Seasonal Lighting Projects for Spring
Does your home lighting need a seasonal update? Winter weather prohibits us from doing many of the things we would like to around the house, including lighting projects. Now that warmer weather is on its way, holidays bills are paid off and some of us are getting a tax refund, it is the perfect time to dive into home upgrades.
Spring Cleaning
During this season, it is a common trend to thoroughly clean your house. Walls are washed, rugs are shampooed and grout is removed from all tile surfaces. In your deep cleaning, remember to dust all of your light fixtures, including ones hanging from the ceiling. Light bulbs, lamp shades and chandeliers can collect a lot of dust over time and we often overlook them when tidying up. While spring cleaning typically occurs inside of homes, don’t forget about what’s outside! Your exterior lamp posts, wall lanterns and in-ground lights collect even more dirt and grime from being out in the elements, uncovered from precipitation and pollen. The quick solution is to use glass solution; a more thorough cleaning of your fragile fixtures can be done indoors with mild dish soap and water.
Beat the Heat
Enjoy the 70-degree weather while it lasts! With a late start to spring conditions, it’ll be 90 degrees and humid before we know it. Air conditioning can cost you hundreds of dollars for the few months you need to run it; why not get a ceiling fan? While you’ll still need to use the A/C from time to time, you can turn on the fan when the air cools down at night or when no one is home during the day to keep room temperatures bearable. At Connecticut Lighting Centers, we carry top-quality brand ceiling fans for indoor and outdoor spaces. Not only are they a great alternative to A/C, but they are stylish and have lights built in to help create the ambiance you want for the interior or exterior of your home.
Light up the Landscape
Landscaping lighting projects are extremely popular right now. While everyone wants to improve the appearance of their home inside and out, exterior lighting also offers safety and security during uncertain times. Whether you’re looking to improve the curb appeal of a home you’re trying to sell or you want to showcase your recently groomed landscape, outdoor lighting is on trend for spring. Our lighting professionals can offer a layout and design services, including on-site consultations if necessary. We stock products from only the best names in the landscape lighting industry, including Kichler. Browse our vast selection of wall lanterns, ceiling mounts, flood lights, post lanterns and more from brands such as Hinkley, Feiss and Quoizel, to find the perfect accent fixtures for your landscape.
Be Energy Efficient
Light-emitting diode bulbs have been in consumer products since the late 1970s, but only started making their way into homes over the past few years. LEDs require less wattage and last longer than the typical incandescent light bulb. For exterior lighting, LEDs are especially beneficial because the lights are not always on for necessity, but rather for showcasing your landscape at night. In addition to their energy efficiency, LED bulbs are available in a variety of different saturated colors. They also work best with dimmers, if you want to be able to control the amount of light in any given room.
Visit our Hartford or Southington showroom today to speak with a lighting professional about your landscape lighting plans. We are happy to help with your project every step of the way! Or, start your search at home by shopping online at https://lights.ctlighting.com/.