One of the crucial factors of a home when trying to sell is curb appeal. There are lots of homes on the market today, and the only way to get someone to purchase yours is to attract attention; take a step back and evaluate your home, and one area that usually needs more attention is that of home lighting.
The first step you should take is to have your realtor take a look at your home and present ideas on how to improve the curb appeal. Ask what home lighting trends are popular in the area and what the possible buyers will be looking for in your home.
Here are a few simple tips to improve your home lighting, and therefore increase the appeal to the buyer:
A great first step is to add outdoor lighting. Walkways, driveways, and sitting areas should get the attention first. Small, solar-powered lamps highlighting the driveway or walkway illuminate the path for safety as well as for decoration.
Use up-lighting to accentuate the architecture or landscaping elements that set your home apart. This lighting will pull the buyer’s eyes toward parts of your home which really set it apart from those around it.
Take proper care of the lawn and landscaping, including the lighting, so that the buyer’s interest is not lost before they even enter the home. A possible buyer entering the home on a good note is much more likely to buy than one already dissatisfied.
Pay attention to interior lighting trends such as dimmers, which add to the functionality of the existing light fixtures. Small details like this show that you care about the home, and possible buyers will note this.
Replace old, worn, out of style light fixtures with more contemporary, energy-efficient options such as track lighting. Upgraded lighting in the home will accent your interior architecture and make the home feel more comfortable. It will also show the possible buyer that they will have to spend less money to renovate the interior.
In summary, keep the home lighting design simple; do not overwhelm the possible buyer, but instead grab their interest and use these small tools to set yourself apart from the competition.
After gaining two generations of furniture manufacturing experience, Bob and Belle Cooper stepped out on their own to establish The Uttermost Company in 1975.Today, the Uttermost Company is still 100 percent owned by the Cooper family, with Mac and Taz Cooper managing the business with a prestigious management team behind them.
Uttermost is best known for their home décor.They are able to proudly stand behind their wide-ranging lines of mirrors, art, metal wall art, and clocks because of their stellar manufacturing processes.Uttermost does not carry two pieces of art that look the exact same; professionals use their years of experience when crafting each piece of art and metal wall art, thus creating a completely original piece every time.Uttermost’s commitment is evident in the pride that every artist takes in his or her work, which translates into superior quality home décor for the consumer.
One of Uttermost’s most distinguishing features in their lines of art and mirrors are the frames.The commitment to excellence at Uttermost has led them to two styles of frames – carved wood and molded polyurethane.With the time-tested manufacturing process, the only difference between the two options is price.The molded polyurethane frame feels and looks just like wood.Uttermost also offers frames in wrought iron or forged steel for certain pieces of art.
The finish is just as important as the frame itself to Uttermost.This is evident in the different styles of finishes that Uttermost offers.The most simple finishes come in one layer; however, the more attractive and elegant finishes require numerous steps which can include hand-laid metal leaf and hand-antiquing, which means that each frame is also one of a kind, just like the art.
In making a name for themselves as a manufacturer, Uttermost has developed quite a following of dedicated customers thanks to their superior quality products.
Not everyone has the money to enlist someone to help us in planning our home lighting renovations, so we at LightingSale.com have prepared some useful tips for you to utilize when designing your own home lighting project.
Always remember the purpose of the room. Lighting fixtures in the home should always match up with the purpose of the room. This seems like a simple point, but it is often overlooked when re-evaluating interior lighting design. Home lighting should be both functional and beautiful. Keep the purpose of the room in mind, and work with that when looking at lights. For example, dimming lights in a television/entertainment room are both functional and they add to the experience of the room.
Accent lighting is what makes your home feel like your own. Accent lights are well-placed fixtures, usually wall sconces, table lamps, under-cabinet lights, or pendants, which illuminate the special characteristics of your home. Wall sconces, for example, come in a multitude of styles, so you are sure to find one that fits with the home lighting theme you have in mind.
Investigate features that can be added on to existing light fixtures. Shades, crystal, or different bulbs can dramatically change the way a light looks and the kind of light it produces, usually for a fraction of the cost of a new light fixture. Changing from normal white light bulbs to flickering candle styled bulbs can make a room more inviting by softening the light. This strategy also allows the home owner to “customize” the fixtures already in place.
Do it yourself if possible. Oftentimes, lights can be easily installed with the provided directions, which saves you both time and money by avoiding the hassle of bringing in a contractor. Avoiding installation costs can save money and empower you to make your home lighting renovations on your own schedule. However, if you are not experienced with installing light fixtures, you should contact a professional.
In 1870, Schonbek began as most great companies do - out of a passion for quality and customer satisfaction. Adolf Schonbek, who was working with his family’s glasswork in Bohemia, walked away to start his own business.
It was the height of the last great era of romance and candlelight. People of means throughout Europe lived opulently in homes richly furnished and lighted by ornate crystal chandeliers. Not surprisingly, Schonbek’s business flourished.
Some of the great works created by Schonbek can be seen in places of prestige such as Buckingham Palace and the White House. The high quality of work brought by Schonbek earned respect all around the world.
Through wars and relocation, Schonbek eventually found its headquarters in the United States.
The craft of chandelier design remains a living art at Schonbek today. Drawing on their rich heritage to revitalize the great styles of the past, Schonbek is constantly reinventing crystal, as well, to be perfectly at home in contemporary rooms. As a result, Schonbek designs are probably the most-imitated chandeliers in the world.
In 2007 Schonbek was acquired by Swarovski. Swarovski is the world leader in the production of fine cut crystal, just as Schonbek is the leader worldwide in the design and manufacturing of crystal chandeliers. Together they bring a potent new mix of creativity to the world of home fashion.
Kicher Landscape Lighting Products offer an impressive array of landscape lighting solutions designed specifically for today’s distinctive homes. Kichler has been a leader in decorative lighting since 1938 due to their passion for originality and innovative technologies.
Kichler Landscape Lighting Durability
Every Kichler Landscape lighting Product features architectural-grade materials, including marine-grade aluminum, premium copper-content brass, stainless steel fasteners and powder-coated or stainless steel transformer housing. With the quality materials, the finishes are tested under the toughest environmental conditions to provide years of beautiful and reliable service.
These factors are why Kichler backs their materials and finishes with Limited Lifetime, 5- and 10-year warranties.
Kichler Landscape Innovation
Kichler is reshaping accent lighting using state-of-the-art LED technology for ultimate watt optimization per wire run, professional lighting quality and ever improving energy efficiency - all leading to cost-saving benefits for you, the consumer. Over 70 years of lighting expertise combined with thousands of discussions with professionals provides valuable engineering inputs that result in a comprehensive line of landscape lighting solutions, designed with an installation friendly focus to meet the emerging needs of custom landscape lighting.
Kichler’s innovation goals are simple - Provide Better, Safer, and Faster Solutions for the Landscape Lighting Industry
Curry and Company has been one of the foremost leaders in the indoor lighting scene since their formation in 1988. Currey takes pride in only using quality materials, such as handcut wood or brass. Currey lighting has consistently been ahead of the curve in design, providing both functionality and an elegant style to fit any interior design. Unlike many companies in the interior lighting field, Currey has taken the approach of having a broad selection; this gives customers a wide array of products to choose from, making sure that the customer will be able to select a fixture that fits the style of their home perfectly. For example, Currey’s 5882 Traditional/Classic Cupertino Crystal Bud Wall Sconce is a very versatile fixture:
This elegant piece could fit perfectly into an antique home, such as a mountain log home, and bring an easy lighting solution along with a style that will only add to the warm comfort of the home. Just as easily, the fixture could fit into any home with floral decor, with the crystal flowers on the sconce adding class to the house.
Currey has a wide array of versatile lighting solutions, and I would encourage you to take the time to look at all of the products they offer; with such a broad selection, you’re sure to find the perfect fixture to make your home your own.
I thought I would take this post in a little bit different direction and give an indoor lighting technique some attention that it deserves, but has been lacking - LED Lighting.
This partially comes from my personal background as a musician and from the technical aspect of the stage. Often overlooked, lighting can make or break a band’s concert, and just as in home lighting, certain trends come about and take the stage lighting scene by storm. The most recent addition to the stage lighting expert’s utility belt is that of LED lighting. This is due to the numerous advantages over the conventional lighting schemes (and most, if not all of these advantages transfer to your home lighting scheme as well!).
First, and financially foremost, is the fact that LED lights use drastically less energy than conventional lighting fixtures. (see graph)
This sheet shows the drastic cost savings that come along with the change to LED lighting systems. The numbers in this sheet assume you change all the lights in your home, but even a few changes can produce a difference in your energy bill over time.
Another great benefit of LED Lights is their long life-span. Most LED bulbs last from 50,000 to 120,000 hours, and unlike common bulbs, LED lights do not “burn out”, but instead they dim once their life-span is done; this means a LED bulb could last for thousands of hours past its expected lifetime.
Lastly, LED lighting fixtures produce almost no heat. This is convenient on many different levels - you are able to place lighting fixtures where you could not place conventional lights, you are able to cover them with thin sheets of cloth to add different lighting elements, and it will reduce your home temperature as well.
Uttermost has set itself apart from competition by offering one of the broadest selections of home lighting fixtures in the industry. Along with the home lighting, Uttermost offers extensive lines of decor for your home, such as mirrors, art, lamps, and other accessories to make your home your own.
From the formation of The Uttermost Company in 1975 by Bob and Belle Cooper, Uttermost has been 100% owned by the Cooper family. This came after two generations of furniture manufacturing by Bob and Belle Cooper, and the family has not looked back; the management team, which is made up completely of the Cooper family, has enjoyed steady growth for the past 32 years. At the Rocky Mount, Virginia factory, approximately 290 employees craft the quality products Uttermost puts its name on. In addition, a new state-of-the-art West Coast facility was built in 2006 in order to increase distribution capacity, provide faster shipping to West Coast Retailers, and to reduce freight costs to these Retailers.
The name Uttermost is taken from the Bible. It refers to Acts 1:8, which says “to the uttermost part of the earth”. This influences their marketing plan in that they offer their products to all parts of the earth. Uttermost strives to conduct its business in a manner consistent with Biblical principles.
Uttermost has built itself on a belief that everyone in the corporation and everyone they do business with deserves respect. The Uttermost culture is founded on the concept of partners in business. From the designer to the craftsman to the retailer, everyone is dependent on each other; they are all partners in the business of excellence.
Uttermost introduced Lamps in the Spring of 2002, which quickly became the fastest growing major Lamp line in the country. In addition, in January 2006, Uttermost introduced a complete line of lighting fixtures. These fixtures are exclusively available through professional lighting retailers such as ourselves at LightingSale.com.
Both the Minka-Aire Concept I and Concept II fans offer an elegant, contemporary design suitable for nearly any room in the home.The simple design makes it easy to match the clean indoor lighting products to your room, as both the Concept I and Concept II come in quality finishes such as brushed nickel, white, or oil rubbed bronze.
The main point of difference between the two high-quality series of ceiling fans is the type of mounting.For the tighter locations, such as a small loft, the Concept II Series would fit best; it offers a flush mount to the ceiling, giving you all of the space you desire without giving up any of the efficiency.Following the tradition of superior engineering at Minka, the three, 52” blades of the Concept keep the air in your room moving just as well as competing ceiling fans that are twice the size while only using a hanging depth of 10.5”.
For those who have higher ceilings, the Concept I is a perfect fit.The Concept I comes with galvanized steel 3.5” and 6” downrods, which allow for adjustment to fit the height of the ceiling.
With the consumer in mind, Minka-Aire has constructed the Concept series to require 75% less time and labor to assemble than conventional ceiling fans.Also, the Concept series has been UL listed for both indoor and outdoor use, making it ideal for wet situations since it has been UL listed for wet locations.The included easy to use remote also makes the operation of these ceiling fans a “breeze”.
Fans come in a wide range of sizes. Here is a chart to help you determine a suggested fan size based on room size.
Suggested Fan Size:
Application:
Room Size:
29″ Fan
Bathroom, Hallway
Up to 50 square feet
36″ Fan
Breakfast Nook, Laundry Room
Up to 75 square feet
42″ Fan
Small Bedroom, Small Kitchen
Up to 100 square feet
50″ - 52″ Fan
Standard Bedroom, Family Room
Up to 400 square feet
54″ or Larger
Great Room, Large Areas
Over 400 square feet
Ceiling height is important to know when making your selection, as there should be a minimum 7 ft clearance between the floor and ceiling fan to ensure the safety of those in the room.
Low ceilings? Most manufacturers offer a variety of styles that adapt to close to ceiling installations, while many offer a truly “flush” to ceiling or “flush mount” installation – providing a lower profile and greater clearance.
For ceilings over 8 ft, additional lengths can be added with coordinating downrods.
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