Start
your serious thinking about lighting at least six weeks
before delivery.
Look
at lighting in other homes including display
homes.
Think
about:
* The style & colour that will suit decor and house
type
* The size of each room
* The function of each room
* The height of ceilings
Look
at the range of available lighting by visiting lighting
shops.
Bring
in a house plan and spend time with a consultant.
This stage can take up to two hours so it may be an idea
to telephone for an appointment. (A good lighting consultant
will help you reach a decision by asking you lots of questions
without deciding for you.)
Get
a quotation. Beware of cheap substitutes, insist on quality
and back-up.
If
you have the time to obtain a number of quotes, take your
best quote to the retailer with the largest range. (Lighting
Bonanza of course!)
Pay
a deposit to show that you're serious, and give the retailer
up to four weeks if you are ordering special lighting.
