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2018 Lighting Trends
When we think of interior home design, many of us focus on furniture, paint colors and accessories. Yet, lighting design is a huge component of interior design that is often overlooked. If you plan to make home improvements in the new year, light fixtures and placement should be at the top of your list. What’s…
CT Lighting & The House That Social Media Built
Connecticut Lighting Centers and The House That Social Media Built (HSMB) have partnered on HSMB’s most recent home project, The Clamdigger. HSMB gives everyday people the opportunity to “flip a house” by voting on social media for their favorite wall colors, furniture and more. Connecticut Lighting Center has provided the lighting choices for this new…
How to Avoid 5 Lighting Common Mistakes
Buying a house and decorating the interior to your style preference is one joy of homeownership. However, while we are taught which colors complement each other and may have some knowledge about furniture, few people outside the industry are experts on lighting. You may have an eye for quality and choose beautiful fixtures, but is…
Romantic Home Lighting: Date Night Tips
Although it may seem like the busy holiday season just ended, another occasion is on its way on February 14th. Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love between significant others that each couple approaches differently. If you and your partner shy away from expensive gifts and fancy restaurants, why not plan a romantic evening at…
Tour Our New Southington Showroom on CT Style
On December 1st, 2017, Connecticut Lighting Centers opened a new, state-of-the-art lighting showroom in Southington. The store, relocated from down the road, has 12,000 sq. ft. of inventory and 5,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space – rivaling the size of our flagship store in Hartford! Meghan Yost from CT Style recently stopped by for a…
How to Save On Lighting Costs in Winter
Winters in New England can be bitterly cold, with unpredictable snow squalls and ice storms. The start of 2018 has brought unseasonably cold weather to Connecticut and some families may be worried about their next utility bill. While heat is a necessity in the winter, there are tips and tricks to saving energy this time…
Refresh Your Home for The New Year
New year, new home? Unfortunately for many, this is not a realistic option. After the holidays, it’s time to play catchup with credit card bills and budgeting for the year ahead. What if you could make a few small improvements to upgrade your home at little cost? At Restoration Lighting Gallery, we have affordable choices…
Understanding Lamp Shade Styles
At Restoration Lighting Gallery, we have over 1,000 lamp shades in stock, including fabric and glass varieties. Our experienced craftsmen specialize in lamp shade recovery, re-lining and customization. If you have a lamp base that needs a new shade, we are your local source for unique treasures and unmatched value. What should you know before…
New Southington Showroom Featured on Better CT
If you’ve heard Connecticut Lighting Centers has a new Southington showroom, you may be thinking: “I thought they already had a Southington store!” On December 1st, 2017 we officially opened a reimagined showroom at 50 Graham Place, right down the road from our old location. Scot Haney from WFSB’s Better CT recently stopped by to…
Introducing Our New Southington Showroom!
On December 1st, 2017, we proudly opened our reimagined Southington showroom at 50 Graham Place. Our President, David Director, recently spoke with WTIC AM radio host Ray Dunaway about the new location. Listen to the interview below! One-Stop-Shop The newest addition to the Connecticut Lighting Centers family is at a great location, right…