If lights are flickering all over your house, rather than on a single circuit or in a single room, the problem is likely to ...

Fall is here, and winter will start before you know it. As temperatures cool down, don't turn off your ceiling fan. Did you know the direction that a fan spins can affect how toasty your room feels?

When the Breuer Building on 75th and Madison reopens on Saturday in its new life as an auction house for Sotheby’s, return visitors will notice that the lobby is much as they left it. The room is a ...

LED light bulbs have surged in popularity over the past few years for several good reasons. They're energy-efficient, long-lasting, and versatile. Compared to traditional incandescent bulbs, LEDs use ...

A stylish table lamp has the ability to completely transform a room and Next shoppers are proving interior design doesn't have to cost the world with an 'excellent for the money' option. The lamp that ...

The ceiling fans in my small apartment are essential for circulating air and keeping my family cool in the summer (without taking up a lot of space). Sadly, not every room has one — that is, until now ...

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In summer, set your ceiling fan to spin counterclockwise to create a cool downdraft and improve comfort. Using a ceiling fan correctly can help you raise the thermostat by up to 4 degrees and cut ...

When it comes to DIY projects, visibility is the key to maximizing your personal efficiency and safety, whether you’re wrenching under an engine bay or sawing wood on the workbench. Adding bright ...

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