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Lighting TipsRead these 208 Lighting Tips in 20 categories ranging from Bathroom Lighting to Wall Lamps. Each tip is approved by our Editors and created by expert writers so great we call them Gurus. LifeTips is the place to go when you need to know about Lighting tips and hundreds of other topics. Become a Guru or Become an Advertiser. Lighted Ceiling Fan InstallationMany ceiling fans are already pre-wired so that you can easily attach a light to them. After you select a lighted ceiling fan assemble any tools you need -- usually a screwdriver is enough -- and be sure the power to the ceiling fixture has been turned off. Instead of doing the work on a ladder, take the ceiling fan off the ceiling and assemble the ceiling fan light fixture on a table where it will be safer and more convenient. When connecting the wires, be sure to match black to black and white to white. When the ceiling fan with light has been reassembled, reattach it to the ceiling. jobs by
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Types of Wall SconcesLamps Plus Tip: Not sure you want a traditional or contemporary style wall sconce? How about crystal or iron? Crystal wall sconces are formal and glittering, often used in hotel lobbies and banquet areas. Arts and Crafts and Mission-style wall sconces are attractive blends of the past and present, attention-getting without being overpowering. Iron wall sconces can be an exciting contrast in an otherwise light-colored room, or can blend into a darker, more traditional environment. Ceiling Light KitsBefore you start installing ceiling lights, check your local code to be sure solder-less connections are legal -- if they are, they'll speed up the process considerably. Also, double-check that power to the relevant circuit is turned off. Your ceiling light kit should come with a strap that will fasten to the two threads in the ceiling light box. There may also be a center stud in the light box, which you can fasten to the strap with a lock nut. This is recommended for heavier ceiling light fixtures. Study and follow the wiring diagrams that come with your ceiling mount fixtures. Be sure to connect black wires to black, white wires to white and green wires to green. (If you are color-blind, get help with this from someone who isn't, rather than trying to guess.) Floor Lamp StylesLamps Plus Tip: Adjustable floor lamps are a great boon to anyone who reads or does close work, but they can also be used to light an entire room for different situations -- lights closely for a group craft project, indirect lighting reflected off walls and ceilings create the mood for a party or help home theater fans see where the remote control went. Floor lamps can be adjustable for height, as well as angle, making it possible to move the same lamp from the bedroom (where it's hunkered down low to facilitate reading) to the living room (where it is extended to its full height over the sofa). These can also appeal to perfectionist decorators who want a floor lamp in just the right place -- which may not be one of the standard heights. Candle Wall SconcesCenturies ago, the first sconces held candles, oil lamps, or torches and many of today's sconces continue to evoke eras past. Some contemporary wall sconces, of course, hold actual candles. While these are impractical for today's lighting needs, they make a pleasant addition to a dining room. Try a sconce set with delicately scented candles in your bathroom or any quiet, contemplative corner of your house. In general, however, modern homeowners seek the look of candles without the smoke, wax and fire hazards. Today's fashions favor simple candle-shaped bulbs rather than the false-looking "flicker" bulbs that were popular in the 1970s. More Control: Swing-Arm Table Top DimmersLamps Plus Tip: A wall mounted swing arm lamp can solve a number of problems at once. Adjustable wall lamps provide concentrated task lighting for reading in bed, then move to the other side to help with choosing a pair of socks that actually match. These are sometimes sold in "save-your-marriage" double versions, for those who like to read in bed, but don't want to keep their partners awake. Try an attractive wall mount reading lamp in a den, study or sewing room, perhaps in polished brass, with a Tiffany-style glass shade, or in a variety of contemporary bright colors to match your decor. Double Wall SconcesA double wall sconce is an elegant way to light a hallway, dining room or even a baby's room. They work well in places where general light is needed, since their output tends to be less focused. Use a double wall sconce when you have a larger wall space available for your light -- you don't want the sconce to get crowded out by doors, windows or artwork. Double sconces tend toward the formal, but they don't have to be that way -- you can find a Western-themed double sconce for a rustic country-themed room, or even a fun double sconce with bronze elephants holding up the lights! No Cop Car Lights RequiredLamps Plus Tip: Whether you're arranging security exterior lighting for a home or business, be sure to arrange the lights so that they are too high up to be reached by vandals seeking to tamper with the system. Experts recommend a minimum height of nine feet. Align the lights so that they illuminate points of entry (sliding glass doors are particularly vulnerable) without casting glare into neighboring buildings. If you use motion detectors on your exterior lighting on the walls, set them so that they can "see" up to 40 feet away from the building, but so that they cannot be tripped by animals and birds. Wall Sconce Ideas and OptionsBattery-operated wall sconces are a great solution for places where it would be difficult to extend electricity -- for instance, if you're living in a rental property where you don't have permission to install new electrical boxes or switches. For very simple battery-powered sconces, buy a set of stick-on "push" lights, then craft a shade out of attractive paper or cloth, or get creative and use whatever materials come to hand -- a cut-out section of a wicker basket, perhaps? For a more elegant use of wall sconces, try Japanese-style lanterns on a screened porch or around a pool area. Types of Wall SconcesThere are a variety of wall sconces out there, so which one is right for your home? A contemporary wall sconce can be stark or ornate, but always with an up-to-date sensibility that works well with today's open floor plans and neutral colors. A traditional wall sconce offers an air of heritage and stability, blending into a room rather than standing out. |
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