Interior Lighting

One solution for a flickering light bulb is to bend the tab in the socket slightly upward to assure a better electrical contact. The fix takes…

Improve the appearance of your recessed lights by simply changing the trim. The task is simple and takes only minutes—no tools needed!

Light up your closet with slim profile fluorescent lights connected to a motion detector switch that activates the lights when you open the…

When fluorescent bulbs go bad, there may be a problem with the fixture. Learn simple repairs for the most common problems.

Learn the new rules for light bulbs being sold in 2012 and how to choose the best bulbs for your home - halogens, fluorescents and LEDs. We'll…

Adding another light using power from an existing switch is possible if the switch box contains a neutral line. Here's what to look for and how…

Light up your shop with inexpensive, 8-ft.long fluorescent light fixtures. With electronic ballasts and bulbs with a color rendering index of…

Learn how to stop IC-rated recessed can lights from cycling on and off—without removing any insulation. Solve the problem with simple,…

Compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) come in a variety of sizes and colors. Learn about different types, where and where not to use them, and how…

Tired of groping for pull chains in the dark? Wireless, piezoelectric switches allow you to control lights using nothing more than the energy…

Replace the ballast when your fluorescent light flickers or makes an annoying hum. The repair will only take about 10 minutes.

Use airtight recessed lights in a cathedral ceiling to prevent heat loss, moisture problems and roof rot. The fixtures are inexpensive.

Older fluorescent light fixtures that flicker or only light up part way may just need a new —a less expensive repair than a bulb. You’ll…

Fix old-house wiring problems. Bring old light fixtures wired with knob-and-tube wiring up to code by installing an electrical box in the…

Change a drab room into a dazzling one with a new overhead light fixture. Here's how to mount that new fixture correctly and safely using…

Give your room a stunning new look and feel by adding DIY recessed lights. Even if you don’t have access to the ceiling from the attic, …

Add drama and beauty with this easy-to-build soffit system and well-placed lighting. This is the ultimate improvement for ordinary ceilings.

Humming dimmer switches are a surprisingly common problem. We’ll show you simple DIY fixes that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.

In about 30 minutes you can repair the electrical wiring in almost any lamp—and make it safe as well.

Before you buy your next light bulb, know when and where halogens are worth the extra money over ordinary incandescent bulbs.