Phantom Lighting System

Phantom Lighting Systems, a Houston Texas based lighting manufacturer is pleased to announce the addition of our new mobile website.

Phantom Lighting Mobi was launched July 26, 2008 and now lighting consultants, architects, lighting agents, distributors and consumers can now access information on their cell phone in a user friendly format designed specifically for hand held devices. Of course, those of you that prefer accessing the world wide web on your computer can still do so by visiting http://www.phantomlighting.com/. Both websites offer a plethora of information regarding fine art lighting projectors and low voltage linear strip lighting.

Mobi is a top-level domain approved by ICANN and managed by the mTLD global registry dedicated to delivering the Internet to mobile devices via the Mobile Web. The ".mobi" extension is the brainchild of dotMobi, an Ireland-based joint venture of giants including Google, Microsoft, Vodafone, Samsung, Ericsson and Nokia.

With over 200,00 mobi sites currently active, people everywhere have access to the Internet through mobile devices. It is estimated that 1.3 billion people connect to the Internet through a variety of mobile devices.

Why do we need .mobi websites?

It's simple. All mobi sites must be designed, optimized and coded for viewing on a cell phone, PDA, Blackberry or iPhone like http://www.phantomlighting.mobi/. Traditional websites, which operate on a PC or Mac may contain graphics, files or formatting that does not display correctly on a mobile phone. The mobi format allows text, images and forms to view properly on smaller screens with reasonable load times and efficiency.

Can I find Phantom fine art lighting projectors information on your .mobi site?
Yes, we have all of our contour projectors posted on the new mobile website. Can you imagine the ability to shape light itself at will and utilize its power to enhance and magnify key elements of the world’s finest artwork? With such a power you could illuminate the world’s masterpieces and bring to the forefront all of the major themes that make art supremely unique and timeless. Phantom Contour art projectors will give you this power, allowing you to be an artist in your own right as you showcase your collection’s finest elements with the most sophisticated effects found anywhere in the lighting industry. Art projectors by Phantom Lighting utilize technology found in no other art projector to create an experience where light and art become one.

Will I also find cut sheets for Phantom linear low voltage lighting strips?

Yes, we have the information you need at the touch of a button or by using our mobile contact us form to request leterature right from your hand held device.

Phantom linear light strips feature flexibility in installation and deliver high performance, seamless, lighting. Phantom’s patented technology conducts electrical power along metal shelf standards and eliminates the need for wiring. Our linear strip lighting technology is the only one of its kind in the world and offers a perfectly controlled, concealed source of lighting. Available in a wide range of trim options and custom cut in our Houston factory to exact mounting specifications, Phantom linear strip lighting brings energy efficient illumination to coves, displays, bookshelves, cabinets, and even antique furniture! All Phantom linear lighting strips feature solid metal trim with glare shields that optimize them for either vertical or horizontal applications. Trims come in multiple shapes as well, allowing for custom installation and lighting requirements above eye level. Each of our six series is manufactured with specific environments, lighting levels, and lighting effects in mind.

Our lighting manufacturing facility is located in Houston, Texas with professional lighting sales agents located throughout the United States that enable us to service all of Canada, Mexico, Central America, South America and the United States including Washington DC, Nashville Tennessee, Reno Nevada. Portland Oregon, Oklahoma City Oklahoma, Tucson Arizona, Los Angeles California, Atlanta Georgia, and Palm Springs California.

We invite you to call toll free 800-863-1184 to request literature online or visit our lighting blog to learn more about Phantom custom low voltage lighting products.

Are you looking for some complimentary tickets to the exhibition hall at LIGHTFAIR INTERNATIONAL 2008 in Las Vegas?

Phantom Lighting, a Texas art lighting manufacturer would like to invite you to be our guest this year and visit us at our booth #121 late May 2008.

LIGHTFAIR INTERNATIONAL 2008 will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV during the following dates:

LIGHTFAIR Daylighting Institute:

Monday, May 26 - Tuesday, May 27, 2008

LIGHTFAIR Institute:

Monday, May 26 - Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Trade Show and Conference:

Wednesday, May 28 - Friday, May 30, 2008

Please contact us to request your complimetary tickets. This is a limited time offer with a $60.00 value. We have a limited quantity to share with our customers. Call today!

Follow this link for a floor plan of the Las Vegas Convention Center and directions to the Phantom Lighting Booth.

LIGHTFAIR INTERNATIONAL is open to Industry Professionals and is geared toward Architects, Consultants, Electrical Contractors, General Contractors, Lighting Distributors, Electrical Distributors, Educators, Electrical Engineers, Engineers, Facility Managers/Owners, Government Employees, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Architectural Lighting Designers, Theatrical Lighting Designers, Lighting Retailers, Manufacturers, Representatives, Retail End-Users, Students, Utility Professionals, Visual Merchandisers and more. Accordingly, all registrants are required to provide appropriate demographic information as part of the Registration Process.

Phantom Lighting is a pioneer, Houston-based art lighting company and low voltage lighting manufacturer established in 1981 to service the lighting and design community. Phantom Contour Projector and Phantom strip lights feature lighting technology that is completely unique, 100% proprietary, and found nowhere else in the world of lighting. Phantom’s revolutionary approach to decorative picture lighting and low voltage display, shelf, and under cabinet lighting has taken it from humble origins to the level of an international leader in lighting manufacturing on two continents.

Are you are interested in becoming a Lighting Representative in your area? Let's talk in Las Vegas.

My builder is suggesting that I use rope lighting in a large dining room cove. I am concerned that the light output will not be adequate to fill the entire ceiling. What assistance can you provide me on building the cove and the light source?

Rope lighting is a very effective way to illuminate small to medium sized coves. It's fairly inexpensive and for the most part does a very good job. However, for large coves in big rooms it is not what you need.

PHANTOM COVE LIGHTING STRIPS are commercial grade lighting strips that work well in both residential and commercial applications. They are available with LED energy saving lights, Xenon and Incandescent lamps up to 10 watts. Typical lamp spacing is 4" on center, so that can give you up to 30 watts per linear foot. Compare that to light rope at 5 watts a foot and you can easily see why Phantom cove lighting strips are much more high performance for large rooms. Phantom cove lights can also be field cut to fit radius coves.

One of the major mistakes that most builders make is fabricating the cove too small. This prevents the light from spreading out into the center of the room and creates hot spots from the lamps. Nothing looks worse than being able to count the number of LED light bulbs in the cove. A cove should resemble the size of a common rain gutter. Roughly 4" out from the wall and 4" down from the ceiling, and 2" deep are the minimum dimensions. The farther out from the wall and down from the ceiling the better the light distribution. If the cove is too deep it will create a shadow and prevent the light from spreading. By installing blocks and shimming the light up or down during the cove or cabinet lighting installation, you can fine tune it to perfection. Make sure the cove is continuous and not full of supports that would be in the way of the Phantom light fixtures.

Another common mistake that interior designer's and home owner's make for rooms with lighted coves is using a lacquer finish or reflective wallpaper on the ceiling. The results are disastrous! Always use a matte finish paint or non reflective material when selecting your finishes.

Cove lighting should not be used as the only light source in the room. Other lights in the room should be placed on separate dimmer switches creating a layered approach. Since the cove light is indirect, it is more of an LED accent lighting source than a general lighting source. Properly designed cove lighting can be a wonderful addition to any room or living space. It accents architecture, hand painted ceilings and provides a soft indirect light source.

Thank you for contacting Phantom Lighting System with your questions. We are here to help. Please contact us toll free at 800-863-1184 or visit our lighting blog or mobile website at for specification sheets, installation instructions, and general information.

Our lighting manufacturing plant is located in Houston, Texas with professional lighting sales agents positioned throughout the United States that enable us to service all 50 states including Washington DC, Nashville Tennessee, Las Vegas Nevada. Portland Oregon, Oklahoma City Oklahoma, Tucson Arizona, Long Beach California, Atlanta Georgia, and Los Angeles California.