Choose The Correct Light Bulb Wattage

Young happy woman twists a light bulb in the kitchen lamp with the correct light bulb wattage.

When a light bulb burns out, you may grab a replacement without considering its wattage. But there’s a risk of fire if a light bulb’s wattage exceeds what the light fixture or lamp allows. So let’s shed some light on light bulb wattage requirements. There’s a maximum wattage warning? It might come as a mild […]

May To-Do List – 10 Chores to Gear-up for Summer

Photo of a smiling black woman washing windows as part of her May To-Do list chores.

Before shifting gears into summer, here’s a handy list of chores for the busy homeowner. See if you can beat that Memorial Day deadline. Before the heat becomes unbearable, tackle all that clutter hiding in the attic. Pass along unused items to family and friends or donate to a worthy charity in your area. Recycle […]

Best Bathroom Lighting Ideas

Bathroom lighting shown in various areas of a modern bath including shower, tub, sink and toilet area.

Since your bathroom is where you prepare to meet the day, good bathroom lighting is essential to looking your best. Here’s how to illuminate this important part of your home. Areas to be lit Three areas in your bathroom need appropriate lighting. The most important is the vanity. Good lighting is crucial here, since the […]

Should I Switch to LED Light Bulbs?

Decorative antique edison style LED light bulbs against brick wall background.

Cheaper than ever before, LED light bulbs are surging in popularity in American households. Not only do they save money on energy, but they also last far longer than traditional and CFL bulbs. Is it time for you to switch to LEDs? Incandescent Versus LED Versus CFL The old-fashioned incandescent light bulb historically has been […]

Make Your Outdoor Christmas Lights Shine Bright

Outdoor Christmas lights around windows and roof lines of red house with white trim.

Outdoor Christmas lights can transform your home into an enchanting place. New choices in lighting allow you to create a memorably beautiful display while also saving money. Here’s how. The revolution in holiday lighting Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights are the latest trend in residential holiday lighting. These new lights cost more upfront than incandescents, […]

Are You Ready to Toss the Tangled Old Christmas Lights for New LEDs?

It’s time to decorate for Christmas but do you really want to struggle with that twisted and tangled mess of incandescent lights? Or is it time to invest in the newer LED types for your Christmas tree? LEDs vs. incandescents.  We all grew up with strings of incandescent Christmas lights, but they are quickly being […]

Is It Time to Toss the Old Outdoor Christmas Lights?

The Christmas season is here and it’s time to decorate. Should you pull those tangled old strings of incandescent lights from the attic for another year, or opt for the newer LED types.  Let’s explore cool trends in outdoor holiday decorations that will earn you the Clark Griswald seal of approval. Incandescent versus LED. Old-school […]