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Recessed Lighting

Benefits of Recessed Lighting in a Residential Setting

Recessed lighting is unique and offers benefits unlike other types of light fixtures. Read on to learn some of the perks that recessed lighting offers in a residential setting.

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Lumen Depreciation Simplified

Making the switch to LED lighting can save you money in the long run. But what about lumen depreciation? Find out more about lumen depreciation and what it means for your LED lights.

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Using Color Temperature LED Lighting to Improve Your Sleep

The light sources you use in your home may be affecting your body’s ability to get deep, restful sleep. Learn how to take advantage of your LED lighting to improve sleep and feel more energized in your day-to-day life.

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The Differences Between LED Power Tubes

Switching to LED power tubes can be tricky. Learn more about the differences between single vs. double ended tubes. Also see a comparison of Type A, Type B, and Type A-B LED power tubes to help choose the best one for you.

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Customizing Your LumeGen UFO High Bay Fixtures with Motion Sensors

UFO High Bay light fixtures are durable, lightweight, and perfect for commercial spaces. Select LumeGen models come with built in motion sensors with an optional remote that offers complete control for the user.

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The Differences Between Edge Lit vs. Back Lit Flat Panel LED Lighting

Need an upgrade from traditional fluorescent lights? Want to get flat panel LED lights, but not sure what kind to order? Learn more about the differences between edge lit and back lit flat panel LED lights to enhance your space.

Low Ceiling Lighting

How to Light a Low Ceiling

If you have a room that makes you feel a claustrophobic discomfort, try updating the lighting. You’d be surprised at how airy and dramatic the right lighting can make your room feel – even if it has an extra-low ceiling. Here are some tips to help you light that low

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Lighting Tips for Home Gyms

New year, another attempt at a new, healthy me. But, perhaps the reason I view my little home gym in such a negative light, is because I don't have the correct lighting. Poorly lit home gyms tend to lack energy. Whereas a bright space, with a generous amount of light,

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Picking the Right Extension Cord for Outdoor Lights

It's important to know that not all extension cords are the same. There are a few, yet significant details many of us overlook that can be hazardous to your home.  Let's go over some information to ensure you are choosing the right extension cord for outdoor use. The Differences Between

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Lighting for Makeup Application

Whether it's a night out on the town or just getting ready to go to work, applying makeup is just what us ladies do. And whether we do this in the bathroom or in a vanity seating area, having the correct lighting can ensure we are seeing our true complexion

Ballasts

All About Ballasts

While we know the ballast is an important part of light fixtures, what exactly does it do? Just like the heart pumps blood throughout the body, a ballast sends energy through the lamp by providing the correct amount of voltage to start the lamps and regulates the amount of current

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Maintaining Solar Powered Lights

Solar lighting has become a popular choice in updating walkways, landscaping, and any place an outdoor light is needed. Solar lighting is not only great for reducing energy costs, but they are easy to install. Since solar lights store energy collected by the panels into a battery for later use,

Understanding LED Ratings

Understanding LED Ratings

The LED ratings that you see on light fixtures and spec sheets provide vital information regarding whether or not a product has met certain regulations. These ratings can also inform consumers where a light bulb or fixture can be used, such as indoor versus outdoor and if it can be

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The History of Light

When looking at the evolution of lighting, one thinks of 3 things: the fuel source, the luminaire, and the technology. From its birth to the modern day revolution that is happening with 21st century LED technology, let's take a quick look at the history of light. Candles have been found

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Benefits of LED Lighting & Circadian Rhythm

Circadian rhythm is a cycle that tells our bodies when to sleep, rise, eat - regulating many physiological processes. This internal body clock is affected by environmental cues. At the core of circadian rhythm is your relationship with light, which acts as the conductor of many precisely arranged biological processes.

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Choosing the Correct Color Temperature

Finding the right color temperature can influence the look and feel of any room. From crisp and invigorating to cozy and inviting, understanding color temperature allows you to create the desired ambience that you are going for. Let's first start with what color temperature is. Color temperature is a way

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Benefits of LED Lighting Automation

Architects and lighting designers know how light has the ability to define, highlight, and transform architecture. Having a LED lighting automation system provides you with many new aspects. When it comes to today's technology, you have the capability of controlling your home or office's lighting system through devices such as

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Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Switch To LED Lighting

The old adage is,'if it isn't broken, don't fix it.' My question is why not? If there is an opportunity not to replace the wheel, but drastically improve it, why would you not take that chance? Is it the cost of the improvement? Maybe it is the availability