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Summary:
An informative series about do-it-yourself lighting for the home that will reveal several options for improving your home lighting. This guide will help educate you about several options and styles available for your next home improvement project. © By: Dave Rongey |
Your Guide to Do-It-Yourself Lighting for the Home
Topics including:
Recessed Lighting
The Basics of installing Recessed Lighting
Under cabinet Lighting
The Basics of installing Under cabinet Lighting
These articles also include:
Job notes from lighting projects
Electrical codes for lighting
Tools used to install lighting
Home lighting materials
Install and Wire Light Fixtures |
How to Install Recessed LightingThe basic finish of the installed recessed light fixture with the light socket mounting plate which may be adjusted or removed for the light socket plate assembly to prepare for the light trim. |
Recessed Lighting PlacementOptions for placing and installing recessed lighting Wall wash recessed lighting for a special room, Kitchen recessed lighting for a clean appearance, Above window recessed lighting brightens up the day, Hallway recessed lighting provides a safe passageway, Fireplace recessed lighting will add extra warmth and glow. |
Under Cabinet Kitchen LightsUnder cabinet lighting will blend well with other lighting and provide a soft level of light to enhance your kitchen countertops and will balance the kitchen lighting and help to lighten up dark corners. |
How to Install Under Cabinet LightsStep-by-Step Pictures Installation Guide Pre-wiring for under cabinet lights, Selecting the right under cabinet lights, Mounting Hardware for the under cabinet lights, Locating the under cabinet lights, Finished under cabinet light project. |
Kitchen Lighting and VentilationKitchen task lighting will promote safety while accent lighting will enhance your kitchen. A well ventilated kitchen will prevent odors from entering other areas of the home. |
Types Of Outdoor Garden LightingThere are many types and styles of outdoor lighting. Consider these different types of light fixtures when planning your outdoor home lighting project. |
Outdoor Motion FixturesInstalling motion detector lighting fixtures provide security and energy savings and they can easily replace an existing exterior wall fixture. |
Motion DetectorsMotion detector heads can be purchased and added to existing fixtures that have the appropriate fixture adapter cover. If you wish, you can build your own fixture just by selecting the compatible parts from your hardware store. Make sure all the parts are rated for exterior use. |
Lighting Covered StairsCovered stairways are an access point for many homes and adequate lighting is essential to provide safety and security in these areas. |
Light BulbsLighting with a variety of light bulbs compliments all the rooms or your home and gives you the ability to set the kind of mood and appeal you desire. |
Learn About Lighting For The HomeLearn about The Science of Light and Lighting for Homes. |
Home Lighting ArticlesHome Lighting Articles covering recessed lighting, under cabinet lighting, lighting terminology and more. |
Home Garden SystemsMake your home garden come alive with outdoor lighting and keep the yard green by installing a water sprinkler control system. |
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