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One of the most important things to consider when you’re thinking about buying lights or ceiling fans is the size. It’s especially important when you’re buying online, where you can’t see the fixtures in a space beforehand to understand the dimensions. You don’t want to buy a fixture that’s too small and looks really...
Adding new lamps to your home is a super easy way to make a big style impact! That’s why it’s really important to make sure you pick out the right size for a lamp. One that’s too small won’t work well and one that’s too big will overpower the room—plus, wrongly-sized lamps will need...
There are lots of different ways to illuminate your great outdoors! You can use outdoor wall lights by a door, hang outdoor pendants or chandeliers, light the way home with path lights, announce your home with post lights—or do some or even all of those things. Are you asking yourself “how big should my...
Wall sconces are brilliantly helpful little fixtures that can be used in so many different rooms of your home. Because they shine light around face level, they are awesome at adding extra touches of light for when overhead ambient lights don’t quite do the job. Our guide to wall sconce sizing is designed to...
A well‑sized ceiling fan cools efficiently, adds style, and saves on energy. But picking the wrong size can leave your space uncomfortable – or visually imbalanced. Below, we’ve answered all your burning questions so you can choose the perfect fan. Frequently Asked Ceiling Fan Sizing Questions: How do I determine the right ceiling fan...
The humble, hard-working bathroom plays host to many things: the start of your day, the end of your day, makeup application, outfit checking, minor first aid – and a space that does so much deserves great, correctly-sized lighting. With our Complete Bath Light Sizing Guide, you’ll be able to find bath lighting that works...
Pendant lights are some of the most versatile fixtures you can use—perfect for kitchen islands, dining tables, entryways, reading nooks, and more. But how do you know what size to choose, how high to hang them, or how far apart to space them? We’ve answered the most common questions so you can size and...
Are you thinking of buying a new chandelier? Then it’s important for you to know the measurements of the space where you’re planning to use it! Keeping everything in proportion is crucial because a too-small chandelier will look puny in your room while a too-big chandelier will totally overwhelm the room. Plus, if you...
Looking to buy a crystal chandelier or any other light fixture that uses crystals? Do you already own crystal lighting? Either way, this guide to chandelier crystals will tell you everything you need to know about those pretty little sparklers—including, perhaps most importantly, how to clean them so they keep looking their best. Chandelier...
Create a beautiful first impression outside your home with outdoor lights. Available in more styles and types than ever before, no matter what style you like, you’re going to find outdoor lights that are perfect for your needs and wants. Our complete outdoor lighting guide is a must-read before you embark on a lighting...
