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Wall Washer غاسل الجدار

A fitting that spreads light softly across an entire wall.

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Wall Grazer الإنارة الملامسة
A fitting placed very close to the wall to bring out texture and relief.
Up-light إنارة صاعدة
Light aimed from below upwards, common for trees and columns.
Bollard البولارد
A short lighting post for pathways and gardens.
Spike Light كشاف الغرس
A floodlight staked into the soil that can be moved and re-aimed.
Light Pollution التلوث الضوئي
Excess or misdirected light that disturbs neighbours and hides the sky.

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