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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

How to Decorate Your Front Porch for Every Season

February 7, 2024

20 Beautiful Front Porch Pictures to Inspire Your Seasonal Project Your front porch is the perfect place for a seasonal refresh when you get the itch to redecorate! With some classic furniture and lighting and a few simple decor swaps, you’ll have a front porch that’ll make you want to celebrate every season. Spring The earth feels brand new . . .

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· 2023, Decor & Home Accents, Holiday, How to, Outdoor, Outdoor Lights, Styles and Trends

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

How to Use Patterns and Textures in Every Room of Your Home to Personalize Your Space

December 13, 2023

Interior design trends seem to cycle back and forth every five to ten years. And right on cue, after a long stretch of neutral minimalism, maxalimist living has taken designers and influencers by storm! The rise of maximalist design doesn’t mean you have to redo your entire home. But it gives you an excellent opportunity to touch up your . . .

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· 2023, Bathroom Lights, Ceiling Lights, Lamps, LED Lights, Styles & Trends, Styles and Trends, Wall Lights

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

How to Safely Replace A Ceiling Light

August 1, 2023

Ceiling lights are a must-have feature in any room. Whether you don’t like the previous homeowner’s taste or you’re just ready for an update, ceiling lights can revitalize your home space. It may be even easier than you think--just follow these steps to safely switch out those old light fixtures for a new look. What you’ll need: Screwdriver . . .

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· 2023, Buying Guides, Ceiling Lights, Styles and Trends, Wellness & Safety

Kitchen Light Fixtures 101

July 25, 2023

Whether you’re building or renovating, understanding your lighting options and making smart choices will completely transform the way your kitchen looks and feels. Keep in mind - your kitchen will look best with multiple types of lighting! One light overhead just won’t do the room justice - and it probably won’t give off enough light to cook . . .

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· 2023, Accent Lighting, Ceiling Fans, Ceiling Lights, Chandeliers, Kitchen Lighting, Lighting Types, Recessed Lighting, Styles & Trends, Styles and Trends

7 Things You Should Know About Organic Modern Interior Design

July 11, 2023

Organic Modern - also called contemporary rustic or transitional rustic - is an interior design style that’s become very popular in the last year as people have fallen in and out of love with sleek minimalist and farmhouse chic interiors. Organic Modern interior design is a natural next step - it incorporates the best of the minimalist design . . .

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Design Trend Inspo: 70s Retro Lighting

May 2, 2023

The bold prints, color pops, and unique shapes of the 70s are here again, and we can’t get enough! Modern takes on 70s design may be a little less harsh, but they still have plenty of the iconic warm colors, funky fixtures, and unexpected choices. If you’re looking for fun ways to inject a little bit of personality into your home’s design, look no . . .

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· 2022, Styles & Trends, Styles and Trends

5 Easy Steps to Create a Modern Minimalist Interior

April 18, 2023

With an intentional lack of furniture and decorations, minimalist design can sometimes come off as cold and uncomfortable. Over the past few years, as we’ve spent more time in our homes than ever before, the need for comfort in a home design has been made crystal clear. Today’s modern minimalism prioritizes simplicity with a decluttered and . . .

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· 2022, Decor & Home Accents, Life & Style, Styles & Trends, Styles and Trends

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