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It is not a secret that almost everywhere you go, there are electrical installations and fittings that enhance your life in many ways. Think of the bulbs, sockets, and any other appliances that you have to power in your home or office. All these things require electricity in order to run throughout the day and night. Continue reading →
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by Emily Hall 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 →
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by Tom Grant 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 Alfred Smith 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? Take a look at our tips for creating the right kitchen lighting no matter what the occasion. As the kitchen in many modern homes now acts as a social space as well as a functional space, you need to ensure the lighting is appropriate for both. For the functional aspect, most people opt for recessed or fluorescent lighting options, which afford good, clear, bright light for working under. For the social aspect, people tend to look for more decorative options with lighting finished in metallic or glass. Continue reading →
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by Roger on Nov 5, 2013
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