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How Many Light Bulbs Do You Need? Understanding Lumens

March 27, 2024

Are you updating your light bulbs, but not sure how bright you need them? Or how many bulbs your room needs? You’re not alone in the confusion. It can be difficult reading the package in the hardware store and understanding what the bulb will do for your home.  This post will briefly touch on how lumens work and then guide you on how to make . . .

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· 2023, Bulbs, Buying Guides, Informational, Light Bulbs

Top Tips to Lighting Every Room of Your Home

February 21, 2024

Many homeowners fall into the trap of relying on paint and mirrors to lighten up a room. While these are tricks that work, they’re just bandaid fixes that ultimately limit your design options. One of the best ways to make your house a home is to have great lighting in each room. And just as every room has a different function, and they all have . . .

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· 2023, Bathroom Lights, Bedroom Lighting, Buying Guides, Ceilings Lights, Dining Room, General Lighting Tips, Kitchen Lighting, Light Bulbs, Lighting Types, Outdoor Lights, Styles and Trends, Wellness & Safety

Upgrading Your Lighting on a Budget

December 20, 2023

All the Tips, Tricks, and Secrets You Need to Make Your House Shine on a Dime If it’s been a while since you redecorated, your current home decor probably isn’t speaking to you anymore. When you’re short on time, updating the lighting is one of the fastest ways to make your home look, well, brighter. But, when you’re on a budget, replacing . . .

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· 2023, Bulbs, Buying Guides, Ceiling Lights, Lamps, Light Bulbs, Mirrors, Styles and Trends, Wellness & Safety

Home Lighting and Interior Design 101: Top Interior Design Tips From The Lighting Experts

October 25, 2023

Have you ever walked through your home and wondered, “why did my stuff look cuter online/in-store?” If you have, there’s a decent chance the problem is your home lighting. Product images and store displays always have excellent lighting, showing you the best possible version of their decor, paint samples, art, and furniture.  But if you buy that . . .

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· 2023, Accent Lighting, Bathroom Lights, Bedroom Lighting, Buying Guides, General Lighting Tips, Kitchen Lighting, Light Bulbs, Lighting Types, Styles and Trends

Lumens vs Watts: What’s the Difference?

May 9, 2023

Light bulbs have been lighting up our world for over a hundred years, but do we really understand how they work? When you go to the store to buy a replacement bulb, the box labels are filled with numbers and industry terms that can leave you wondering how to know which bulb you actually need. Fortunately, understanding the difference between . . .

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· 2022, Energy, Energy Efficient Lighting, General Lighting Tips, Informational, Light Bulbs, Lighting Types

Smart Lighting 101: 5 Top Tools to Upgrade Your Smart Home

March 14, 2023

Everyone talks about “smart homes,” but what does that really mean? While smart assistants are often the foundation of any smart home, they aren’t truly smart on their own. Smart lighting is another essential element of your smart home. It includes a wide range of electrical products that use software to interface with your smart hub to give you . . .

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· 2023, Bulbs, Buying Guides, LED, LED Lights, Light Bulbs, Smart Lights, Styles & Trends, Styles and Trends

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