Are you tired of the bedtime battle? You know, the daily conflict that occurs between you and your children to get them to sleep? Perhaps your child is anti-bedtime and creates a skirmish to get to the bedroom, but then deals ok with it. Or, maybe your child is the type to leave their bed […]
Clever Lighting Ideas for Your Too-Short Bathroom
Feeling cramped in your bathroom? Every home comes with its quirks, and bathroom size and layouts are often among them. However, a cramped bathroom doesn’t have to cramp your style! Less-than traditional bathroom spaces simply call for less-than traditional lighting and décor ideas. Below, you’ll find a list of 7 examples of lighting that can […]
Are LED’s Worth the Investment? Let’s do the math…
It’s a fair question! I’ve seen their ups and downs, so let me tell you my experiences with the bulbs. When one of the first PAR30 bulbs came out, one of my clients invested a small fortune filling every can light in his home with those bulbs. Supposedly, they were rated for 50,000 hours (about […]
Rustic Ceiling Fans: A Brief Guide
You may have heard something about rustic style, but what does that really mean? For starters, let’s not confuse rustic with vintage or shabby chic. We’ll leave those for another day. Just know that rustic swims in a lane of its own. The style tends to focus on a farmhouse/countryside look, while using outdoor elements […]
Read This Before Installing Smart Lights
Imagine getting in bed and then realizing you forgot to turn off the light, but rather than getting up, you use a simple voice command, and all the lights go off. Or imagine you just finished watching a movie and the whole room is dark, but instead of hunting in the dark to find a […]
Astronauts In Space Couldn’t Sleep, Here’s How It Impacts You
Lighting affects life on Earth and in space. Come aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and see how lighting affects human performance. Earth applications and improvements can be drawn from this innovative advancement. The ISS orbits Earth approximately every 90 minutes; therefore, everyone onboard experiences sixteen sunrise and sunsets.The fast changes in days are consumed […]
How Ceiling Fans Can Save You Money In All Seasons
The hottest summer days and the coldest winter nights can lead to cranking on the thermostat and electric bills piling up. If this sounds familiar, then it’s time to invest in a ceiling fan. Regulating the temperature in your home doesn’t have to break the bank. The truth is that ceiling fans can save you […]
4 Ways to Avoid Headaches in Your Home
Have you ever asked yourself ‘why do I have a headache’ when you’ve been in the house all day? It could be caused by external or internal factors including physical health deficiencies, bright light, loud noises, or allergens and strong odors. We spend a lot of time in-store helping you choose the perfect lighting for […]
How the Benefits of Light Can Decrease Depression
Did you know: The light in your house could be the cause of your depression symptoms? Have you ever noticed yourself feeling a little bluer during the winter months? If so, you may have experienced Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is quite common in most people. SAD is a specific type of depression that is […]
Ready For An Upgrade – Try a Remote Controlled Ceiling Fan
Do you love the benefits you’ve received from your traditional ceiling fan, like increased air circulation or more cost savings per month– but feel ready for an upgrade? A remote controlled ceiling fan, just might do the trick in helping you reap all of the rewards one can offer. When it comes to home design, […]