Category Archives: Lighting

4 Reasons You Should Switch to CFL Lighting in your Home

Posted on January 8, 2013 by handymanmatters.com

CFL lights have gotten lots of exposure lately due to their cost-saving abilities and their environmentally friendly energy usage. Given that they use, on average, 80% less energy than a normal light bulb, they’re a much better option for cost … Continue reading →

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Tips on Securing Your Home

Posted on May 14, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Your house is your home, your fortress of safety. It’s a place where you keep your most important belongings: your checkbooks, your jewelry, your heirlooms, your important documents and, most importantly, your family. There are simple things you can do … Continue reading →

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Aging in Place with Style and Grace

Posted on May 8, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Aging in place – updating one’s home to accommodate changing needs and abilities as one ages – doesn’t have to mean sacrificing a home’s style and decor. From attractive lighting designed to work well for aging eyes to barrier-free shower … Continue reading →

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How to Decorate Your Home for Less

Posted on May 7, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Here are a handful of tips to consider before you open your wallet—or substantially reduce the amount of money in your bank account—to “change up” your home. Furniture, lighting and pictures can all be moved to offer a new perspective … Continue reading →

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Island Innovations for your Kitchen

Posted on April 27, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

The kitchen island has become the icon of the modern kitchen – the 21st century equivalent of the old-fashioned hearth.  Centrally located, islands are easily accessed and ideal for various kitchen tasks from food prep and cooking, to clean up … Continue reading →

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Boost Your Home’s Resale Appeal

Posted on March 1, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

 There are a handful of inexpensive renovation ideas you can utilize to increase your home’s resale value.  Homebuyers are looking for kitchens that immediately appear spacious, in good repair, and have the necessary furnishings.  Add to the room’s cheery appeal … Continue reading →

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Ceiling Lights for Beauty and Function

Posted on February 23, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

One of the first things you do when you enter your home is to switch on the ceiling light.  The ambient light it produces plays the same roles as natural light in providing overall illumination to a space.  At one … Continue reading →

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Economical Stylish Lighting Choices

Posted on February 3, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Do you find your home a little dreary and uninspiring? Or are you just in the mood for a change? If so and you’re on a tight budget, don’t fret. There’s a fast and affordable way to make over your … Continue reading →

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Your Complete Kitchen Planning Guide

Posted on January 13, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

The kitchen is the heart of your home and is more than just a place to prepare, cook, serve, and eat meals. Modern designer kitchens should be the ultimate representation of your lifestyle yet provide compete functionality. When we say … Continue reading →

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The Ins and Outs of Home Lighting

Posted on January 10, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Quality home lighting is vital not just for carrying out everyday tasks; it also influences the feeling of the rooms and the outdoor spaces of your home. Consider the size and décor of your rooms and the activities you plan … Continue reading →

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