15th June 2007
Lighting quality can make or break a photograph. Proper lighting not only provides the camera with the necessary visibility to capture a photograph, but can be strategically utilized to portray moods and effects representing a sentiment more profound than...
07th June 2007
When shopping for light bulbs online or in a store, understanding some common lighting terminology you will encounter as well as the different types of bulbs that are available is helpful.
First, you will probably notice that there seem to be a millio...
05th June 2007
Lighting accounts for a significant portion of a household’s electricity consumption, and therefore has an enormous impact on the amount of money owed to the electricity provider. Saving money on energy does not require drastic changes, but rather entai...
04th June 2007
Implementing an outdoor lighting scheme serves purposes beyond the functional aspects of illuminating a path for night time navigation and providing a level of security for homeowners. Lighting continues to establish itself as an artistic element that can...
04th June 2007
Homeowners and design savvy builders have come to appreciate the artistic value bestowed by the abundance of lighting fixture styles that can be incorporated to create uniform design schemes throughout homes and businesses. Recessed lighting has been arou...
23rd May 2007
The first ever practical, long lasting incandescent light bulb was developed by Thomas Edison in 1879. While Edison did not invent the concept of the light bulb, he was the first to create a version of the electric light bulb that was safe, practical and ...
17th May 2007
We are constantly discovering more astonishing truths about the environmental repercussions of living wasteful lifestyles. The national perspective regarding waste, recycling and energy use is undergoing a drastic transformation as citizens come to the re...
16th May 2007
Though deciding on a chandelier for your home is largely dependent on your esthetic taste, the proper chandelier sizes are fairly universal. There are of course no limits to a person's creativity, but it is nice to have a basic set of rules as a guidelin...
16th May 2007
With a few updates to home lighting, a house can be brighter and drastically more enjoyable. Once the pendant or main light fixtures, decorative lamps or fixtures have been added, there are just a few more details that can make the difference between dec...
10th May 2007
California has historically been a leader in energy conservation in the United States, with the California Code of Regulations instituting energy efficiency standards with which non-residential and home lighting must comply. With the peak demand for energ...
09th May 2007
The bedroom should be the most comfortable room in the house, after all, the purpose of shelter as a basic human need is to provide a place to sleep and rejuvenate the body and mind. For this reason, home lighting fixtures and arrangements for the bedroo...
09th May 2007
What are pendant lights? Pendant lighting, also known as drop down or suspended lighting, typically consists of a single light that hangs from a higher place, such as a ceiling or porch. It is often held by a chain or cord, giving it the resemblance of ...
09th May 2007
Adding a little light to your bedroom or living area seems like a simple task, and it is, provided that you consider some of the factors affecting which lamp fixture you should buy. Too many home owners and even decorators choose lamp lighting while out ...
08th May 2007
Stained glass is an intricate art form dating back before recorded history. Today, we are quite familiar with the colorful biblical scenes and symbols depicted in stained glass windows incorporated into the aesthetic arrangement of many churches and cathe...
02nd May 2007
The traditional incandescent light bulb is the most familiar and commonly used type of light bulb in the United States. Compared to other lighting options, incandescent bulbs are the least costly to purchase, but the most expensive in application due to h...
