Not so long ago, color changing light was not possible for the everyday consumer. It most certainly was not readily available at your local big box hardware store now carrying options like Philips Hue. With technology in lighting and lighting control changing every day, this option becomes more available from manufacturers to the people wanting […]
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With so many different terms and techniques in lighting design it can be confusing to decide what to do where, and whether it’s the right technique for that location. You have probably heard the terms wall grazing and wall washing intermixed. These are two very different techniques which should be understood and defined. You can
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The lighting in your home should make your space more inviting and comfortable. While you can use motorized shades to minimize the glare from the sun, comfortable home lighting comes from the right interior lighting fixtures with minimal glare. Understanding Glare Glare occurs when bright light sources are significantly more intense than the rest of
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Layered lighting reimagines how you illuminate your space. Any light or set of lights that are controlled together is a lighting layer. For example, a kitchen may have a primary light and an under-cabinet light. Each lighting zone is controlled individually as its own layer. However, lighting layers don’t have to be exclusively functional. Harmoniously
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Ketra is regularly found pushing the boundaries with residential lighting. It’s already set the benchmark with its tunable light, precise 0.1% dimming and high color accuracy over various color temperatures. However, Lutron is bringing Ketra to another level with the D2. Taking Aesthetics To A New Level D2 takes everything we love about the recessed
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Embedded Fixture Control Systems like Philips Hue are fixture-based. This means that the smart functionality only works in areas where you install Philips Hue fixtures or bulbs. They sell about 300 different fixtures for the inside and outside of the home. However, if you don’t like the fixtures for some parts of your home, the
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In the world of lighting design, the importance of color accuracy cannot be overstated. From enhancing the ambiance of your home to ensuring accurate representation of your artwork, color accuracy is paramount. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of color-accurate fixtures and explore how they are measured. How Color Accuracy Affects The Appearance
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It can be difficult to wrap your mind around the difference in light mounting styles. There are so many variables that differentiate one light fixture from another that it’s easy to get lost in all the terminology. There are a couple of primary styles for mounting your light fixtures: Flush mount and bezel. In this
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LED home lighting has become the new fixture of choice for residential lighting. They offer a number of benefits over traditional lighting. As people renovate and build their homes, questions about the safety, appropriate usage, and efficiency of LED lighting begin to surface. If you’re new to LED lighting, this comprehensive guide aims to address
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It’s easy to get tempted by cheap fixtures when looking at light fixtures. All you need is some light in your home; who cares if it’s $30 or $130? Trust us, we wish it was that easy too. There are numerous benefits to picking performance LED lighting for your home over budget LED lighting. This
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