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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 ...

Issue No. 13, November 2010When it comes to selecting fixtures for a scaled-down space, proportion is everything.Expert AdviceWhat kind of lighting do you recommend for a small, 30-inch x 6-foot bath ...

The porch is a great outdoor living area that has become less and less appreciated these days. Whether you’re looking for a space to host a small get-together or a spot that you can unwind and enjoy ...

Your bathroom is where you typically start and finish your day, so creating an inviting space can set the tone for a great day and a restful night’s sleep. Unfortunately, many homeowners are left uni ...

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, ...

Looking for the perfect lamp to brighten up your room? Hortons Home Lighting has a huge selection of all types and styles of lamps. Choose from traditional lamps, contemporary lamps, Victorian lamps, ...

A Welcoming Home'Tis the season for entertaining. Perfectly placed lighting will make your home look warm and inviting as your guests arrive.CONVERSATION STATION: Shine a light on favorite gathering ...

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 ...

Issue No. 18, April 2011As time goes by, eyes need more light to see. Portable fixtures can provide the needed additional light and add a decorative touch.Expert AdviceWhat is the best reading light ...

Light can have a profound effect on all aspects of life -- your mood, work and health.QUICK FIX: Make a big change in a little time.CanarmIt only takes minutes to make a big change in your home's lig ...

Add a Sconce, Expand Your Space(ARA) - In this economy, no one can afford to knock down walls or put an addition on their homes. However, for considerably less money, any room can appear larger and l ...

If you’re still trying to catch your home up on the latest décor trends of 2017, there’s still time! Here is a list of must have home decorating trends to add to your home now.Color Trends2017 has se ...

Home theater lighting equipment enriches your entertainment space, improving its ambiance, functionality and character. While most home theater environments are designed to be dimmer than other rooms ...

Have you ever felt something is just not right with the design of one of the rooms in your home? Before rearranging your furniture for the fourth time, consider all possible lighting options.Regardle ...

Issue No. 49, August 2014Game Time It's football season. Time to get your TV room in shape for family and friends.Right LightWhether your TV is in the family room or a dedicated media room, everyone' ...

The kids are back in school and the homework is back at home. This year, try to create a dedicated homework station to help your kids stay organized and feeling in control.To set your student up with ...

Issue No. 54, March 2015Stairways in the home are often overlooked when it comes to lighting design.Right LightClimbing up and down staircases opens the door to trips and falls. This can be especiall ...

As one of your home's highest traffic areas, the kitchen is not only used for cooking and eating--but also for socializing and connecting as a family. That's why it's important to spend time selectin ...

It seems that every time the calendar changes to a new year, new styles and trends seem to appear out of nowhere. While it can seem like that to a consumer, those who keep a close eye on lighting and ...

Issue No. 16, February 2011Homeowners spend a lot of money on home entertainment systems. Without proper lighting, this investment may not be maximized.Expert AdviceWhat is the best way to light a fa ...

Your bedroom is a relaxing, intimate space, and it’s important to have the appropriate lighting in order to achieve the level of relaxation and intimacy you desire. One tried and true method of provi ...

When developing a lighting plan for any room in your home, it is important to consider the three basic types of light – ambient, task and accent. The best lighting plans combine all three types to li ...

Issue No.29 May 2012Get a complimentary copy of Lighting Magazine today!Expert AdviceWhat is the best lighting for a stairway with no windows and very little natural light upstairs? My current plan c ...

As the days get shorter and the air grows crisp, we all want our homes to feel like a warm and inviting sanctuary. Creating that cozy atmosphere is all about the power of light. At Hortons Home Light ...

Selecting the right lighting is essential for enhancing your home's aesthetic and functionality. At Hortons Home Lighting in La Grange and Orland Park, we understand that indoor lighting can vary dra ...

If you are looking to revitalize your home with a sleek, contemporary edge, you don’t have to look further than your local lighting store. At Hortons Home Lighting, with convenient locations i ...

Entrances, hallways and foyers all have a major commonality: These spaces are typically the focal point to the entrance of your home. Guests are greeted in these areas and you use the spaces as a mea ...

Breathing life into a tired looking room doesn’t need to mean breaking the bank. There are simple changes that can make your space come to life almost instantly. Here are a few money saving tips.Pain ...

Issue No. 15, January 2011Use portable light fixtures with dimmers to create a warmer feel.Expert AdviceAll of the seating in my 20' x 20' family room is removed from the walls, but there are no outl ...

Issue No. 32 September 2012Now that football season has kicked off and cooler weather is on the way, it's time to make sure your media space is comfortable and properly lit to maximize entertainment ...

Have you ever looked at a room in your home and felt that something was missing? The rooms in home magazines look finished, professional, complete. As you sift through the endless pages of well manic ...

Is a new addition on your home out of the question? Believe it or not, there are actually many ways to make the inside of your home feel bigger without adding on any square footage. Your home lightin ...

Moving into a new home is exciting! Check out these great tips for make your new house feel a little homier.Colors and patterns are a new home’s best friend. Personalize your new house with your own ...

When it comes to designing a functional and stylish bathroom, the right lighting is crucial. At Hortons Home Lighting in La Grange and Orland Park, we proudly offer a wide range of Capital Lighting f ...

Around this time last year, we wrote about creating a new lighting design for 2017. Now that 2017 is almost over, we felt that it was once again time to think about the lighting updates you want to m ...

Now that the summer sun is finally here, open your drapes and welcome it in! For times when you want to enhance the effect of our traditional lighting fixtures, Hortons Home Lighting provides unique ...

Hortons Home Lighting has everything you need to decorate your home for the holidays. The Hortons “Christmas Shoppe” has a large selection of prelit Christmas Trees ranging from 3 ft. to 8 1/2 ft. Th ...

There is a crispness sneaking into the late summer air that is a reminder that fall is just around the corner. This is the perfect time to spend evenings and weekends outside on the porch, deck, or p ...

RIGHT LIGHT:Climbing up and down staircases opens the door to trips and falls. This can be especially dangerous for elderly residents and small children. Fortunately, a few well-placed lighting fixtu ...

Updating your light fixtures might seem like a daunting task, but with the right store and the right staff, it can be a very simple and straightforward process. When you shop at Hortons in La Grange, ...

Winter seems to get longer and longer each year. Now that it’s finally time to emerge from our hibernation, why not upgrade your outdoor space so you can truly savor every bit of summer? Here are fiv ...

Outdoor landscape lighting is an effective way to improve both your home's curb appeal and its security. When carefully selected and installed, decorative outdoor lighting offers a number of aestheti ...

For a while, ceiling fans became an undesirable component of a room’s décor. However, with more modern, sleek, and efficient fans, they’re experiencing a resurgence in popularity for their versatilit ...

Issue No. 4, Summer 2009It doesn't have to take a lot to turn a boring, stale room into a dramatic, inviting space.Value TrickIt's time to spruce up your home for spring and summer. But don't waste t ...

Room with a ViewA family room that doubles as a media room requires lighting that can be adjusted to minimize glare and shadows while providing ample illumination for varying activities.RIGHT LIGHT: ...

It’s that time of year again. Time to cozy up with your partner and remind each other of all the reasons why you are in love. While Valentine’s Day is easily the most romantic holiday of the year, wh ...

Issue No.28 Apr 2012Trading Spaces star Laurie Smith focuses her interior design expertise on home lighting in a new video series.Expert AdviceHow can I determine the correct amount of xenon bulbs to ...

Effective home lighting design and landscape lighting ideas help make a home both comfortable and functional. When your home is properly lit, it should feel like a warm, welcoming space while providi ...

The bathroom at your business does not have to be stark white and boring. In fact, you can make a favorable impression upon your customers when you offer a clean, bright bathroom for their use. Horto ...

Issue No. 27, March 2012Think of a light fixture as an objet d'art for your home.Expert AdviceWhat is the best height for a sconce in a room with a 9-foot ceiling?The recommended minimum height of a ...

Issue No. 12, October 2010A few minor additions can make a big difference in some often overlooked and dark spaces.Visual PerkToekick and cove lighting instantly give a more upscale look to a room. A ...

Kitchens are not just for cooking and eating, most kitchens are truly the heart of the home. In more modern homes, the open concept kitchen has become common and allows for food prepping, eating, and ...

Issue No.24. Nov 2011Make your home warm and inviting this holiday season with a few easy, personal touches.Expert AdviceWhat is the best way to convert recessed can lights in my entry and hall to re ...

Issue No. 50, September 2014The sun is setting earlier, and your lights are working longer. Beautiful lighting will make your home cozy and comfortable.Right LightThe weather is getting cooler and it ...

Issue No. 20, July 201More than any other decorating accent, lighting provides the flourish that makes a room distinct and beautiful.Expert AdviceWhat is a good guideline for spacing and number of re ...

At Hortons Home Lighting in La Grange, Chicago, and Orland Park, we’re always excited to see which new lighting trends are popular each year. These trends can range from the type and style of fixture ...

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 ...

When it comes to accenting your style with home lighting, it can be difficult to find the perfect piece that draws the setting together. Unfortunately, many homeowners make three common mistakes when ...

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, ...

The Christmas tree is decorated, the stockings are hung upon the fireplace, and the garland is wrapped around the staircase handrail. There seems to be something missing… This Holiday Season, highlig ...

Straight lines, spheres, cone shapes, orbs, all kinds of geometric shapes add up to beautifully refined lighting style.TOP TRENDS:Lighting fixtures with sharp edges, clean lines, and dynamic shapes m ...

Lighting is key in making your home and interior design look amazing. It can be the difference in setting the mood as well. Lower lighting may be more relaxed or intimate where as brighter light in o ...

Issue No. 44, January 2014Don't let Old Man Winter get you down. With the right light, your home can feel bright and cheery, even when it's gloomy outside.Right LightDuring this time of year, the sho ...

Issue No. 6, Winter 2009Does your home look dull and lifeless? A few lighting changes can take your home's ambiance from flat to fabulous.Comfort ZoneYou've set the scene outside your home, now it's ...

There is more to home lighting than style and wattage. When selecting lighting for your home, it is important to choose the fixtures that are going to compliment your home’s style, ensure there is en ...

When you’re adding new lighting to your own home, it can be somewhat easy to pick fixtures based on how they look and how they will function within a certain room. A rental property that you own may ...

Building a new house is always exciting, and if you’re including unique architectural features such as archways or alcoves, it’s important to make sure they’re properly illuminated. This is especiall ...

Issue No. 22, Sept 2011Selecting the right lighting can completely tranform a space from boring to va-va-voom.Expert AdviceWe are remodeling our kitchen. What are the best options for using LED light ...

2026 is the perfect time to assess how your home functions and feels. At Hortons Home Lighting, serving both La Grange and Orland Park, we know that the right fixture does more than just illuminate ...

Your Comprehensive Home Lighting StoreShop With Hortons Home LightingWhether you’re looking for home lighting that is traditional or contemporary, transitional chic or modern farmhouse, you’ll find w ...

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 ...

Spring is officially here and the beautiful sunshine has been hanging around longer and longer each day. This is the perfect time of year to enhance your in-home lighting plan. Everyone knows that su ...

Issue No. 31 July 2012While much information is available about new light bulb standards and equivalencies, many people are still unsure about what to buy. Read on for a few consumer Q&As.Expert Advi ...

The holidays are a time for warmth, joy, and, most importantly, gathering around the table. At Hortons Home Lighting in La Grange and Orland Park, we know that the right illumination is essential to ...

You most likely begin your day in the bathroom, putting on makeup, shaving, showering, and preparing for your busy schedule. You may also unwind at the end of day with a nice, long soak in the tub. W ...

Issue No. 40Time for a break from the heat, and after a season of full-time AC usage, it's also a good time to power down your home's energy consumption.Expert AdviceWhat is the rule of thumb for spa ...

It's that time of year when driving around the neighborhood at night can seem almost magical. How do some homes manage to look so inviting inside and out during the holidays, while others seem to be ...

Issue No. 7, Spring 2010Transform an ordinary bathroom into your personal sanctuary.Bright TipsHaving trouble figuring out how much light you need in the bathroom?Experts recommend a minimum of 150 w ...

In an era when going away on vacation is not in the budget, many homeowners are finding it makes fiscal sense to turn the master bath into a spa environment with high-end amenities such as soaking tu ...

It's easier than you think to beat the heat this summer while saving money. "People tend to forget that ceiling fans reduce energy. Using them allows you to run your air conditioner less frequently," ...

Issue No. 3, Winter 2008Check out the hot color trends for 2009. Find tips for saving money and energy with a few simple decorating updates. All in this issue of BRIGHT IDEAS.Value TrickIn today's ho ...

Lighting Techniques that are Right on Track and on BudgetIf the mortgage crisis has you staying put for a few more years, there's an easy way to enhance your environment while adding value. Upgrading ...

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 ...