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Who hasn’t stood in the light bulb section at the hardware or home improvement store and wondered which bulbs to choose? With such a wide and varied selection, it’s not always an easy task. It’s tempting to simply pick any bulb that will fit – but you shouldn’t do that! It’s easy to overlook details like color temperature when choosing light bulbs for your home, but these details make a difference. Color temperature is one element of every light bulb that defines your entire home lighting experience. A specific color temperature dramatically changes a room’s appearance and functionality. Here’s how. Chandeliers With Fans Light in the Kitchen and Bathrooms The kitchen and the bathroom play specific roles in your home. In the kitchen, for instance, the focus is on food preparation. Sure, the kids might do homework on the breakfast counter and perform science experiments by the sink, but you mainly cook and bake in the kitchen. In the bathroom, this space is generally dedicated to getti...

The kitchen is often called the heart of the home. It’s where families and friends come together, where meals and memories are made. From simple sandwiches to superb spreads, the kitchen sees a lot of use! Despite being such an integral part of the home, it’s often overlooked when it comes to certain finishing touches, like the lighting fixtures. Many home builders and homeowners focus on the utility of the kitchen, so you’ll commonly find canister lighting or recessed lighting, but that’s about it. While utility lighting in the kitchen is essential, you can (and should!) also incorporate more sophisticated lights, like chandeliers.  Chandeliers with Fans The chandelier serves as a companion to the main lighting in a kitchen. It brings the room together in a way that recessed lighting cannot. It adds character and charm, completing the look of the space. The question is, what kind of chandelier works best in the kitchen? Here are three types of chandeliers that bring...

No matter how the weather might fluctuate from day to day, ceiling fans offer you room-by-room comfort on demand. They effectively circulate the air to create a more inviting environment, whether it’s getting hotter or colder outside. This is just one reason why ceiling fans are the perfect home fixture for fall weather. Here are three more reasons why you should buy and use ceiling fans this fall. Ceiling Fan Technology Has Come a Long Way Energy efficiency is a conversation that often comes up when you talk about any home appliance. From toasters to TVs to ceiling fans, people want to know that these appliances aren’t going to drive up their electric bills. The great thing about new ceiling fans is that they are very energy efficient! There are many ceiling fan styles engineered to give you the most bang for your buck and use much less energy than an HVAC system. There are even smart ceiling fans that you can program to follow a set schedule for more control over your ...

Track lights are versatile fixtures that enhance your home decor with directional lighting. Many modern track lights seamlessly blend style and functionality, so they look right at home in your living areas. While track lights give you a lot of control, they need help to cover larger spaces. Pairing them with other fixtures provides variations in the lighting while smoothing out pockets of shadow. These tips help you easily integrate track lights, chandeliers and other lighting fixtures simultaneously.  What Is Track Lighting? A track light is a slender metal track or rail that is straight or curved with directional lights set along it. You can adjust the lights separately to spotlight different areas or objects in rooms. Being able to individually adjust each light gives you a lot of control and creates beautiful effects on walls and decor. Adding Style and Work Lighting in Kitchen Areas Kitchens are an excellent area in your home to keep things bright and vibran...

You don’t have to settle for a stuffy or uncomfortable home environment when you know it’s going to be hot outside. There are ways for you to augment air conditioning units and support the areas of your home that feel stale and unventilated in the summer with functional decor. Chandeliers and ceiling fans can do more than just look good. Here’s how you can use decorative fixtures to improve your home environment so that it feels aerated and comfortable.   Chandeliers With Fans Look for Chandeliers with Bright Finishes   When it gets warm indoors, it can be tempting to turn off the lights and try to see with only the glow of a dimly lit fixture. Try not to give in to this temptation. There are gorgeous dining room chandeliers with brilliant, cool finishes that can help the room feel bright, cheerful and more welcoming than hot outdoor temperatures. Refresh your home for summer using chandeliers with light brushed nickel, polished chrome or flat white finishes. ...

If you’re looking to gain a deeper understanding of how warm and cool lights work in your home, learning about color temperature is the perfect place to start. This color temperature guide explains different shades of white light measured on a scale from warm to cool in degrees Kelvin (K). The scale for white light ranges between 1,000K and 10,000K, numbers that describe the light’s color and ambiance. So, let’s dive into a basic rundown of the color temperature scale so that you can successfully craft and customize the lighting in your home. Dining Room Chandeliers Candlelight    At the low end of the scale, you’ll find warmer tones (like candlelight), sitting at about 1,900K. It’s comparable to the glow of a low-lit fire with deep red and orange hues. Usually, light fixtures in your home will use incandescent bulbs with a color temperature rating about 1,000K higher (or cooler) than this.   Warm White to Soft White    It’s most likely that these...