Add an instant dash of style to your existing décor - simply by changing the lamp shades on your table lamps, floor lamps, chandeliers or fixtures! Our simple guide takes you through the steps to picking the style, fabric and color that's right for you. [...]
A chain hung chandelier light can be both stylish and functional. The long chain where the light is suspended from can easily be shortened by removing the excess chain links depending on your preference and needs. Here is the process on how to install [...]
Now that summer is here, a lot of people are considering home improvement projects, but you don't have to tear down walls or rearrange the furniture to make a statement. In most cases, reworking the lighting is all it will take to transform a room [...]
What's the fuss? You walk into a room; flip a switch. Light. You walk out; flip. Dark. Sure, it works, but you are missing the big picture. Lighting isn't just there to make sure you don't trip over the roller blades in the middle of [...]
Upgrading lighting is one of the easiest ways to instantly update your home decor. And the most effortless way to change your lighting is by using table lamps. All you need to do is put a plug in an outlet and, voila, instant ambiance. Joe [...]
Landscape lighting used to be simple. A few recessed cans lining the front path, a couple downlights tucked in the trees, and you were done. Not anymore. When it comes to the great outdoors, homeowners have seen the light. "Today, people aren't just lighting up [...]
First impressions are everything, and outdoor lighting is a great way to add curb appeal to your home. The entry, porch, pathways and garage are all places where lighting can make a difference. From attractive outdoor ceiling fixtures to low voltage path lights, a variety [...]
Today’s kitchens are more than just places to prepare meals. In addition to its primary food function, this room ranks as the heart of the home and center of family activity. “The kitchen has become the hub of the house,” says Barry Levett, owner and [...]
When lighting a bedroom, you will want to create an overall atmosphere of quiet relaxation, while providing some bright spots for reading and other activities. A combination of general and task lighting that takes into account the age and lifestyle of the occupant(s) is needed. [...]
Dining room lighting should be both beautiful and functional. This requires a mix of general, task, and accent lighting that can set the mood for a number of functions, including a formal dinner, a family get-together, and other activities such as homework, hobbies, or family [...]
