Shop Lights & LED Shop Lights (40 items found)

Illuminate any workspace with the collection of shop lights available at Ace Hardware. Get reliable lighting to complete a variety of tasks with our array of . No matter the size or layout of your space, learn how to use work light fixtures to improve visibility with the following information.  

Light Up Your Workshop with Shop Lights at Ace

Whether you use your shop as a storage hub or work area, you'll need an adequate amount of lighting to complete every task with greater ease. Indoor and outdoor garage lights brighten up what would otherwise be a dim and dull interior, allowing you to work safely and more efficiently. To maximize the lighting in your space with workshop lights, follow our simple garage lighting tips.

Fluorescent vs LED Shop Lights

Every garage or workshop has specific lighting needs. Understanding how different shop light bulbs perform can help you make the right decision for your space. Here are some of the most common bulbs featured in garage lights:

• LED:Short for light-emitting diode, LED bulbs are typically more energy-efficient, longer-lasting and more durable than other types of bulbs. LED garage ceiling lights often consume 90 percent less power than incandescent bulbs. 
• Fluorescent:A versatile type of lighting, fluorescent tubes featured in many types of garage light fixtures are more energy-efficient than halogen and incandescent bulbs and often cheaper than LEDs. This type of lighting is commonly used in commercial spaces. 

Incandescent work lights are another option. They are relatively inexpensive, making them a good option for outfitting your space while saving in the short term. However, incandescent bulbs produce more heat and are less energy efficient than other fluorescent or LED bulbs. 

Layered Lighting with Overhead and Portable Shop Lights

A workshop with an ideal lighting scheme should incorporate the three main types of artificial lighting: task, accent, and ambient lighting. To ensure you have enough lighting to accomplish every task at hand, consider adding overhead lighting such as ceiling-mounted LED shop lights designed to illuminate broader spaces. Then, light up smaller areas with hanging work lights that offer optimum task lighting.

What’s more, for projects that require you to frequently move around from one area of your garage to another, shop our collection of top-performing portable shop lights. Great for the garage, worksite or even the campsite, high quality portable LED shop lights offer maximum versatility to get the job done.

Where Should You Put Lights in Your Garage?

To establish a good workflow, think about the size and layout of your space. Key areas to consider integrating shop lights include:

• Wall spaces where you hang power tools and other garage essentials for overhead illumination.
• The workbench area where you normally complete DIY projects.
• Storage areas where you keep seasonal items or other household necessities for convenient visibility.

If you decide that multiple fluorescent or LED garage lights are necessary based on your layout and how frequently you use your space, make sure your shop lights are installed at equal distances from each other for the best results. Then, add portable standing lights and clamp lights to brighten less frequently used areas as needed.

Find Shop Lights from Top Brands Online  

Get the most out of your garage, shop, or workspace by exploring the variety of garage light fixtures at Ace Hardware. Shop leading brands at Ace, including Metalux, FEIT Electric, Milwaukee, Lithonia Lighting and our in-house brand. Have questions about which workshop lights might best suit your space? Head to your neighborhood Ace and our associates can help you find the right lighting solutions for your needs.