ReStore ? I think track lighting is not very expensive....Home Depot might be your best bet. Or perhaps he can get a good deal online from lighting wholesalers since it's for a business.

Thanks Joanie, I figured I'd check at HD and Lowes. I did do some on-line looking, but I think I'll need some help with that as there are a lot of pieces and parts you need to know about to get it to work, and esp with the dropped ceiling...

I think I'll need some help with that as there are a lot of pieces and parts you need to know about to get it to work, and esp with the dropped ceiling

Which is why I'd go to a lighting store like this one (there must be one in your area):

Here is a link that might be useful: Universal Electric Supply

Gosh when I got rid of my store, I practically had to give all my good track lighting away. I used Halo track lighting for the store, however, Juno is a good brand also. You won't find this at the big box stores.

It is available through electrical suppliers.

Annie, There's a lighting store on CT Avenue. It's near Mr. Shower Door, in the vicinity of Home Depot - opposite side of street. I can't think of the name of the store but they are very helpful and knowledgeable.

Annie, this is very exciting. And ,you will be assisting with the decorating. What area is the gallery in?

Sjhockeyfan, thank you for the link. I'm sure there are lighting stores around that are more full service. I've only ever worked with those geared toward residential so far.

Beverly, yeah, that's why I was hoping to find a place like craigslist for commercial guys...I'm sure used stuff is out there for cheap, but it's a matter of connecting the buyers with the sellers.

zen4d, are you thinking of post rd electric supply? I'm thinking since he's outside of Ffld county, he would probably do better in his area...everything in ffld county is marked up vs. the rest of the state.

ellendi, he's up close to hartford. I'm looking forward to it...should be a lot of fun. Only thing is he has very specific tastes, and a limited budget, but I'll do what I can to help. Of course, for me, decorating on a budget and treasure hunting makes it all the more fun.

I assume you already did this, but here's a search for track lighting on the Hartford craigslist. The first one looks promising.

Here is a link that might be useful: Track lighting

Thanks, graywings! I will definitely keep an eye out for him on craigslist. At this point, I'm not sure how much he'll need. We really need to get together and do a floor plan first, but it's hard with me being laid up with my broken ankle and all...so frustrating!