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Holiday Hosting without Breaking the Bank(Post)
When it comes to hosting your family for the holiday season, we know that this time can be one of great joy as well as great stress. This year, remove the stress from what should be a festive occasio ...
May 2017: Using Wall Sconces for Style and Function(Post)Wall sconces are incredibly versatile lighting fixtures. While they are often used to add flare to a room, they can also serve very practical purposes. As a result, they are a great choice to add any ...
How to make the most of your summer at home(Post)While summer vacations can be lots of fun, they are also a real wallet breaker. If you don’t have a large budget for activities to do this summer, don’t worry. Living in Chicago and its surrounding s ...
NOVEMBER 2014: Live, Love, Light(Post)Issue No. 52, November 2014As we age, our eyes require more light and less glare in order to see properly.Right LightLighting becomes more important as people age. Older eyes experience two important ...
AUGUST 2011: Have It All - Efficiency and Style(Post)Issue No. 21, Aug 2011Many beautiful, stylish energy-efficient fans and fixtures are available for consumers looking for ways to conserve resources.Expert AdviceI have a large kitchen with a fan in t ...
Unique Ideas for Your Christmas Lights(Post)Lighting your home for Christmas can be made fun again by using these great lighting ideas!Add Sparkle to Your PorchCreating a welcoming entrance to your home this Christmas can be affordable and eas ...
AUGUST 2015: Get Your Fan On(Post)Issue No. 59, August 2015Fall is on the way, which is a good time to give your AC a rest and rely on ceiling fans to keep you cool, calm and collected.Cool TipCooler temperatures make this the perfec ...
Save Money and Energy Beautifully(Post)Issue No. 2, Fall 2008Find energy-efficient ideas to make your home more beautiful for the holidays and every day. All in this issue of BRIGHT IDEAS.Bright TipsInstall tape lights around windows or o ...
MAY 2009: Three Easy Ways to Cut Energy Costs This Summer(Post)Summertime brings fun in the sun, longer daylight hours, and one caveat: hotter temperatures means running the air conditioner and increased energy bills. The American Lighting Association (ALA) shar ...
How LEDs are Transforming Interior Design(Post)The shift toward LED light bulbs in interior design is happening quickly, as manufacturers and homeowners find more ways to use these new types of lighting inside common areas of homes.LEDs come in a ...
OCTOBER 2012: Holiday Home(Post)Issue No. 33, October 2012Make your home welcoming and festive for the holidays by adding twinkle inside and out.Expert AdviceIs it correct that in order for me to use LED lighting under my cabinets, ...
Pros & Cons of Recessed Lighting(Post)There are many reasons why recessed lighting could be a great fit for your home, and also many reasons why recessed lighting could be a terrible idea. Consider these pros and cons of recessed lightin ...
Make a Backyard Retreat in Time for Summer(Post)Summer is almost here and what better way to enjoy it than from the comfort of your own backyard. With these design tips, you can turn your backyard into a summer retreat and begin your own staycatio ...
Light up your spring landscape!(Post)Longer days and warmer weather is melting away the last memories of cold winter. The grass is getting greener, leaves are peeking out of tree branches, and flowers are starting to bloom. With all th ...
What Size Ceiling Fan Do You Need?(Post)Even though there’s still one week left in January, you might be thinking about the first time you’ll turn on the ceiling fans this spring. You may even have the fans running counterclockwise right n ...
Lighting Your Indoor Stairways(Post)If your home has more than one floor, then it’s extremely important to ensure that your indoor stairways have adequate lighting. You and your family need to be able to see as you traverse the stairs, ...
A New Lighting Design for the New Year(Post)It may only be November, but the New Year isn’t far away. There are plenty of new things that come about when the calendar changes, and you may have grand plans for your home in 2017. A major part of ...
The Best Rooms for Matte-Finished Light Fixtures(Post)Matte-finished light fixtures are an excellent choice for every room in your home. Hortons Home Lighting offers the best selection of high-quality matte-finished light fixtures. Our experienced team ...
JUNE 2015: Chill Out(Post)Issue No. 57, June 2015No matter how hot the temperature, the right ceiling fan makes it a breeze to stay cool, inside and out.Comfort ZoneCeiling fans help you stay comfortable. We've all been in ro ...
OCTOBER 2013: Tis the Season to Switch to LEDs(Post)Issue No. 39No longer something out of your grandmother's living room, the newest air movers can define a room's style with unusual textures and modern finishes, while minimizing energy consumption.E ...
DECEMBER 2010: A Welcome Home(Post)Issue No. 14, December 2010Create an inviting atmosphere with warm lighting and holiday décor that complement the style of your home.Expert AdviceWhat is the best way to add more lighting in my dark ...
Turning Your Dad into a Grill Master(Post)Is your dad the master of the grill? With Father’s Day quickly approaching, a new grill is sure to be on the top of his wish list! With the weather warming up and the nights getting longer, turning t ...
Updating Your Basement Lighting(Post)When you were a kid, your house’s basement may have a been a dark and scary place where you didn’t dare venture unless you were with one of your parents. As you got older, you may have found the dark ...