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How to Buy Flicker-Flame Light Bulbs

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Candlelight is a beautiful but often impractical form of interior or exterior household illumination. Flicker-flame light bulbs mimic the appearance of candlelight without the associated inconveniences and dangers. Previously purchased primarily ... more »

How to change an outdoor light fixture

By Clint R.

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This article will provide helpful steps about how to perform a simple (yet sometimes frustrating) household task: changing an outdoor light fixture. If you are afraid of working with electrical things this will provide you with the confidence... more »

How to Choose a Ceiling Fan

By Hapworth

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You walk into Loewes or Home Depot and look up to rows of fans peering down. There are so many: big ones, small ones, remote control, 4 blades, 5 blades. How do you know how to choose a ceiling fan?.. more »

How to Clean and Inspect Solar Panels

By akchrist

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Maintainence of Solar Panels... more »

How to explain the hidden costs of using electricity and save energy

By omachron

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Your lighting and appliances can use more energy than heating your home! According to the latest information from the US Department of Energy, and other sources, space heating and electricity for appliances and lighting are equal consumers of ... more »

How to Fragrance Your House Using Your Light Bulbs

By Melanierose

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Tired of having to light candles everywhere? Does the automatic air freshener annoy you everything it goes off? Oil burners typically become black over time no? Well I have an idea that can help you over come these issues... more »

How to Get the Most From Your Candles

By Valerie Brooks

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Are you a candle buff who wants some very cool tips on how to be a candle connoisseur? Get the most from candles while keeping you and your home safe... more »

How to have a sexy bedroom

By GabiGabba

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Your bedroom should be a retreat. A good place to rest, relax, and feel good. And there is nothing more inviting than a sexy bedroom. Follow these tips to achieve this mood fast and easy... more »

How to Highlight Your Living Room’s Décor

By jmessina10

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Lighting, when properly place in your living room, can dramatically enhance the décor of the room. Lighting can be used to display artwork, plants, and furniture and just about anything else you wish to display. This how to article will give ... more »

How to Install Low Voltage Lighting

By jmessina10

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Low voltage lighting is a great way to light up the walkway to your house or the driveway to your garage. It can also be used to light up flower beds, patio and just about anything else you can think of. Before purchasing your Low Voltage Light ... more »

How to make your small bathroom have a larger look and feel in a weekend

By acole

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Does your bathroom feel small, cramped, and uncomfortable. With a few tips and tricks you can make it look and feel larger in just one weekend... more »

How to Set up a Yoga Studio at Home

By meemee67

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If you do yoga but can't afford to attend class, doing it at home is just as good. You want to do yoga at least 3 times a week to deepen your practice and keep consistent flexibility and strength. It's great for over all good health. An at home ... more »

How to Use Decorative Lighting in the Home

By Ruby Bayan

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Lighting styles can make a huge impact in the home. There is ambient lighting (background lighting that illuminates the home), task lighting (for specific activities like reading or cooking), accent lighting (highlights special features like ... more »

How to Choose the Right Light Fixtures

By TigressCalliope

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Have you ever walked into a restaurant and immediately relaxed? Maybe you've been to a party that, for some reason, never really took off? Believe it or not, lighting has a major effect on mood--just think how cranky people are in the rain. You ... more »

How to clean up if a CFL (Compact Fluorescent) bulb breakes?

By omachron

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CFLs contain a small amount of mercury which can be harmful or fatal if ingested. Another risk comes from getting cut from glass shards. Research indicates that there is no immediate health risk to you or your family should a bulb break and it's ... more »

How to Create Home Lighting Effects

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Even if you have spent time decorating your home, you might still notice a little something missing—the lighting! Even the best decorated room is incomplete without the proper lighting, and you can use the lighting in a room to create a desired ... more »

How to get a broken light bulb out of the socket w/o getting electrocuted!

By bizzy

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getting a broken light bulb out of the socket without electrocuting yourself!.. more »

How to Give your Kitchen a Modern Vineyard Makeover

By acole

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Is your kitchen decor bland or maybe just out-dated? You need a modern update! Here is one with a vineyard theme... more »

How to Install Track Lighting

By jmessina10

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Track lighting is great for enhancing the visibility of an area in any room. It’s great for the kitchen area if you want light over the counter top or kitchen isle. It’s also great for your living area if you want to highlight a picture hanging ... more »

How to recycle CFL's (compact fluorescent lightbulbs or corkscrew bulbs)

By David Sarokin

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Those funny shaped (usually corkscrew) light bulbs can save a lot of energy and a lot of money. They reduce global warming emissions, and they last for years under most normal use. But what to do when it comes time to toss them out? The CFL ... more »

How to Rewire a Lamp

By seashore

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Sometimes you own a lamp that holds that certain sentimental value, and rather than replace it you want to repair it. Depending on the type of lamp it is most times it is moderately easy to accomplish this. You only need a minimum amount of tools ... more »

How to Wire a Three-Way Dimmer Switch

By Dave Donovan

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Three-way switches can commonly be found at either end of a hallway, near the doors of a very large room with multiple entryways or at the top and bottom of a set of stairs. They allow you the ability to turn the lights on or off from either ... more »

How to Work with technology to make your home spoil you green!

By AV-Executive

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Technology can do much to make your home efficient and you much more comfortable at the same time! This article will introduce you to some real things that you can do to not only make your home green, these things will increase your home's value!.. more »

How to Add Personality to your Lamp Shades

By Dani Fausek

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Without much effort and material, you can spruce up those old plain cloth or paper lampshades and add a bit of flair to any room. Here are a couple of different ways... more »

How to Choose Lighting to Complement Your Home's Decorating Style

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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The array of light fixtures and lamps is staggering. Many times, you're able to get the exact look for your decorating style. Here are some ideas... more »

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