Archive for July, 2010

More Outdoor Sconces

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Murphy Weaver is a professional dilettante, an expert on knowing just enough. Whatever little bits of information he has picked up along the way in life, he is happy to share them.


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This time of year people really notice outdoor lighting. We spend a lot more time outdoors and if you have poor quality lighting, it shows! If your guests are peering hard at their hamburgers to make sure about what they are eating, you know that you need some extra illumination. Alice wrote a while back [...]

The Advantages of a Gooseneck Floor Lamp at Home

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Jake has worked in residential lighting design for 12 years.


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Having a gooseneck floor lamp at home has a lot of advantages.  These lamps have features that make them distinct when compared to the customary, old-school table lamps. A gooseneck floor lamp can twist, flex and elongate, which is why it was named as such.  Gooseneck lamps are equipped with a neck that stretches at [...]

Chandeliers For Your Kitchen Decor

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Murphy Weaver is a professional dilettante, an expert on knowing just enough. Whatever little bits of information he has picked up along the way in life, he is happy to share them.


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Kitchen lighting is very important because you really need to be able to see well to prepare food properly. It’s also a place where you gather and talk about the day. The lighting needs to be adequate, but you’ll also want it to be beautiful to match the decor of the room. One great option [...]

Choosing the Right Antique Ceiling Lights to Transform your Room

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I have an amateur’s interest in lighting. When we first bought our 50 year old house, the fixtures had to be replaced and I was hooked!


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When you think about remodeling your living room or bedroom, what comes to mind? Paint, wallpaper, living room or bedroom furniture, new carpet, curtains etc. What do you think about the lighting? A new lampshade perhaps? Beyond that have you ever considered the impact of really good lighting as a way of transforming your room [...]

Guide to Buying a Brushed Nickel Chandelier

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Murphy Weaver is a professional dilettante, an expert on knowing just enough. Whatever little bits of information he has picked up along the way in life, he is happy to share them.


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Are you looking for a great ceiling fixture that can improve the overall look of your home? If so, then why not consider the integration of a brushed nickel chandelier? This stunning and magnificent lighting fixture has already graced numerous households over the years. Its style and form have evolved ever since  it emerged on [...]

Spruce up Bathroom Space With An Illuminated Bathroom Mirror

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I have an amateur’s interest in lighting. When we first bought our 50 year old house, the fixtures had to be replaced and I was hooked!


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Bathrooms can go from drab to “fab” with a few innovative decorating accents that will aid the process. Many people think of new cabinets or shelving to fix up their bathroom space. An illuminated mirror can brighten up bathroom space and serve as an attractive centerpiece for any bathroom. Some people are using these popular [...]

Popular Types of Black Chandelier Lights

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I have an amateur’s interest in lighting. When we first bought our 50 year old house, the fixtures had to be replaced and I was hooked!


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Black chandelier lights are now widely sold in the market today. In fact, many manufacturers are already producing this kind of ceiling light. Over the years, the design and style of chandeliers have improved immensely. Today, they are sold in types and models that differ greatly in sizes, style, design, motif, and features. Due to [...]