Lighting

Chandeliers offer a dramatic lighting statement that can take a room from plain to elegant. A typical 400-pound chandelier is sized for a large foyer or dining room or a small banquet room and...

Mission, or Arts and Crafts, style furniture has been around since 1895 and is experiencing an upsurge in popularity. Classic Mission style is reflected through clean, straight lines and natural...

Brick walls are common in commercial establishments and many residential locations, especially in industrial loft apartments and other vintage structures. Providing electrical power to new...

When making an electric wall sconce, it is generally a good idea to use a kit and replace existing lighting fixtures. If you chose to install new fixtures, either go with battery-operated sconces...

Some people remodeling their homes install chandelier or canopy ceiling fixtures. These go particularly well with cathedral or high-vaulted ceilings. Ceiling canopies are made of a material that's...

Creating an aesthetically pleasing appearance at work and at home is just one way of improving the mood of your surroundings. Lighting is an important factor in this activity. The placement,...

Printer ink cartridges are replaced several times throughout the month in busy offices. Instead of tossing the ink cartridges in the trash they can be recycled. Modern recyclers are finding new...

DON'T GET LEFT IN THE DARK! The article will teach people the importance in thinking about the lighting design before they begin the kitchen remodel or new kitchen project. How to determine if...

A teapot chandelier can provide you with a unique look for a dining room. Prices start at around $400 and can go into the thousands. But with patience, some mail-order components, and your own...

Dual light switches can control a light from either end of a hallway or stairwell. The premise is to have either switch turn a ceiling light on or off regardless of the light switch position. In...

Inatall an outside light for security and safety for you and your family. This will deter potential intruders and light up your driveway, walkway or porch.

A lamp out of rocks?…Am I crazy? Actually, I have been doing this for a few years now and when done correctly, the final product is beautiful and extremely unique.

Lighting displays for the holidays have become popular in the last few years. You can create music controlled lighting displays for Halloween Haunted Houses, Christmas arrangements or to support a...

A cathode lamp is a tubular light that passes electricity through gas. Cathode lights never get hot, and they are 5 times brighter and last longer than neon lighting. A normal cathode light lasts...

A three-way switch can be a great convenience, but only attempt to install one if you have experience, are comfortable running new wire, or if you are replacing an existing three-way switch.

A three-way switch can be a great convenience. However, you should only attempt to install one if you have experience running new wire, or if you are replacing an existing three-way switch.

Recessed lighting can update the look of a room and provide lighting to key areas such as a countertop or reading area. If you are considering installing recessed lighting in a room that already...