Electrical / Lighting
Everything you Need to Know About LED Lighting
by Guest on Feb 20, 2013
Until a few years back, HID lamps, metal halide bulbs, and sodium vapor lamps were used widely in all households but today with a drastic change in the technological field, people have started using led lamps by replacing traditional costly lamps. These bulbs are long-lasting and durable with high energy saving features. Continue reading →
How to Find the Best Options from Bathroom Ceiling Lights
by Guest on Mar 5, 2013
Quality bathroom ceiling lights are important to achieve the desired environment in your bathroom. The bathroom can be enhanced completely so you can relax and enjoy the room to relax and reenergize as you please. Finding the perfect lighting for your bathroom might not seem like the most significant task on your home improvement to-do list. Continue reading →
5 Things to Consider When Buying Ceiling Light Fixtures
by Guest on Mar 25, 2013
The lighting in your home can achieve many things and when used in the right way it can transform the look of a room, change the atmosphere and even help you to perform tasks with ease. Good lighting is when you get the desired effect without really noticing it being there but if you have poor lighting conditions, you notice it immediately. Continue reading →
Getting Your Kitchen Lighting Just Right
by Guest on May 9, 2013
Lighting plays a major role in the interior design of most homes and one of the most important rooms to get right is the kitchen, being both a functional and entertaining space. So how do you get it right? Continue reading →
Keeping the Lights on: Maintaining your UPS Installation
by Guest on Jul 16, 2013
Although an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is designed to keep electrical equipment functioning in the event of a mains power outage, there are some important steps to take over the long term to make sure you don't do anything to undermine its ability to operate and put your business continuity plan under renewed threat. Continue reading →
Top Tips for Lighting and Interior Design
by Guest on Aug 30, 2013
Whichever room of your house you are decorating, light is an important part of the equation and thanks to the latest technology you have a huge range of options. It's easy to underestimate the importance of light in interior design. Good lighting can make a small room feel larger. Continue reading →
Bring Your Home to Life with Intelligent LED Lighting
by Roger on Nov 5, 2013
LED technology has become a hot property in the consumer lighting market and anyone can jump on the bandwagon to see what the fuss is all about. Here is a look at how you can decorate your home with LED lighting, inside and out. From strip lights to flood lights, the options are endless. Giving your home a makeover is a great way to reinvigorate your love of the place and shed new light on rooms and spaces that might not have been getting much love recently. Continue reading →
How to Save Electricity During Your Beauty Routine
by Michele Duchet on Nov 20, 2013
Your daily beauty routine can put a lot of stress on your household energy grid. From your blow dryer to a long hot bath, your daily routine can cost you a lot on your utility bill and also do some damage to the environment. If you are concerned with taking care of yourself and the Earth, here are some ways to conserve energy when you get ready for the day. Continue reading →
How to Choose the Best Modern Lighting for Your Home
by Craig Daniel on Jun 25, 2014
The traditional lighting system has been almost fully replaced by affordable modern lighting. People don’t really like the old fashioned tracks that were so popular just a generation ago. Instead, they want modern styles and designs that create moods that are relaxing and elegant. Continue reading →
5 Ways to Improve Your Home's Energy Efficiency
by Isabella Rossellini on Dec 10, 2014
Are you wondering how to make your home energy efficient? Becoming more efficient can have a vast impact on your electricity bill and make it much easier for you to maintain your home for a lower monthly investment. While there are many options for making your home efficient, five stand out as both practical and inexpensive. Continue reading →
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