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This Monitor Light Bar Offers Task Lighting for Late-Night Computer Work

A monitor light bar offers task lighting for late-night computer work, and it will completely transform your productivity as a night owl.

How to Build Faux Basement Windows That Provide Real Light

This project uses a slim LED light panel mounted in a simple frame to give you light and the illusion...


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8 Ways To Add More Natural Light In Your Basement

Does your gloomy basement have you feeling down in the dumps? Here are some ways to cheer things up with...


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12 Home Office Lighting Ideas

Create a work environment that's beautiful and functional, too, with inspiration taken from these lighting ideas.


3 Types of Kitchen Track Lighting

Tired of cooking in the dark? Kitchen track lighting provides multiple light sources, without the hassle of installing multiple fixtures.

14 Over Kitchen Sink Lights That Are Functional and Stylish

From pendants to flush mounts, modern to classic, the right over kitchen sink light adds style and brightens up your...


The Headlamp I Never Knew I Needed

This top-notch Fenix HM65r headlamp showed me the light when I thought my old headlamp was fine.

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What’s a Bladeless Ceiling Fan and Does It Really Work?

Ever hear of a bladeless ceiling fan?  Neither had I.  So we tried one out, and I have to say...


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Brighten Up Any Project with the Family Handyman Approved Nebo Omni 2k Work Light

Looking for an addition to your toolbox that shines? Try the compact, bright and long-lasting Nebo Omni 2k work light.


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Tips for Choosing the Best Bedroom Lighting

Make your bedroom a sanctuary — one that has functional, useful and decorative lighting — with these nine expert tips.


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9 Best Kitchen Light Fixtures

Make your kitchen warm, inviting and tailored to the tasks at hand with these best-of kitchen light fixtures.

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The Best Bedroom Ceiling Lights

The bedroom of your dreams awaits. Set the mood with just the right light.


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Bathroom Light Fixtures Buying Guide

Bathroom lighting merits as much attention as in any other room. For safety, utility and relaxation, choose bathroom light fixtures...


How To Replace the Heating Element in an Electric Oven

Electric oven heating element replacement is a surprisingly simply DIY fix. Here's everything you need to know.


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10 Kitchen Lighting Design Ideas

Add brightness and style to your kitchen with these lighting ideas from Instagram.


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Buyer’s Guide to LED Lights For the Bedroom

The right LED lighting in the bedroom can create an inviting atmosphere that promotes calm, relaxation and, of course, sleep.

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10 Bedroom Lighting Ideas to Give Your Space a Fresh Look

Bedroom lighting is often overlooked. These lighting ideas provide the visibility you need from dawn to dusk.


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How To Choose the Best Bathroom Light Fixtures

New bathroom light fixtures can radically change the look of a bathroom, from sparse and utilitarian to warm and luxurious.


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Bathroom Chandeliers: What To Know Before You Buy

These trendy light fixtures don’t work in every bathroom. But when they’re right, they’re really right.


7 Best Bathroom Vanity Lighting to Liven Your Space in 2023

Choosing the best bathroom vanity lighting requires balancing dimensions, design and desired task lighting.


12 Best Bathroom Lighting Design Ideas

Give your bathroom a fresh look with these bright (pun intended) bathroom lighting ideas!


5 Best Bathroom Shower Lights

These are the best shower light deals on the market.


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....


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Light Up Your Garage With Flair

A combination of showroom and task lighting does it best


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7 Bright Ideas For Lighting Under Your Bed

Hot and on-trend, under bed lighting adds a wow factor to your slumber spaces. Whether you're looking for LED or...

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The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners

From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.


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12 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $100

A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some...


11 Living Room Lighting Ideas We Love

No matter what type of lighting you need, here are some living room lighting ideas to inspire you.


Electrical Code Requirements for Islands and Peninsulas 

If the title of this topic has you daydreaming about a tropical island or peninsula somewhere in the Caribbean Sea,...


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A How-To Guide on Fluorescent Light Ballast Replacements

Stop fluorescent lights from flickering and humming with a new ballast.