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The Can Converter allows you to modify recessed can lights to hang a ceiling fan, ceiling light, light canopy, swag light, pendant light or just about any other type of light fixture in just minutes. Pretty neat! The one trick: you can only mount to construction cans with bar hangers that will support the new fixture's weight. The Denver Home Improvement...
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The Olympics have been a visual feast so far. With the spectacular opening ceremonies and all of the images of Beijing , I'm inspired to post a couple ideas for working a little Eastern flavor into an interior. These great boxes , made with reclaimed walnut shells, are a quick, inexpensive way to personalize a room. The pieces are a modern, environmentally...
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During these dog days of summer, try using nautical accents at home to conjure up a cool, breezy day by the sea. We noticed Destination Weddings and Honeymoons magazine recently featured these fabulous bookends as decoration for a beach wedding. We agree, but no wedding necessary!
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Blog Apartment Therapy points out what a great choice swag lighting is for renters: Overhead Lighting for Renters: Swag Lamps . The post mentions how easy it is to install swag lighting; all you need is a ceiling hook to hang the lamp and there's no worry about electrical wiring. When you move, take the swag light with you and change back the ceiling...
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Looking for a way to save money and energy? Outdoor lighting with a built-in motion sensor will save you energy, plus add year-round security. Use a two light design centered on a garage or at a house corner to cover large areas, or go with a decorative design for porch and patio areas. What's more, many of the designs are Title 24 Compliant , an important...
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From supermodel and actress to business entrepreneur and charity leader, Kathy Ireland has done it all. In addition to her personal success, her brand was named by Women's Wear Daily as America's 7th most popular. Kathy recently took the time with us to give feedback about herself and her product line. Her inside secret: Don’t be afraid to ask for help...
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We caught up with designer Stacy Garcia by phone and chatted a bit about her design philosophy and her new shade designs on LampsPlus.com. 1. You’re known for your colorful and innovative hospitality industry designs. Is there a lot of difference between designing for the industry and designing for consumers? There has been a lot of overlap between...
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We found these interesting tips about lamp shades by my design secrets blogger Lorrie Browne. Take a look at Shady Lady Lamp Shade Tips .
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Looking for a fast and easy upgrade for your existing lamp shade? Try these new lamp shade slipcovers . Just slip them over your existing shade, cinch up the drawstrings, arrange the folds and you're done. You can trim the ties or create a festive bow with them as you wish. Use the slipcover over a shade to get a fresh look for the summer season, or...
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From Nantucket nautical to luxury seaside, the coastal beach style offers a chic, comfortable look. The style is highly adaptable and offers many regional flavors, from the luxurious look of the Mid-Atlantic regions to Florida tropical and laid-back Californian. Sand and sky pastel color tones are accented with splashes of colorful greens and oranges...
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