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Bronze vs Brass: What Is the Difference?
We live in an age of convenience. If you need lighting fixtures, plumbing supplies, or other household materials, it’s easy to find them. Still, perhaps you’re curious to learn more about some of these materials, especially for lighting. If you’re interested in the differences between bronze vs brass, you’ve come to just the right article. Detailed…
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What are Wall Packs & Where are They Used?
By 2024 the LED lighting market is estimated to be worth roughly $112 billion. With such a rapidly growing market, how efficient are exterior lights? Many people are unfamiliar with the term ‘wall pack lights‘ and some people have never heard of them before. If you haven’t then don’t worry because in a moment we’re going to cover…
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5 Tips for Buying the Right Recessed Lighting
Did you know that the number of home updates Americans make has increased by 17% recently? With more people looking for ways to spruce up their homes, there’s never been a better time to jump in. And refreshing the lights in your home is a great place to start. Read on to learn the top five tips…
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How To Plan and Hang Patio Lights
A recent study shows that people are starting to spend time in their backgrounds, grilling, dining, exercising, and playing. However, the same study states that about 88% of Americans aren’t satisfied with their outdoor space and plan to improve it in the future. Your outdoor patio should be a place where you can go to enjoy the fresh air…
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High Bay vs Low Bay Light Fixtures – What’s the Difference?
Commercial lighting is a growing market worth over $8.2 billion. Large commercial buildings, warehouses, industrial plants and their high ceilings require a specialized lighting setup to provide enough illumination. This sparks the following common question: What’s the Difference between High Bay & Low Bay Light Fixtures? Upgrading to LED lights are now the preferred alternative to fluorescent…
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How to Troubleshoot Christmas Lights
42% of Americans choose to decorate the exterior of their homes each holiday season. Although decorating for Christmas can be a lot of fun, it can be frustrating if your Christmas lights aren’t working as they should. If you’ve kept your Christmas lights in storage during the year, you may find that they don’t light up as they should once…
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What is the Lighting Specification Process?
Lighting shouldn’t be an afterthought. It’s integral to any architectural design. Yet, it takes more than just selecting and installing the residential or commercial light fixtures themselves. Lighting design should be planned alongside your building elements. Lights add dimension, depth, and mood to your design. You also have to think about electrical wiring ahead of time,…
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7 Important Elements of the Lighting Design Process
Reports show that 29% of American homes are turning away from incandescent lighting. While many are focusing on other lighting options for their home. Lighting is so important in a home, when it comes to comfort and visual appeal. That is why the lighting design process is so important for contractors. You need to make sure…
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A19 Bulb vs E26 Bulb – What’s the Difference?
If you are looking to light up your world, it all starts with the right light bulb. Light bulbs have a $2 billion market size, which is a clear example of just how many different options there are that you can choose from. Understanding light bulb size, shape, and type will steer you in the right direction…
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Outdoor Christmas Light ideas for the Roof
Do you want to make sure your roof Christmas lights stand out from the competition? Then you should consider some fun new ideas for your LED Christmas lights. There are many things you can do with roof light colors and patterns. But where should you start? What kind of theme should you choose? Keep reading and learn…
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