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		<title>Why Permanent Lighting is the Best Choice for Your Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:47:43 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Everyone might agree that incorporating the proper lighting in their homes equates to an upgraded look and vibe, right?</span></em></h2>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When it comes to illuminating your place, many options are available on the market. However, it can be tough and confusing to choose which is the perfect one for you. You can opt for temporary light solutions for each occasion, or better yet, permanent lighting that offers a lot of other benefits! Read on as we discuss why it&#8217;s the best option for most homeowners.</span></p>
<h3><span style="color: #008000;"><b>1. Less-Hassle Installation</b></span></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the most appealing benefits of this type of <a href="https://betterdecoratingbible.com/2021/07/23/choosing-a-custom-light-design-and-lighting-design-company-in-canada/">lighting</a> is the easy setup. You can avoid the struggle of getting temporary lights and setting them up manually every time you plan a gathering or event. Permanent fixtures stay securely in place, so you can just turn them on with a flick of a switch whenever needed. This gives you an easier way of managing the right atmosphere for your home.</span></p>
<h3><span style="color: #008000;"><b>2. Good Investment</b></span></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The usual ambiance <a href="https://betterhousekeeper.com/2022/02/13/simple-lighting-guide-for-your-home-and-things-you-should-consider/">lighting</a> is priced less than permanent ones. Still, permanent lights are much more reliable and durable than portable lamps and other light sources that require frequent replacements and recharging. They help conserve energy by reducing the need for multiple light sources, which cuts the bill off your energy consumption. It also frees you from the long-term costs of maintenance.</span></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-8482 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/living-room-lighting-tips-and-ideas.jpeg" alt="" width="1050" height="700" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/living-room-lighting-tips-and-ideas.jpeg 1050w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/living-room-lighting-tips-and-ideas-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/living-room-lighting-tips-and-ideas-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/living-room-lighting-tips-and-ideas-1024x683.jpeg 1024w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px" /></p>
<h3><span style="color: #008000;"><b>3. All-Year Great Lighting</b></span></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Like any other lighting option, permanent lights offer a great source of dazzle and sparkle for any day you wish to celebrate. The timeless look allows any space to shine regardless if it is used for general purposes or special occasions.  It is perfect for indoor and outdoor spaces, providing long-lasting fixtures that can endure time. So no matter what season you&#8217;re in, you can always expect to have bright, steady lighting available. If you are ready for the switch, you can contact trusted lighting experts like </span><a href="https://blingle.com/permanent-lighting-service"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Blingle!</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a stress-free upgrade.</span></p>
<h3><span style="color: #008000;"><b>4. Customizable</b></span></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Permanent lighting won&#8217;t back down when it comes to joining the trends with customization. This can offer more versatility and flexibility than temporary lighting solutions. Not only does it provide lasting illumination and style, but it also allows you to control the ambiance of any room in your home, or even outdoors, which can cause every passerby&#8217;s second look. You can use it to make a space look larger or smaller and create different moods in various areas. Since these are designed for long-term use, you don&#8217;t have to worry about size limitations or compatibility issues when installing your fixtures.</span></p>
<h3><span style="color: #008000;"><b><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-12365 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/lighting-design-decor-ideas-how-to-decorate-your-home-with-lights-choose-lighting.png" alt="" width="690" height="459" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/lighting-design-decor-ideas-how-to-decorate-your-home-with-lights-choose-lighting.png 690w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/lighting-design-decor-ideas-how-to-decorate-your-home-with-lights-choose-lighting-300x200.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px" /></b></span></h3>
<h3><span style="color: #008000;"><b>5. Invisible During the Day</b></span></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Outdoor lights are pretty useless in the daytime, and sometimes, they only cause an unpleasant view. However, with permanent fixtures, that is far from your worries as they are made to blend in with your home&#8217;s existing aesthetics. This means that during the day, they can be completely unnoticeable. If you want something discreet, this lighting is ideal as it won&#8217;t draw attention and will still brighten up the area when needed.</span></p>
<h3><span style="color: #008000;"><b>To Sum it Up</b></span></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Permanent lighting is the way to go when it comes to efficient home lighting solutions. With these fixtures, you can enjoy worry-free illumination all year round whilst potentially saving energy and money in the process! Not only are you investing in a long-term solution, but you&#8217;re also contributing to a greener environment while improving your home&#8217;s overall look and feel. So what are you waiting for? Invest in permanent lights today and see how much of an impact it makes on your home.</span></p>
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		<title>Lighting Design: 6 Things You Should Know About It</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2022 07:51:52 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><em>If you want to create a stylish room, pay attention to how you choose your lighting &#8211; here&#8217;s how!</em></h2>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Many of us take the lighting of our homes for granted, simply flicking a switch whenever we enter a new room. However, if you want to create a stylish environment that is ideal for both your decorations and comfort, it is vitally important that you pay just as much attention to the type and quality of lighting in your home as you do in choosing light fixtures. This article will help you understand the basics of lighting design so that you can create a more stylish, comfortable home.</span></p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #008000;">Using Lighting to Accentuate a Particular Style</span></strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lighting is perhaps one of the most effective ways to accentuate any design style you particularly like. For example, if your living room has a baroque feel then chandeliers might work perfectly for you. They are attractive and also help to draw attention to the finer decorative features on your ceiling, as you can </span><a href="https://alti.com.au/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">learn more about that here</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> if you wish. Conversely, contemporary lighting can be far more subtle than other types so it won&#8217;t jar with the minimalistic decor in this type of space. You must consider both your tastes and those of any future occupants when choosing which designs will best suit your home. </span></p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #008000;">Quality of Light</span></strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lighting design is the process of using light to highlight, create or enhance a space. It can be used to create different moods within the same room so it&#8217;s important to prioritize your lighting needs depending on what you wish to achieve with it. Quality of light is an extremely important aspect of any <a href="https://betterdecoratingbible.com/2021/07/23/choosing-a-custom-light-design-and-lighting-design-company-in-canada/">lighting design</a> and must be considered carefully before beginning. You may wish to create either soft diffused lighting for decoration or bright directional light for use when working at home. This will depend on both your interior decorating style and also the practicalities involved in your living environment. Some people prefer bright lights while others like more muted tones that aren&#8217;t too harsh. The most common options are spotlights, ceiling lights, and table lamps.</span></p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #008000;">The Benefits of Task Lighting</span></strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Task lighting refers to lights that are used for specific practical purposes such as reading, writing, or sewing. However good your general lighting is, if you only have task lighting in certain areas then you will always feel like you&#8217;re fumbling around in the dark when trying to do something in a different part of the room. Task lighting is very common in kitchens where you need bright lights above work surfaces and also in bathrooms which often need good lighting for shaving or putting on makeup. You can also purchase table lamps that have a flexible neck so that they can be adjusted to fit any surface. Task lighting can be an effective way to add extra light to any room without causing discomfort from glare.</span></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-12365 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/lighting-design-decor-ideas-how-to-decorate-your-home-with-lights-choose-lighting.png" alt="" width="690" height="459" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/lighting-design-decor-ideas-how-to-decorate-your-home-with-lights-choose-lighting.png 690w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/lighting-design-decor-ideas-how-to-decorate-your-home-with-lights-choose-lighting-300x200.png 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px" /></p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #008000;">Maintenance Requirements</span></strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to considering your style preferences and </span><a href="https://www.forbes.com/home-improvement/interior/top-interior-design-trends-2022/" rel="nofollow"><span style="font-weight: 400;">interior decorating</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> goals, you must consider how much maintenance each design requires and whether you&#8217;re willing to put in the work to keep them looking their best. For example, a chandelier requires a lot of intensive cleaning and also fine jewelry polishing if you want it to stay bright and shiny. Ceiling lights may be slightly less high maintenance but they will also show up any dirt on the ceiling so these must still be kept clean. Conversely, a table lamp is easy to wipe over and doesn&#8217;t need much in the way of cleaning or maintenance.</span></p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #008000;">The Benefits of Soft Lighting</span></strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The benefits of soft lighting have been discussed at length by interior designers for many years. Although bright directional light is often necessary for working purposes, it tends not to compliment decoration very well because of its harsh quality &#8211; especially when pointed directly at particular surfaces or objects that you wish to highlight. On the other hand, diffused lighting helps provide a more subtle look that allows decorative features such as paintings and sculptures to stand out more from the surrounding environment. Softer lighting is also more flattering on people since it reduces problems with shadows under the nose and chin.</span></p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #008000;">Dimmability is More Important Than You Might Think</span></strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Although there are many different benefits to soft lighting, you should bear in mind that it does have one major drawback &#8211; you won&#8217;t always need this much light so it can be wasteful if your light fixtures are still glowing brightly when they aren&#8217;t needed. A dimmer switch will solve this problem by allowing you to set exactly how much light you want at any given time without wasting energy on unnecessary levels of illumination. Most modern LED bulbs already come with dimmers but some types may not work well on certain dimmers so check this first if you&#8217;re having issues with low brightness.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lighting is an important consideration when designing your home because it has the power to completely transform the look of any given room. By choosing a suitable style and taking into account your personal preferences as well as those of future occupants you should be able to create a lovely atmosphere for yourself and others to enjoy.</span></p>
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		<title>Stylish Home Lighting Ideas for 2021</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 15:45:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[With each new year that comes around the way in which we style and model our homes changes and this...]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 class="Body"><em>With each new year that comes around the way in which we style and model our homes changes and this year is no different!</em></h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span id="more-9606"></span><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-9612 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg" alt="" width="675" height="900" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg 675w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021-225x300.jpeg 225w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 675px) 100vw, 675px" /><em>Photos By: Unsplash</em></p>
<p class="Body">Today we are going to focus on lighting in particular and take a look at what particular trends and styles are going to be hot in the year 2021. If you are looking to remodel your home then here are just some of the cool lighting ideas which you could explore, which promise to illuminate, radiate and add some serious style to your home.</p>
<h3 class="Body"><span style="color: #008000;"><b>Make It The Centrepiece</b></span></h3>
<p class="Body">This year we are going to see the emergence lighting not so much as a complimentary piece or an afterthought, but as the key focal point of the room. In areas such as the dining room and living room we are going to see low hanging, large scale lighting which will become a talking point all on its own. This is expected to feature low level lighting with delicious shade and pendulum designs.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-9611 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/1-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg" alt="" width="634" height="951" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/1-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg 634w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/1-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021-200x300.jpeg 200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px" /></p>
<h3 class="Body"><span style="color: #008000;"><b>Hollywood Style</b></span></h3>
<p class="Body">Much like the Hollywood style vanity dresser, this year we are going to see bathrooms and makeup tables glowing with mirrors that are lit up for style and function. Take a look at the <a href="https://www.clearlightdesigns.com.au/lighted-mirror/"><span class="Hyperlink0">custom designed LED mirrors from Clearlight</span></a> to get a really good idea for what we can expect this year from a style point of view, it certainly will not disappoint and homes can start to bring some real style quality in this year.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-9610 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg" alt="" width="634" height="951" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg 634w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021-200x300.jpeg 200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px" /></p>
<h3 class="Body"><span style="color: #008000;"><b>Statement Lamps </b></span></h3>
<p class="Body">Normally we like to keep our table lamps on the subtle side of things, sleek, single arm lamps which serve the purposes of adding some low level <a href="https://betterhousekeeper.com/2020/10/02/3-home-office-lighting-trends-that-boost-productivity/">lighting</a>, but not this year. In something of a throwback to those 70s styles, we are expecting to see big and bold table lamps which have real character to them and which catch the eye for more than their ability to illuminate.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-9608 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/4-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg" alt="" width="663" height="914" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/4-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg 663w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/4-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021-218x300.jpeg 218w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 663px) 100vw, 663px" /></p>
<h3 class="Body"><span style="color: #008000;"><b>Colourful Options </b></span></h3>
<p class="Body">Over the last decade or so we have seen a real move towards the natural, linen-style look to our homes with regards to lighting, that soft and natural feel which offers a warm feeling. This too will soon become a thing of the past as we invite real splashes of patterned colour into the home through imaginative lampshades and quirky designed pieces. Bright colours and cool designs are going to be the ultimate look in bedrooms this year.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-9609 size-full" src="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/3-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg" alt="" width="634" height="951" srcset="https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/3-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021.jpeg 634w, https://betterhousekeeper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/3-lighting-ideas-and-decorating-ideas-for-2021-200x300.jpeg 200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px" /></p>
<h3 class="Body"><span style="color: #008000;"><b>Lava Lamps</b></span></h3>
<p class="Body">You have read this correctly, this will be the year that the lava lamp returns and once again becomes cool. No longer will this delightful bubble lamp <a href="https://betterdecoratingbible.com/2020/12/30/modern-interior-design-elements-homebuyers-fall-in-love-with/">design</a> by reserved for the oddballs and dreamers of the world, this year they are going to be style central. The look that many are going for is multiple lava lamps that will bounce vibrant and warm colours throughout the room, offering a calming and warm vibe, just like they did back when they were first designed decades ago.</p>
<p class="Body">These are the lighting styles which we are expecting this year, which one will you look to incorporate into your home?</p>
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