When it comes to designing a beautiful porch, many people will simply add a few chairs and a small table and call it a day. In reality, creating an outdoor space that's inviting and welcoming is a bit ...

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Excessive outdoor lighting leads to light pollution, wasting energy and harming wildlife. Effective outdoor lighting directs light downwards, uses amber or orange bulbs, and keeps brightness to a ...

Thousand Hills State Park superintendent Ryan Persinger poses next to one of the park’s cabins. The flat, square light built into the cabin’s awning behind him produces less light pollution than the ...

Lighting has evolved immensely over the years, from your age-old incandescent bulbs to your modern-day LED offerings. Most new construction’s only offering is the modern LED bulbs and fixtures and ...

While it is typical for porch lights or outdoor house lights to be either a cool or warm white, every now and then you might spot neighbors with a vibrant colored light bulb instead. Between holidays, ...

A porch needs to be inviting —a place that says, “welcome home” and offers a spot to linger on lovely days. But... The post ...

Outdoor lights improve home security and safety, plus they’re relatively inexpensive and tackling installation is typically an easy weekend DIY project. Along with practical applications, outdoor ...

The glow of a porch light does more than light up the night, providing safety and security. It’s a decorative element that adds to your home’s total look, and porch lights are evolving to reflect ...