Lighting Comparisons, Installation & Reviews

Did you know that a "normal" incandescent light bulb only converts about 5% of the electricity used into useful light? There are lots of other lighting options which are much more energy efficient

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

Recent advances in LED bulbs have revolutionize the whole home lighting industry.

Not all tones of white light are made equal. When you upgrade your lighting to LED, make sure you choose the right color of light.

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 LED's

Control and automation technologies can be used to enhance interior spaces by customizing lighting, while also increasing comfort for occupants and saving energy.

With the recent low cost of t8 LED tube lights, replacing fluorescent bulbs with LED will save you money, give you better light, and reduce environmental harm.

With so many choices for alternative lighting solutions, what are the main differences between the main choices you see available between LED, fluorescent, and halogen incandescent lights?

The incandescent light bulb is not a thing of the past--it's just more efficient and features new information on the box.

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

Do you know what fluorescent light problems to look out for? When considering the debate of incandescent vs CFL, it's best to learn about both sides of the issue.

How to install a light fixture as well as how to wire that same light fixture. Written by an electrician that has installed thousands of fixtures.

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

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

How much do led lights save per year? Today, LED light bulbs pay for themselves after only months. I compare LED vs Incandescent, Halogen flood lights vs LED flood lights, and CFL vs LED.

When shopping for lighting, it is most important to understand the light source and the wattage that will be saved. As these are choices important to your wallet, the article explains the factors.