Once a year, countless homeowners go through the age-old ritual of spring cleaning. While dusting off the cobwebs is part of the process for most, upgrading actual household hardware goes ignored far too often. Spring cleaning is the perfect time to make any home more efficient. These quick system and appliance upgrades are a great way to modernize your own house. Air … [Read more...] about 5 spring appliance upgrades for a more efficient home
Light Bulbs
Lighting: beyond just changing bulbs
Anyone can buy an ordinary white light bulb, but lighting can make a fashion statement in your home just as easily. Besides, a home is not a dental office, so why light it that way? Lighting can create more drama for less money than redecorating, and it’s much easier to change. Take a look at the living room. Focus your efforts on one room at a time, starting with the … [Read more...] about Lighting: beyond just changing bulbs
Which type of light bulb is right for you?
Pick the Right Bulb and Light Up Your Life Which type of light bulb is right for you? Incandescent bulbs are no longer the only option for lighting. They do cost less up front, but a compact fluorescent or LED light bulb can put $20,000 in your pocket throughout the 60,000 hours of its lifetime. Incandescent bulbs have essentially had the same design since their invention … [Read more...] about Which type of light bulb is right for you?