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How to Measure a Lamp Shade
Learn how to measure a lamp shade with Shades of Light. Our guide provides basic sizing formulas and styling tips for your lamp base and lamp shade.
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Dorm Room Lighting and Decor Guide
Make your college dorm room feel like home with college dorm room design idea from Shades of Light. Find lighting, decor & other essential dorm accessories.
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Home Office Lighting & Room Design Ideas
Create the perfect home office or study room with our in-depth design guide. Improve your productivity and focus with these expertly curated design tips!
Tags: Home Office
How To Find The Best Bathroom Vanity Lighting
Style the perfect bathroom vanity fixture with Shades of Light. Create a lighted bathroom vanity mirror perfect for makeup application, shaving, and other daily needs.
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Mirror Placement Ideas By Room
Follow our guide to install and style mirrors throughout your home! Learn how to style full-length mirrors, statement mirrors, vanity mirrors, and more.
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Tips to Pick the Right Chandelier Size for Your Room
Essential tips for choosing the right size fixture for your space and how hang it at the ideal height.
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Living Room And Foyer Chandelier Design Guide
Learn how to select, size, and style the perfect chandelier for your living room or foyer. Follow Shades of Lights guide for design tips and more.
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Bedroom Chandelier Design Ideas
Add some practical considerations to your bedroom chandelier design ideas and inspiration with these bedroom chandelier placement tips from Shades of Light! Find advice for sizing, placement, hanging and safety.
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Dining Room Chandelier Ideas & Light Fixtures
Turn your dining room chandelier vision into a reality with these dining room chandelier ideas from Shades of Light! These five tips will help you choose the best chandeliers for your dining room.
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How to Add Chandelier Lighting to Any Size Bathroom
Find safety tips and advice on how to place, how to size, and how to style your bathroom chandelier lighting
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Ceiling Light Ideas: How To Choose Ceiling Lights
These ceiling lighting ideas and installation tips will help you to avoid common mistakes and find a fixture that suits your style.
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Coastal lighting Ideas & Decorating Tips
Get inspired by these coastal lighting ideas and beach house decorating tips! Find nautical style ideas for kitchens, bathrooms & more
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Lighting Made in America
Lighting fixtures, area rugs and home décor products including chandeliers, outdoor lights, rugs, lampshades, wall art & more all made in the USA!
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Kitchen Lighting Layers: Ambient, Task & Decorative Lighting
Our design guide helps you pick the best kitchen lighting for areas of your kitchen including the island, ceiling and above your sink.
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Types of Crystal
There is no great mystery in discerning the quality levels of crystal. In fact, the level of quality is as the phrase implies “crystal clear”. All that is needed is a little light.
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Table Lamp Ideas: Choose the Best Table Lamp for Your Room
Shades of Light’s table lamp ideas guide will help you find the best high-quality designer lamp for your space.
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Outdoor Chandelier Ideas for Patios & Gazebos
Find advice on choosing and placing a chandelier in your outdoor space
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How to Choose & Style a Kitchen Chandelier
Learn where to place, how to size, and how to style your kitchen chandelier lighting.
Tags: Kitchen Lighting
Choose the Best Lighted Ceiling Fans for Your Space
Need help choosing a ceiling fan with lights? Check out these tips for sizing and installing a wide range of ceiling fan styles from modern to farmhouse.
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Gift Guide: Lighting & Home Decor Gift Ideas
Buying gifts for friends and loved ones can feel overwhelming. Shades of Lights’ home gift guide will get you started with product category suggestions in price ranges from $50 to $200+.
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Lamp Shade Buying Guide
Updating a lamp shade for a floor lamp, table lamp, chandelier or sconce? Learn the types of lamp shade fittings, shapes, and materials to distinguish your style.
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Living Room Lighting Ideas & Design Guide
Learn how to style your living room with living room lighting ideas from Shades of Light. Find tips for selecting and designing living room lights.
Tags: Living Room
Wall Sconce Light Fixture Style Guide
Learn about sconce features, materials, and shapes to make choosing a wall light easier
Tags: Wall Lights
Pendant Lighting Ideas for Kitchen Islands
Design your kitchen island lighting with stylish pendant lighting from Shades of Light! Explore our kitchen lighting guide for more tips.
Tags: Kitchen Lighting
Rug Placement Design Guide by Room
Follow our design guide to style and place your rugs throughout your home! Get advice on living room rugs, dining room rugs, bedroom rugs, and more.
Tags: Rugs
Lighting Solutions: How to Select the Right Floor Lamp for Your Space
Lighting Solutions: How to Select the Right Floor Lamp for Your Space
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Kitchen Island Chandelier Ideas & Design Guide
Enhance your kitchen with kitchen island chandeliers. Follow Shades of Light's kitchen island lighting guide to select and hang your island chandelier.
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Light Bulb Buying Guide
Wondering how to know what lightbulb to buy? Shades of Light’s Light Bulb Guide provides information on color temperature, wattage, styles, lumens, and more.
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What is Modern Interior Design?
Learn important elements of modern design. Shades of Light shows how to incorporate modern elements into your space for a sleek and comfortable home.
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Grandmillennial & Vintage Room Design Ideas
Find ways to incorporate vintage furniture and lighting for an antique aesthetic. Get inspired with grandmillennial and vintage room design ideas from Shades of Light.
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