Which Forms of Light Cause Long-Term Damage to Your Eyesight?

As humans, we are surrounded by light. Unfortunately, over time, certain types of light waves can be damaging to our eyes! With the naked eye, we can only detect lightwaves on the visible light spectrum, so it’s important to educate yourself on how to keep your eyes protected. As you might know from experience, ultraviolet…

How Office Light Color Can Build or Break Your Business

Have you ever noticed how certain lights make things look different? Take a hair salon, for example. The stylist dyes your hair and it looks great in the salon, but when you go outside, it’s a completely different color! That isn’t bad styling— but it might be caused by bad lighting. Here’s an in-depth review…

How LED Technology Will Forever Change the World

During my time in the lighting industry, I’ve received countless questions about LED lights. What are they? How are they different from traditional light sources?  How do they work? Why are they more expensive? And the list goes on… This guide will teach you the ins and outs of LED lighting and how to use…

6 Crazy Ways Lighting Affects Your Health

Bright, natural lighting can contribute to alertness and increased energy in the mornings, or any time of day. Of course, it does the same at night, so it is best to avoid bright, overhead lights when it’s time to rest. Darkness and warm dim lights, especially at eye level, mimic the natural rhythm of the…

9 Mind-Blowing Uses for LED Strip Lights

If you’re looking to add some atmosphere or a little more “IT” factor to your living spaces, new and ultra-versatile LED strip lighting may be the perfect thing for you. Sized smaller than your pinky finger and capable of infinite adjustments in color, length, lumens, and voltage, LED strip lights like these can hide, and…

QUICK TIPS FOR BUILDING A COZY BOOK NOOK

The inglenook is a cute name with a charming history.  It literally means “chimney corner” and began as a wooden seat built into the space on either side of the wide fireplaces common in 17th-century English houses and cottages. Over time, the concept evolved to it’s own room near a fireplace room right off the…

Everything You Need to Know About DIY Track Lighting

Track lighting can be a wonderful addition to your home. These stylish, functional pieces have limitless uses, including: Directional task lighting Over-the-table or kitchen island lighting Artwork spotlight lighting Over-the-mantle lighting Eye-catching general lighting Designers have traditionally used track lighting in narrow hallways or to highlight art on the wall in studies, but because of…

4 Keys for Successful Stair Lighting

Though we love the dimension and beauty that stairs can add to any home, they’re a common area for falls and injuries. Luckily, a little extra lighting can prevent some of those stumbles by increasing visibility and security.  Every home is different, so we’ve broken it down into categories that apply to everyone. 1. Material…