Home Lighting Ideas For The Indoors And Deck
Today, as trends change, and energy efficiency has beome a necessity. Lighting is an important feature to any home not only to serve as a necessary function, but to be an addition to the home decor. Many of the new home designs, and remodeling projects lean not only towards open space, but more windows, and patio doors which will brighten homes with natural light. The new home owners want "Bright rooms." Not all of us are afforded the ability to have plenty of natural light, but the alternatives do not have to be drab.
One of the most energy efficient items we can have in our home is the ceiling fan. Choosing a fan which will turn clockwise and counterclockwise aids in not only circulating air but adds to energy savings as well. The theory is that the counter clockwise position will allow the fans to bring cold air up, cooling the room. Since hot air rises, the clockwise position will drive the hot air from the ceiling downwards to aid in heating the room. Because of the way that these features work, the idea is that the furnace and air conditioner will run less, therefore saving energy. Purchasing a fan with a 3-way switch allows for the light and fan to run separately. 5 Star energy ratings should be a consideration when purchasing a ceiling fan whether for indoors or out.
Dining room chandeliers are common place but not popular due to multiple light bulbs, as well as the pendants. Although many are absolutely breathtaking, the cleaning is to time consuming for the busy lifestyle of today. An option to chandeliers is the pendant lamp which act as great accents to any decor. Quoizel has an array of lighting suitable for every room in the home. The Kendra Pendant lamp is perfect for dining area, with its mottled silver finish with a blotted look, and pearly mica shades covering 4-60 watt bulbs.
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Another popular area of the home is the deck or patio. Home Improvement centers such as Home Depot carry an assortment of outdoors lights for the home, as well as the deck and patio. String lights, tiki lights, come in an array of designs which will add light and color to your patio or deck parties. Lamps and other overhead light fixtures, are no longer for the indoors. They are becoming a welcomed addition for tables outside. One pricey but gorgeous and different lamp is the Carolyn Kinder Slate Outdoor lamp made from hand carved slate with copper inlays and a brushed suede bell shaped shade. There are endless ideas for efficient home lighting, while adding the finishing touch indoors, for the patio or deck, as well as those which will be highly functional while adding curb appeal. |
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