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A Panelized Home: Creating the Lighting Plan
The proper lighting and the ability to control each layer of light is the key to composing a stunning visual environment. |
 
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An Overview of the Home's Structured Wiring System
Bob and Tim Woods from the Internet Home Alliance meet in the kitchen. Tim details the Home Director structured wiring ... |
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Clean House = Lower Bills
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
It may seem like a bit of a stretch to think of housework as a money-saving ... |
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Compact Fluorescent Bulbs
These compact fluorescent bulbs are four times more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs and provide the same lighting.
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Discussing Different Types of Lighting
In this segment Bob Vila meets with lighting designer Markus Earley who explains the differences between different sorts of ... |
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Energy-Wise Lighting Fixtures
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
We all know that switching to fluorescent lighting saves energy and money. But ... |
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Fiber Optic Lighting
When lighting a sloped wall or a tight space, consider fiber optics. Light from a projector travels through fiber optic ... |
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Glass Block Walls
Glass block walls are a great design feature that let extra sunlight into any room in your home, while still providing a ... |
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Green Homes Special Series: Part Four: Lighting
Put your home in the best light, use less energy and create a healthier living environment with eco-friendly lighting options. ... |
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HCR Flourescent Bulbs
High-color-rendering fluorescent bulbs can enhance artwork. The color rendering of a light source describes the ability to ... |
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Home Energy Audits
A home energy audit is the first step to assess how much energy your home consumes, and to evaluate what measures you can take ... |
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Home Security Systems
From monitoring elderly relatives and teens to turning off water that has caused a leak, home security systems now perform a ... |
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Installing a Dimmer
A dimmer can be an energy-efficient alternative to a regular light switch. |
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Installing a Granite Tub Surround, In-Floor Heat, and Fiber Optic Lighting
House eleven of the Elmwood project continues. A granite tub surround is installed as well as a unique fiber optic lighting ... |
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Light Paint
Decorate with pale colors on walls, ceilings and floors. Soft tones reflect more light, so you can use lower wattage bulbs and ... |
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Lighting Design Discussed
Bob shows a complete proper lighting plan of the loft project and meets Shawn and Bill from Driscol Electric who are hanging a ... |
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Lightlolier Tech Center Tour
Behind the Scenes - Loft Conversion |
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Making Custom Lampshades
Local artist Linda Gavin is on site creating custom lampshades. Gavin uses a piercing and painting technique to create ... |
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Outdoor Home Lighting:Creating a Safe, Secure and Beautiful Exterior
Good exterior lighting can keep you safe as you move around your property, help deter crime and highlight the beautiful ... |
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Realistic Bids
When comparing bids from contractors, be sure that the amounts allotted for flooring and lighting are realistic. |
