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How To Choose And Install A Ceiling Fan

If you've got an old, wobbly ceiling fan that you want to replace, you can install a ceiling fan yourself with a little bit of patience and know-how.Even if your fan works just fine but you want to update to a ceiling fan that is more in line with your current decor, has more features, has a higher efficiency rating or a higher cubic feet per minute (CFM) rating, you can follow along for a few helpful DIY hints.Up until recently I had never had to replace a ceiling fan and you can bet your … [Read more...]

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FlatWire Gives DIYer’s A Novel Solution To Hide Sconce Wiring

We saw this really cool product on television the other day. It was among the Top 18 Products - Popular Mechanic's Editor Choice Awards at the 2009 Consumer's Electronics Show in Las Vegas earlier this year. It's a product called FlatWire . We could have used this product a few years ago as a solution to put a pair of sconces on our wall without the "hide the wire encased in a decorative metal bar that extends vertically down the wall" solution. I thought I should take a look at … [Read more...]

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Exterior LED Lighting That Combines Beauty, Function and Durability

I saw some really cool looking outdoor LED lighting products at the 25th Annual Fall Atlanta Home Show recently. The LED landscape lights (made by RedBird Industries) weren't the only cool thing we spotted at the show...by a long shot. There were all manner of innovative products and loads of really interesting ideas just begging to be noticed. We left the show with a bag full of literature on...well...you name it and I've probably got a pamphlet or business card on it. The three main reasons … [Read more...]

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The Six Primary Types of Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) can save the consumer as much as $30 over the life of the bulb when compared to incandescent lighting. While many consumers may be familiar with the energy savings, few are aware of the variety of CFLs that are available on the market.CFL Bulb Choices Abound Ranging from the popular spiral to the decorative candle bulb, there is a compact fluorescent light bulb that will fit any situation in residential construction.   … [Read more...]

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How to Install a Dimmer in an Existing Light Switch

Installing a dimmer switch to an existing light fixture can allow you to alter the mood of the room with a twist of a knob. This small home improvement project is not only a great way to update your space, but also to gain some basic electrical know how.       … [Read more...]

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Fluorescent Light Bulb Recycling Made Easy

Every home (and most businesses) in the United States use light bulbs. Most homeowners use incandescent bulbs but a growing number use fluorescent lights, including compact fluorescent (CFL), or high intensity discharge (HID) light bulbs, while the majority of office buildings and warehouses use fluorescent bulbs. We need to know what to do with them after they've served their purpose. Don't throw away those old shop lights! Recycle them! Proper disposal of mercury-containing light bulbs, like … [Read more...]

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Use Flexible Track Lighting When Versatility Is Needed

There are probably a million and one ideas for kitchen lighting techniques and styles. I asked Paul Ryan, host of Kitchen Renovations on the DIY Network what type of innovative kitchen lighting ideas he liked best and he was quick to respond with a definitive favorite. Paul seems to favor multiple track lighting (also known as free form or flexible track lighting) for the ultimate in versatility and style in today's kitchens. … [Read more...]

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A Bright Idea For This Kitchen Pantry

Sandy and I visited a feature-laden (new) home for sale today that was loaded with the features we like and it had a great floor plan, too. Amongst all of the great features and positive practicalities of the plan there was one little feature in the kitchen pantry that caught our eye and made me think "...why hadn't we seen this "bright" idea before now?". … [Read more...]

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Neon-Lit Glass Block Sets The Mood

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Have you been trying to think of a way to bring some cool to your rec room decor? Here's an idea that involves ordinary glass blocks and copper flashing that's tricked out with some under car neon lighting. That's right... It's a neon-lit glass block wall that's well worth checking out!   … [Read more...]

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Wall Sconces Add Beauty, Functionality To Homes

What's not to like about wall sconces? They are a great way to add accent lighting to many areas of your home. They are rarely the focal point, yet many times they accentuate the focal point in a room. They are a favorite item to add to the interior decor by custom homebuilders and homebuyers alike. I see hard-wired wall sconces in either custom homes or upscale homes the majority of the time. It shows that the builder is really trying to cater to his/her customers wants and … [Read more...]

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