Author: Anthony Frasca
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How to Choose the Best Multi-Location Dimmer for Your Needs
Did you know that proper indoor lighting can positively affect our moods and behaviors? However, there’s a big difference between proper mood lighting and harsh lighting that covers everything in white. If you’re looking for more calming lighting options, consider investing in a dimmer wall switch. Specifically, a multi-location dimmer can allow you to perfectly control…
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Light Bulb Guide: The Best Bulbs for Your Chandelier
Are you tired of looking for the perfect light bulbs for your chandelier? If so, a quick light bulb guide to help you find the perfect bulb is what you need. The chandelier light bulb strikes the ideal mix between beauty and utility when it comes to lighting. But, with so many different kinds of…
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What Are the Buy America and Trade Agreement Acts?
The United States, one of the wealthiest countries in the world, accounts for a significant amount of the international trade industry. In fact, it is the largest exporter and importer of goods. In 2017, the U.S. trade industry totaled $2.35 trillion. Globalization has been the biggest contributor to the ever-growing trade industry, particularly in commercial lighting.…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Christmas Lights: Everything You Need To Know
Are you ready to start decorating for the holidays? Nothing makes it easier to get into the holiday spirit than twinkling Christmas lights. And if you’re trying to figure out what lights you need — and where to put them — you’ve come to the right place. Read on to learn everything you need to know about shopping for…
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What does color temperature and Kelvin mean?
Color temperature is a method of describing the light appearance that light bulbs emit. It measures how yellow or blue (warm or cool) the light is from a particular source is. It will be calculated from the Kelvin degrees (K) with a scale from 1000 to 10000. When the numbers are going higher than 1000, the light…
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Commercial Lighting: 5 Things You Should Know About PMMA Lenses
The world of commercial lighting seems to always remain in flux. Local regulations may enforce varying policies regarding energy efficiency or durability. Similarly, the work you do could affect the lights you need. You may need brighter lights to wake up your crew and motivate them to work. Alternatively, you may need lights that resist shattering in case…
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How to Choose the Right Light Dimmer for Your Living Space
You wake up in the middle of the night, walk to the bathroom, and turn on the light, only to stumble back and wince at how bright the light is. For situations like this, many homeowners are making a move toward light dimmers by companies like Enerlites, which lower the amount of current that’s allowed…
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What Are the Differences between Emergency Lights and Exit Signs?
Lighting plays an important part throughout our lives —enhancing the atmosphere of a home or storefront, acting as the centerpiece of a room’s design, and even serving as a guide during emergency situations. In fact, emergency and exit lights are an essential —yet often overlooked— type of lighting that is in nearly every commercial building…
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Wattage and Brightness: Important Factors When Buying a Light Bulb
Are your light bulbs performing as they should? In recent years there has been a huge leap in light bulb design and energy efficiency. We’ve seen newer types hit the market like halogen, LEDs, and CFLs. Converting to LED lights is a considerable idea since they use less energy and last longer, saving you money…
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What Are the Differences Between 40 and 60 Watt Light Bulbs?
Choosing light bulbs may seem like a simple task to do without much thought; however, there are some important things to consider when making this common purchase. Do you know about the energy output or brightness level of the light bulbs you’ve been buying? Do you know the differences between the most popular light bulb…
