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4 Steps to Choose the Right Desk Lighting
At home or work, our desks serve a specific purpose. The right desk provides an area to complete tasks comfortably and efficiently. Once you have established a space to read, write or work on the computer, it’s time to make sure the desk is properly lit. We have 4 tips to choose the perfect desk…
A Guide to 5 Antique Lighting Styles
Restoration Lighting Gallery proudly carries some of New England’s finest antique and vintage lighting fixtures. When adding retro flair to your living spaces, it’s important to understand the different styles available. Is there a particular era you’re looking to evoke with vintage lighting? We explain what makes 5 popular antique lighting styles so unique. Victorian…
Tips to Buy the Perfect Table Lamp
Whether a table lamp is for practical use or decorative flair, it’s important to choose the right one for the right application. A table lamp should be proportional to the space it’s occupying and complement your existing decor. At Connecticut Lighting Centers, we have hundreds of lamps on display in both our showrooms. What should…
Why Should Builders Partner With Connecticut Lighting Centers?
Connecticut Lighting Centers is a family-owned business with over 40 years’ experience in the lighting industry. Many customers are surprised to hear we facilitate large commercial projects, in addition to home lighting design. We partner with local builders and contractors to complete new construction and remodeling projects. How can we assist you? Our Local CT…
Tips for Proper Mirror Placement
Did you know Connecticut Lighting Centers has home decor? From accent furniture to wall hangings, we are so much more than a lighting store. With over 100 mirrors on display in our showrooms, there is plenty to choose from for your unique home. Before you make a purchase, what should you know about selecting and…
How to Choose a Vintage Chandelier
Completely transform the interior rooms of your home with our one-of-a-kind antique chandeliers! A popular source of general illumination in dining rooms, foyers and bedrooms, chandeliers come in a variety of different styles. How do you choose the right one for your lighting needs? We have 3 tips to make shopping for a vintage chandelier…
Beat the Heat with Indoor & Outdoor Ceiling Fans!
Not a fan of the hot weather? You’re in luck! Connecticut Lighting Centers has the largest inventory of ceiling fans in the area. WFSB’s Scot Haney recently visited our showroom, with Vice President Todd Director, to explore the different indoor and outdoor fan styles we have on display. Indoor & Outdoor Fans Browse Ceiling Fans…
How to Light a Home Library
The term “home library” may seem outdated in the age of technology. Yet, if there is shared space in your home that does not have a computer or television, it could be utilized as a library. Whether the family gathers here to play board games or uses the room for quiet reading time, you need…
3 Ways to Increase Your Home’s Resale Value
The average American moves approximately 11.7 times in a lifetime. Whether you plan to stay in your current home for years or are thinking about moving, home improvement is always a good idea. Enjoy the space while you live there, but also choose features you know will attract future homebuyers to your property. What are…
3 Tips to Save Energy with Ceiling Fans
With summer right around the corner, is your air conditioner ready for use? Some homeowners wait until the warm season has begun to request HVAC service but living in New England, you need functioning A/C from mid-spring to fall. At Connecticut Lighting Centers, we suggest the use of ceiling fans as a supplement to air…