These days, homeowners are clamoring for pendants that hang from the ceiling, moody undercabinet lighting, recessed lighting and outdoor path lights that illuminate the edge of the front walk. Of ...
Each of the three basic types of light sources — incandescent, fluorescent, and HID — has its own particular applications and advantages. The proper selection of a lamp type will ultimately depend on ...
The use of low-voltage lighting systems has become increasingly popular over the past several years. In fact, low-voltage halogen and xenon lighting systems can be found in almost any setting — from ...
Q: I’m going to tackle rebuilding my deck soon and have seen lots of photos of low-voltage deck lighting. I’m afraid of electricity and don’t feel I have the skills to do this part of the project. Can ...
Q: I want efficient outdoor lights for entertaining, highlighting my gardens and security. I plan to install them myself to save money. Will low-voltage lights increase my electric bills more than ...
After more than one hundred thirty years since the invention of the light bulb landscape designers and homeowners alike have figured out that using a bunch of little accent lights strategically placed ...
Q: I'm planning to rebuild my deck soon and have seen lots of photos of low-voltage deck lighting. I don't think that I have the skills to do this part of the project. Can you impart any wisdom that ...
This article was originally published in March 2017 on the Residential Lighting website. Residential Lighting was the precursor to Furniture, Lighting & Decor. The magazine ran for 25 years and was a ...
Q: I’m going to tackle rebuilding my deck soon and have seen lots of photos of low-voltage deck lighting. I’m afraid of electricity and don’t feel I have the skills to do this part of the project. Can ...
Most modern smart dimmers work just fine with modern LED bulbs, but if your home has advanced low-voltage applications such as undercabinet, track, accent, and tape lighting—or you’re planning to ...
This voltage regulator delivers smooth control of a constant voltage from 0 to 8 V. It protects the load against short circuits and indicates connection, overload, and output level. The series chain ...
The key to creating a well-illuminated outdoor space – regardless of cost – is to highlight features and create visual contrast, says Marilyn O’Brien, assistant showroom manager for Wolberg Electrical ...