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Tips for buying lampshades

The best way to buy a lampshade is to bring the lamp base with you in order to fit it properly
The way to measure a lampshade is to measure (1 ) the diameter of the top. (2) the diameter of the bottom, and (3) the side height. You also need to measure the (4) drop of the wire frame inside the lampshade.
By changing the harp on lamps or adding risers, you can accommodate a wider range of lampshades.
Enhance your preexisting chandelier with small, clip-on 1ampshades.

Tips for buying a ceiling fan

Bigger rooms need bigger fans. Choose a 56", 60" or two 52" fans for rooms 225-400 square feet in size. For rooms 100-225 sq. ft., select a 52" fan. Pick a 42 or 44" fan for rooms 64-100 sq. ft. Rooms smaller that 64 sq. ft. can use a 29 or 32" fan.
Ceiling height is also important when choosing a fan. For safety, blades should be at last 7 feet above the floor. A blade height of 8-9 feet is optimal.
A large motor makes for longer life, greater efficiency, and better air circulation. Also the amount of air moved depends on the blade pitch. Good quality will be set at 12-16 degree angle for maximum air movement.
When adding a fan to the bathroom or patio, look for one specifically designed and UL listed for wet locations.
Ceiling fans and light kits come in all designs and finishes to meet the needs of any decor.

Tips for lighting the dining room

A chandelier is the focal point of the dining room. The dining table serves as your measuring guide, take half the width and you may exceed this by 6 inches to purchase the appropriate fixture diameter. Also the fixture should be hung 32-36 inches above the table's surface.
A sideboard can be flanked with wall sconces on either side. A pair of buffet lamps can give the same effect.
Recessed or track lighting provides general light and also enables you to highlight artwork or family portraits throughout the room.
Dimmer switches can create a particular mood or room setting to your liking for any occasion.

Tips for lighting the kitchen

At-the sink and range, an individual recessed downlight will provide adequate task lighting.
Recessed or track lighting can be implemented throughout the kitchen to provide well focused, general lighting while minimizing shadows.
Under cabinet lighting is ideal for countertops. Fixtures range in size from 8-40 inches and should be mounted as close to the front of the cabinets as possible to avoid glare from counter work surfaces.
Kitchen islands and peninsulas can be lighted with decorative pendants. These are usually installed with 36 inches between the countertop and the bottom of the fixture.
The diameter of kitchen fixtures should not exceed half the width of the table. They should be installed 30-32 inches above the tabletop.

Tips for lighting the bathroom

For larger vanity and mirror applications it may be desirable to select a single larger fixture up to the full width of the vanity. Or you may decide to use two fixtures, one over each sink.
Smaller mirrors can be illuminated with side fixtures which should be about 60 inches above floor height.
Tub and shower enclosures can be adequately lit from above with an enclosed, damp-location recessed downlight.

Tips for buying portable lighting

Table lamps for end tables typically range in height from 28-36 inches. For nightstands 18-25 inches.
In bedrooms, you use wall swing arm lamps instead, so not to use up space on your nightstand.
Floor lamps range from 57-60 inches tall. Six way floor lamps provide the most light, swing arm floor lamps are used beside chairs to provide reading light.
Torchieres are used to provide. general lighting in a room.

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