Lighting

Is your shoe closet too dark to find a matching pair of sneakers? A simple pull-chain light solves lighting problems in small dark rooms. This informational guide helps a homeowner understand how to install a pull chain light in a dark closet.

This article will explain the different types of lighting, including ambient, task, natural and accent. You will learn how to use particular light fixtures effectively to create common types of interior lighting.

The Wixann 9W Smart LED Bulb is a Wi-Fi light that can change colors, is dimmable, and can be controlled via the Smart Life app or voice with Alexa and Google Assistant. This review will cover my thoughts on trying out this product.

Installing outdoor lighting heightens safety, improves your outdoor experience with family and friends, and makes your home more attractive. Follow these tips to effectively illuminate your flawless landscape.

Has it ever occurred to you that interior lighting can affect the décor colours you choose for your interior design scheme? From your furniture to your finishes, don’t be surprised if the colour you thought was red turns out to appear burgundy under the effect of different indoor lights.

Why does lighting design play a major role in interior design, and why is a lighting plan an important part of an interior designer’s proposal? Find out why lights and lighting are important, and how they are integral parts of any interior design concept.

These trendy hanging light fixtures add personality and style to any room in your house. We'll show you how to use pendant lights to focus illumination exactly where you want it.

How much do LED lights save per year? Today, LED lightbulbs pay for themselves after only months. I compare LED with incandescent, CFL, and Halogen floodlights.

Replacing fluorescent bulbs with LED tube lights will save you money, give you better light, and reduce environmental harm. Here are step-by-step instructions.

This article will provide detailed instructions on retrofitting existing fluorescent tubes to LED lamps. Benefit from energy savings, cold weather operation, and long life by changing out your 4-foot fluorescent tubes to LEDs.

This article discusses LEDs, their advantages, and where you might use them in your home or office.

Traditional marine oil lamps are an essential for any boat or any nautically themed room. They are also incredibly functional in the event of a power outage or other emergency situation.

Check out these tips for making a twig chandelier. Videos, photos, and information on best natural materials are included.

Learn the main differences between LED, fluorescent, and halogen incandescent lights?

The incandescent light bulb is still widely available and actually more efficient these days. Learn how to read the box to understand energy use, efficiency, lumens, and watts.

Step-by-step directions for making your own stylish, re-purposed mason jar lights. Use them individually as pendants, or combine them to make a chandelier as demonstrated here. C'mon, you know you want to!

Do you know what the disadvantages are to using fluorescent bulbs in your home? When considering the debate of incandescent vs CFL, it's best to learn about both sides of the issue.

A guide to different lighting types in the home and their pros and cons. Covering incandescent, halogen, fluorescent, CFL, sodium, metal halide and LED.

Suggestions on uses of rope lighting as well as directions for installing rope lights.

Tips and detailed instructions on how to replace a ceiling light in your home. An easy task if you know what you're doing.

Tips and detailed instructions on how to install a motion sensor light outdoors with lots of photos.

These tips will guarantee your low-voltage lighting installation goes well and remains sound for years to come.

To make your outdoor patio an enjoyable space, design its lighting around your furniture style, recreation needs, and other tips from my guide.

Making your own pendant light fixture isn't nearly as hard as you might think. Learn how to make them with directions for a variety of materials and tons of inspiration for designing your own DIY pendant light.

When shopping for energy-saving lighting, it is most important to understand the difference between halogen and incandescent light bulbs.

CFL bulbs became more and more popular as the price per unit came down. When one takes into account the life span of a CFL (9–10 years), that supposedly beats the price of an incandescent over time. I conducted a personal experiment to see the difference for myself.

Learn how to remove an old light fixture and install and wire a new one from an electrician that has installed thousands of fixtures.

Why do you need to fix an emergency light? Can’t it wait? Is it really that important? Yes, yes it is.

Learn how to choose the best and most energy-efficient light bulbs for garages, home offices, bedrooms, and basements.

Learn about the best energy-efficient light bulbs to use for each room in your home.

How do people put up Christmas lights? Why do other people's lights seem to look so much better? Does everyone put huge nails and holes in their walls? Are there other methods? Here's a comprehensive guide on how to hang those pesky (but beautiful) lights.