Friday, September 23rd, 2011
by Littman Bros Lighting
Lighting in your home should harmonize with your way of life and it is important that you establish a lighting strategy that tailors to your needs – think about the day-to-day things that take place in the rooms of your house and the mood you want to bring into the space. Often the rooms in our house need more than one kind of lighting, which brings us to the fundamentals of lighting you should become familiar with – the three basic types of lighting: general, task and accent lighting.
General Lighting
General lighting, also known as ambient lighting, brightens a space with overall illumination. It provides a pleasant degree of brightness without glare and enables a sound environment for you to get around in. Having a primary fixture of general light in each room is essential to a quality lighting system. This type of lighting can be achieved by using Ceiling Lights or Wall Lights, Chandeliers, recessed or track lights and Outdoor Lighting on the outside of your home.
Task Lighting
Task lighting is for exactly that, particular tasks needed done around the house – reading, writing, cooking, paying bills, playing games, etc. With task lighting you would need Pendant Lighting, Under Cabinet Lighting, portable Floor Lamps and Desk Lamps and recessed and track lighting.
Accent Lighting
Accent lighting adds some appeal to a room by luring the eye to various personal effects in your house – paintings, photographs, plants or sculptures as well as textured walls, outdoor landscaping or window treatments. Accent lighting is normally provided by track and recessed lighting or Wall Lighting and needs no less than three times as much light on the object as the ambient lighting surrounding it.
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011
by Littman Bros Lighting
If you’re that person who has a fusion of styles in your home then it’s often difficult to know what kind of Chandelier to add to your space. In a situation like this, a simple kind of lighting to focus your attention on would be the Transitional Lighting Style. It’s a very versatile type of lighting and one of the most common varieties – it blends a timeless, classic shape with conservative detailing.
This image of the Kichler Granby 5-Light Chandelier is a good model for what a transitional light fixture might look like – it is a very appealing look for a great room, foyer or large master bedroom. The lighting in your home is important and matching a large fixture like a chandelier to the design of the house is crucial. Transitional lighting unites traditional and contemporary and the end result is a warmer, more inviting space.
Wednesday, September 21st, 2011
by Littman Bros Lighting
A decorative Chandelier is an excellent way to add significance to a space – they provide a pleasant down light for the room. Also, know that you should always have your chandeliers on Dimmers in order to create a more relaxing and tranquil ambiance. The new trend this year is installing chandeliers over islands instead of the standard single pendants. If you’re on the hunt for that one-of-a-kind chandelier that will enhance your space, start perusing Littmanbros.com now, you’re bound to find something that matches your taste.
Lighting truly brings a room together and nothing affects the mood and function of a space like lighting. The kitchen is a room that deserves a lot of attention when lighting your home and it is usually the most utilized and fundamental room in the house; its where people habitually come and share their time together. You should make sure to have your two main lights positioned over a main table, Island and or counter tops. Your kitchen should also have LED recessed cans and Under Cabinet Lighting in order to give the space different levels of light.
Wall Sconces provide soothing, indirect light and can also create a dramatic effect on your walls – great places for sconces are dining rooms, study, master bedrooms, hallways and powder rooms.
Bathrooms should be lit with an overhead Mini Chandelier as well as a light over the mirror or side sconces. With varying levels of light your bathroom will be shadow free.
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
by Littman Bros Lighting
When it comes to designing a room or office space, lighting and home décor go hand in hand. Uttermost, a leading manufacturer of home accessories, offers both to help you coordinate the look of the entire room. Their extensive product mix consists of everything from mirrors and wall décor to light fixtures and accent furniture.
About Uttermost
Best known for their wide selection of mirrors and wall art, Uttermost also offers a growing collection of lamps and other lighting fixtures, including bath lights, chandeliers, flush mounts and pendants. With such an array of unique yet down-to-earth designs, Uttermost’s home accents easily blend into any home décor. Uttermost styles range from traditional to contemporary and transitional. Continue Reading Uttermost: The Perfect Mix of Lighting & Home Décor
Thursday, July 1st, 2010
by Littman Bros Lighting
As we head into the July 4th weekend, it is time to brighten up your outdoor living space. Littman Bros. Lighting is proud to offer all your outdoor lighting needs, including:
- Outdoor Wall Lighting
- Outdoor Ceiling Lighting
- Outdoor Hanging Lighting
- Outdoor Post Lighting
- Landscape Lighting
Your outdoor living space will be dramatically changed with some lighting. You can enjoy an early morning sunrise while reading the newspaper under additional lighting on deck, or enjoy a late cool evening in your backyard with additional landscape lighting. Planning a late summer party? Be sure to light it up with outdoor wall, ceiling or hanging lights. Continue Reading Shop Our Outdoor Lighting
Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
by Littman Bros Lighting
Littman Brothers Lighting is proud to now offer Casablanca Ceiling Fans to their product mix. Currently Littman is offering more than 70 Casablanca ceiling fans complete with finish and blade choices.
Casablanca Fan Company is dedicated to bringing consumers quality in every detail. Each Casablanca ceiling fan is created with an eye for timeless design, assembled with care from the highest quality parts, and engineered for superior energy efficiency, to be classic fixture in the home that is enjoyed for generations. Casablanca products represent the successful synergy of elegance, versatility, efficiency, endurance, and comfort. Our goal is guaranteed satisfaction in our long-term relationships with customers, which is why we offer the most comprehensive warranty and service programs in the industry. Continue Reading Casablanca Ceiling Fans Now Available at Littmanbros.com
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
by Littman Bros Lighting
Littman Bros. Lighting is proud to offer, for a limited time, savings of over 60% on select Savoy House ceiling fans. This is a once a year sale. Hurry while quantities are still available.
About Savoy House
For over 35 years, Savoy House has been providing inspiration to even the most discriminating homeowners and lighting buyers throughout the world. With its vast collection of unique decorative lighting and fine furnishing accessories, Savoy House has set itself apart from the competition by partnering with a diverse family of artists from around the world. When classic design and superb craftsmanship unite in a single work, the result is an item of enduring beauty, a treasure which transcends the current fad or fashion. Continue Reading Super Summer Savings – 60% Off Select Savoy House Ceiling Fans
Sunday, May 16th, 2010
by Littman Bros Lighting
Outdoor lighting enhances the beauty of your property and makes your home safer and more secure. It is an investment that pays off in the value it adds to your home. A well-lit front entrance enables you to greet guests and identify visitors.
Outdoor wall lanterns on each side of the door will give your home a warm, welcoming look, while assuring the safety of those who enter. Under a porch or other overhang, you can use a hanging outdoor light or an outdoor flush mounted light. For the safety and security of family members using the garage at night, you can install a wall fixture on the face of the garage. Steps, paths, and driveways should be illuminated to make sure family members and guests are able to move about easily and safely after dark. Continue Reading Outdoor Lighting