Category: Lighting
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Mr. Electric® Offers Smart Back-to-School Power Tips
As families prepare for a new school year filled with virtual learning, smart devices and home office demands, Mr. Electric®, a Neighborly® company, is spotlighting essential electrical upgrades and safety tips to help parents create safe, productive and energy-efficient home environments that meet modern demands. “Back-to-school is the perfect time to ensure your home’s electrical systems…
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Bradley Unveils Elvari Mirror Collection for Washrooms
Bradley, the industry leader in commercial washroom mirrors for over 50 years, proudly announces its complete Elvari® Mirror Collection providing limitless design possibilities. The collection includes an assortment of framed, frameless and LED mirrors in a wide range of styles, colors and sizes for elegantly furnishing any washroom application. Choice of LED, Framed or Frameless…
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Acuity Gets U.S. Patent for Hydrel Flame Luminaires
Acuity Brands Lighting announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted U.S. patent number 12,215,854, which covers luminaires that can implement Hydrel’s Flame Lighting Technique. Hydrel® is an established innovator and provider of outdoor architectural, aquatics and landscape lighting products. The patent was issued on February 4, 2025. Flame is a new play…
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Why Construction Site Theft Is Rising in 2025 — and How Proactive Security Can Stop It
The first half of 2025 has been plagued by economic uncertainty – and that includes the construction industry. Construction spending has taken a dip of about 3.5% year-over-year. On top of that, tariffs on Canadian lumber, which comprises 85% of U.S. lumber imports, are at 14.5% and expected to increase to 34.5%. According to Oxford…
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Acclaim Lighting Debuts Linear XTR H1™ LED Fixtures
Acclaim Lighting, an innovative and advanced lighting technology leader, introduces Linear XTR H1™. This precision-engineered all-weather linear fixture is the brightest Acclaim linear fixture to date and can achieve long runs up to 360 feet on a single driver (109m). Available in both 1’ and 4’ lengths, the linear fixture features a variety of colors, beam…
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Mixing Modern and Vintage Styles at Home
Creative homes are usually built on opposites, especially when it comes to combining old world style with modern design. The harmonious combination of old-fashioned luxury and modern style can make interiors unique and captivating. This fine balance, however, requires a discerning eye that is sensitive to the nuances of texture, color and pattern. Reviving Retro…
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Mixing Modern and Vintage Styles at Home
Creative homes are usually built on opposites, especially when it comes to combining old world style with modern design. The harmonious combination of old-fashioned luxury and modern style can make interiors unique and captivating. This fine balance, however, requires a discerning eye that is sensitive to the nuances of texture, color and pattern. Reviving Retro…
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Landscape lighting techniques: 8 effective methods to try
The best landscape lighting techniques can be used to design a creative look for your garden at night that will turn it into an enchanting space. There are several tricks that are easy to master and they work by accentuating the features you want to draw attention to, and playing down those you don’t. Once…
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Understanding Pool Electrics:What You Need to Know
Swimming pools are a luxurious and enjoyable feature in many residential and commercial properties. However, beyond the shimmering water and elegant design lies a complex system of electrical components that ensure safety, functionality, and convenience. Understanding pool electrics is essential not only for pool owners but also for builders, electricians, and maintenance personnel involved in…