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4 Landscape Lighting Updates That Go A Long Way

During my evening walk around my neighborhood each night, I’m always struck by what a big difference there is between houses lit by merely...

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How To Choose A Ceiling Fan – Size, Blades & Airflow

With so many variables and options, choosing the perfect ceiling fan and picking the right size can be a bit daunting. We’ve compiled some expert advice that...

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The Benefits of Outdoor Lighting…and How to Maximize Them

Whether you own a single-family home, townhouse or condominium, you should give outdoor lighting the same consideration as your indoor lighting. After all, exterior lighting has...

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5 Things to Consider When Planning Functional Lighting in Your Home

It might seem simple to choose a decorative pendant that you love, or a table lamp that “goes with” the rest of your space....

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5 Ways Lighting Can Update Your Space

Have you ever gotten stuck in a major design rut? Whether you’re an interior decorating junkie, or don’t know the first thing about home...

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Lighting Tips for Every Room

When it comes to lighting your home, there’s no such thing as “one light fits all.” Each room is its own ecosystem and plays...

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How to Refresh Your Space with Plug-In Lighting

Whether you’re looking to maximize your living space or create a customizable lighting setup, plug-in fixtures can be a helpful solution. For those that...

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How to Light a Small Bathroom

The lighting in any bathroom is important. However, in a small bathroom, the darker it is, the smaller it feels. No matter its size,...

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Make the Season Bright: Winter Lighting Ideas

Waning daylight hours and falling temperatures have many of us wishing for a long winter’s nap this time of year. But since we can’t...

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How to Light a Guest Suite to Give it a Hotel Feel

With the festive season just around the corner, many of us will have plans for family and friends to stay with us over the...

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How to Choose the Right Chandelier for Your Dining Room

When it comes to choosing a chandelier for a dining room, you will find that there are a few more unique considerations than when...

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Track Lighting Installation Tips

If you’re shopping for track lighting, it’s easy to find yourself confused or even a bit overwhelmed by all of the options. But a...

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6 Considerations When Choosing a Modern Chandelier

One of the most defining accents of a dining room is the chandelier. It’s all that glitters, the mood setter of the room, and...

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LED Terms You Need to Know

LED lighting used to be considered for commercial use primarily. But, as the technology has advanced, it has quickly become more popular in residential...

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9 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Outdoor Lighting

Like many of us, you’ve probably invested a whole lot into the design of that beautiful home of yours. During the day, it looks...

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