If you’re looking for a way to make your home look brighter and more welcoming without spending a lot of money, consider installing strip lights. Strip lights are thin, flexible LEDs that you can install in just about any location. Plus, they make the perfect DIY projects and have many tutorials and resources online. When…
Philips Hue light strips are a great way to add color to your space. They are easy to install and you can customize them to match your decor. These strips are an energy-efficient LED lighting solution. You can cut the light strips to fit any room and easily apply them with the adhesive backing included…
There are many people who sleep with the television and room lights on. However, these lights can have a negative impact on our sleep patterns, with some studies showing our health. This also relates to ambient lighting. Ambient lights are the primary source of room illumination. It promotes a warm feeling and comfort. After doing…
We all have a favorite room in the house, but it’s not always easy to create a romantic home. However, there are some simple ways to make your bedroom look romantic and beautiful. In this post, I will give you some amazing tips. Plus, 50 image ideas that capture a romantic setting. Adding A Dimmer…
It’s the new age of LED lighting and many are taking advantage, but should you use LEDs in projector headlights? While in some areas it is illegal to modify the projector headlights, for the sake of this post I will explore the possibilities. LEDs have been the number one choice for many homes in the…
Bright white light bulbs have a color temperature of 4,000 to 5,000 Kelvin and emit a white-blue hue. It gives an energetic feel and is perfect for places such as the office and garage. With the tighter US energy efficiency rules, manufacturers can no longer make bulbs producing 42 lumens per watt come July. This means…
Many have benefited from the transition from incandescent to LEDs but still don’t understand its conversion. We have used wattage as a measurement for so long that it is ingrained in us as an accurate measure of light output. Even the older heads will still look for the watts on a light bulb package. Yet…
The amount of Christmas lights you need to decorate your tree depends on a few things. First, it depends on the size of the tree. The bigger the tree, the more lights it will require. The Real Simple recommends using 100 lights per every 1 foot of tree height. For example, if your tree is…
Older Christmas lights can not be used outdoors in the rain and snow, but some specialty lights can withstand all weather. Therefore, ensure your strings are labeled either “Wet Location” or “Outdoor Use” before hanging them on gutters or windows. Modern lights such as LEDs are waterproof and have a rating above IP44. So even if you…
A Christmas tree doesn’t have to be the only place in your home with holiday decorations. Christmas lights are an inexpensive way to add a festive touch to any room in your home. Christmas lights are safe to use in your bedroom as long as they are not close to anything flammable. You can drape…
