In
the past two years, uplighting in weddings have grown in popularity.
But, not all couples will consider getting uplights because it can
really get expensive. The wedding is expensive as it is. But for those
with an extra budget, getting uplights can dramatically change the
appearance, ambiance and mood of the wedding venue.
In
Tampa FL, if you decide to get some uplights, you should be prepared to
pay for the additional electricity cost, the special lighting company
and the hours of preparation to get the lights done. Uplighting used to
be only for the wealthy, but with the recent technology in LED lighting,
it has become more affordable for everyone.
Traditional Incandescent Uplights
One
of the most basic wedding uplights is the traditional incandescent
uplights. These are very commonly used in weddings. The fixtures use a
white high wattage halogen bulb. And then a colored filter called gel
that is put in front of the bulb to change the color of the light
emitted.
Using traditional
incandescent uplighting has its ups and downs. Among the other types of
uplights, this one is the most affordable. With the right planning, your
wedding can achieve awesome lighting despite a limited budget.
On
the other hand, you must be prepared to pay more for the electricity
consumption. A traditional incandescent uplight fixture uses a 300-watt
bulb. Other fixtures may require a 500-watt bulb. Not only will there be
more electricity consumption, but there’s a risk of blowing the fuse
due to the heavy electrical load. When this happens, your wedding venue
will black out for at least 20 minutes or so. That means no music, no
lights, no air-conditioning and etc.
Another
possible issue with this type of uplighting is the presence of
extension cords, wires and tape. Traditional incandescent uplights need
to be plugged, which lessens the possibilities of placing the lights all
over the room. Lighting designs will be limited.
While
there are risks in using this type of uplight, you should also consider
the ease of setting up. Traditional incandescent uplighting is the
easiest to install. There will be reduced costs and less preparation
time.
Every wedding is different and
it is best that you talk to an event specialist about the right uplights
for the event. Often times, it will depend on the ambiance you’re going
for, the preparation time, the budget and the most suitable one for the
venue.
Diamond Events Inc.
5470 E Busch Blvd Ste 135, Tampa, FL 33617
813-263-0726
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