, without overwhelming you.
Collectors consistently tell us they feel more informed and more connected to their artwork afterward.
Why Collectors Trust Banno Lighting
Lighting is not optional.
It is not an add-on.
It is part of the artwork.
When your art is lit properly:
colours open up
texture becomes visible
emotion deepens
the room feels curated
and the artwork finally honours the artist’s intention
This is what Banno Lighting delivers.
This is why collectors recommend us.
If you want to see your artwork properly for the first time, book a consultation.
It will change the way you see your entire home.
Home Art Lighting FAQs
Why does my artwork look dull or muted at home
Ceiling lights lack directional control and often have low colour accuracy, which flattens the artwork.
What is the best lighting for artwork in a home environment
High CRI LED fixtures with controlled optics and a warm 2700K to 3500K colour temperature.
Do picture lights work for serious art collections
Most do not. They are decorative and often create glare or uneven lighting.
What colour temperature should I use for artwork
3000K to 3500K is ideal for residential art lighting.
How do I avoid glare on artwork
Use directional beams and aim the light at roughly 30 degrees.
Can the wrong lighting damage my art
Yes. Heat, UV and unstable output can degrade pigments and surfaces.
How far should art lights be from the artwork
Typically 1.5 to 2 metres, depending on ceiling height and beam angle.
Can art lighting be installed without rewiring the home
Yes. Our systems can be installed cleanly with minimal disruption.
Does Banno Lighting offer residential art lighting solutions
Yes. We specialise in high CRI, beam-controlled LED fixtures for home collections.
Why should collectors invest in proper art lighting
Because it protects the artwork, enhances beauty, and dramatically improves the experience of living with art.
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