What Types of LED Lighting Supply Fixtures Are Best to Use in a Quonset Hut?

Depending on the height of the structure, a good option for anything under 20 feet high is low bay lights. Above 20 feet, think of LED UFO Lights.

UFOs are great rugged commercial lighting fixtures that are ideal for lighting these types of structures.

If you're using your Quonset hut as a work shop, then you would want to err on the side of adding more brightness in the space. Putting LED high bays as the main fixture would be a good choice.

Most of the lights we sell are dimmable. So if dimming is important, ask us and we will point you in the right direction.

What are the Benefits of Using LED Lighting Supply Fixtures in a Quonset Hut?

• Long Life: Our LED quonset lights offer years of maintenance-free life without bulb or ballast changes reducing or eliminating maintenance costs.
• Energy Efficiency: With our LED lighting fixtures, you can expect energy savings to reduce your lighting bills by 50% to 75% with lower energy consumption versus traditional lighting technologies.
• Instant On: Our lights turn on and off instantly, even in cold weather.
• Controls Ready: Using alongside dimming LED drivers, you can add motion sensors to detect movement. Motion sensors can be set up to turn off or dim when the area is void of movement or activity.
• Quick Pay Back / ROI: Our lights produce energy savings and will create a short ROI. And the higher the utility cost per kWh, the faster the payback.
• Safer Areas: Our LED Lights are reliable, and produce high-quality lighting for a long period versus metal halide and fluorescent lighting. It keeps the areas lit by LED safer and well-lit.
• Easy to install: There is nothing difficult about installing and wiring our high bay lights for either new installations or replacing old high bays. All instructions are included.

How Many Foot Candles Do You Need in a Quonset Hut?

Depending on the task these are our recommendations

• Storage & Warehousing: 10-20 fc
• General Work Areas: 20-30 fc
• Workshops: 50-75 fc
• Precision Work: 75-100 fc
• Office or Administrative Areas: 30-50 fc
• Agricultural Use: 20-40 fc

LED Lighting Supply Lights Installed in a Quonset

LED Quonset Hut Lighting FAQs

What are the Best Steps to Properly Light a Quonset Hut?

We recommend you start with a lighting plan. We have done thousands of lighting plans for commercial buildings, including pole barns and Quonset structures. We do these for free.

Tell us the size of the building including height, mounting height, and how bright you want it. We will send you a lighting plan that meets your needs. And we will make sure the light is balanced and even.

What is the Best Color Temperature to Use in a Quonset?

Our best advice is to choose 5000K or 4000K. Most people like the look of 5000K, but for those who want it a little ‘warmer’ then 4000K is a good option. Many of our lights are color-adjustable, which means you can select the color temperature you want even after installation.

Will Cold Temperatures Affect LED Lighting Inside a Quonset?

Not at all. As long as the Quonset stays above -30F, you shouldn’t have any issues. Unlike fluorescent lighting which takes a long time to power up on cold days, LED Lights will be full power the moment you turn them on.

Do You Have LED Lights with Motion Sensors?

Yes, many of our fixtures support motion sensors. If this is something you want, let us know and we can help you select the right light that includes motion sensors.

Is Installing LED Lights in a Quonset Hard?

Not at all. These lights are easy to install. If you are replacing your existing lights, it’s even easier. Just follow the instructions provided and you will end up with years of high-quality, trouble-free lighting.

Things to Look For During LED Light Installation in a Quonset

If you’re hanging lights above trusses, the truss can block light. This will cause shadows. So if you can, make sure the light is mounted below the trusses so light can be evenly distributed.