Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Person installing light into ceiling hole - Banksphotos/Getty Images From wiring issues to selecting the wrong fixture, there is a ...

Q: My house had roof leaks, which are fixed, and the ceiling is damaged. Instead of fixing it, I plan to install a dropped ceiling and use it as a media room. Is this easy to do and good for acoustics ...

If you’re considering updating the lighting in your home to a more cost-effective and energy-efficient option, you might be wondering what to look for in a new ceiling light. While the market is ...

They are finely balanced and less likely to wobble. They also tend to have better finishes and more elaborate light kits. Installing a ceiling fan is a breeze. For now, we’ll assume that a light ...

It might be a design cliche, but good lighting truly is everything. Lighting affects the ambiance and mood of a space — get it right and the whole look of your interiors will improve. These are my top ...

Dear Jamie: For task lighting over a computer work area, recessed LED lighting is an excellent choice. Having the light focused down from overhead is ideal for a computer station in a multiuse area, ...

There’s really no problem in replacing an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan in terms of the electrical needs. But what you really have to be careful of is to make sure the electrical box that ...