There are several areas and situations around the home where a pull-chain fixture can be more practical than a light operated from a switch which requires you to walk over to the switch to turn it on. We’re talking about light fixtures inside closets, in certain areas of basements, direc...
I’m only including the best ideas that actually make a difference. I’ve seen lots of advice for different ways to make rooms feel brighter, but I’ve found there are only two real ways to brighten up a room. Either bring in more light somehow or reflect the light that’s already th...
Many kitchens have overhead fixtures with dome light covers, or as they are more commonly known, globes, that cover the light bulb. When the bulb requires replacement, it is necessary to remove the dome light cover to access the bulb. Dome light covers secure to the fixture either by visib...
So, here are options that you should NOT consider when you are trying to light a room with no overhead lighting. No-go option #1: Battery operated lights Mounting a battery operated light to your ceiling might seem like a simple, cost saving option to brighten up your space. Even though ...
Can I Install A Motion Sensor Light Fixture Over My Kitchen Sink? If you want motion sensor lights in your kitchen, the best place to install them would be under your cabinets. If you installed sensor lights over your kitchen sink, it would cause problems at night when you used your sink...
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We begin with a discussion of how to install recessed lights in an exterior soffit or roof overhang. We provide lighting installation suggestions about the type of light fixture to use, light fixture support, clearances, fire safety, moisture resistance, switch location, and electrical code citation...
You’ll also want to obtain a lighting fixture. If you have one of those desk lamps, it’ll work fine. If you don’t have a light fixture that you can use, I’d suggest getting a clamp-on work light. Miscellaneous tools Last, you’ll want to make sure you have a few standard ...
While riding arenas, training areas, or dressage spaces usually require high-powered overhead lights that emit a bright light over the large area, areas used for grooming, washing, and boarding require a different breed of fixture. All stable fixtures should be enclosed so that horses cannot hit...
such as an insert for a blender or a mountable light fixture. For ideating, designing, modeling, and prototyping, she accesses 3D printing through a hardware-specific coworking space. “Think about the tools you need and whether you have access to them,” Shah says. “A few upfront investme...