Ceiling Light Glossary

Energy Star Labels – The Energy Star Program is a joint effort between the US EPA and Department of Energy.  It was created in late 1990 to provide information to consumers regarding their purchases and the energy costs associated with these purchases.

Chandelier – Light fixture that consists of many branches, quite decorative and suspended from the ceiling.

Prisms – The small decorative and beveled glass ornaments that dangle from chandeliers and are designed to catch the light.

Shades – These cover the bulbs to soften the light from floor, table and ceiling lamps

Track Lighting – A series of lights installed on a track that are suspended from the ceiling or attached to a wall and designed to light a specific area.

Pendant Lights – Small lighting fixtures that hang from a ceiling.

Sconce – Wall lights that create soft or background lighting.  Sometimes can be directional – meaning the user can direct the light in any direction.