tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192195152007-11-09T02:52:27.775-08:00Brian StarrBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-30679558486534803502007-02-15T03:27:00.000-08:002007-02-13T23:00:04.005-08:00

Take the Stress Out of Your Head Do you spend a lot of time in front of the computer? Ever rub your eyes and want to stop working? You may be experiencing Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), the official diagnosis given to a range of symptoms that include: burning dry and strained eyes headache neck acheblurred vision CVS, more commonly known as computer eyestrain, is due to over- or misuse of

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1157649520816723142006-09-07T10:16:00.000-07:002006-09-07T10:18:40.836-07:00

Lighting technology is evolving much quicker than many would expect. Philips is already offering comfortable LED mesh fabric shirts. Check them out on YouTube.

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1148661066170515022006-05-26T08:41:00.000-07:002007-02-13T22:41:30.422-08:00

With energy costs climbing dramatically, many people are attempting to reduce their utility by replacing incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs. While this bulb replacement is very effective in reducing energy costs, fluorescent bulbs often give off a cool bluish cast that makes interior colors look drab and dingy. One solution is to install a standard dimming wall switch for your

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1146655116629460552006-05-03T04:17:00.000-07:002006-08-26T12:03:27.403-07:00

Lighting for Tomorrow holds a yearly competition with the goal of improving the accessibility of high energy-efficient residential lighting products. Worth a look if you are a lighting enthusiast, or for anyone who cares about trying to make the world more sustainable.

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1140242273220007232006-02-17T21:49:00.000-08:002006-09-11T15:05:21.710-07:00

Why Use Halogen Lamps? Low-voltage track and low voltage recessed ceiling fixtures utilize MR16 halogen lightbulbs and are widely favored for their small size and crisp, white light. Halogen lamps use halogen gas which allows the lamp to burn brighter. Low voltage halogen light bulbs are more efficient than regular incandescent lamps. Why Use Incandescent Lamps? Standard incandescent light

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1138585047978429732006-01-29T17:22:00.000-08:002006-01-29T17:37:27.996-08:00

General or Ambinent Lighting: General or ambient lighting refers to an even overall level of light provided to make a room or space comfortable and safe for its intended use. Recessed Lighting: Recessed lighting is popular as a general lighting source. Recessed lighting may be in the form of 3" to 8" diameter "can" type fixtures consisting of a "trim" and a "housing". Recessed "trims" are the

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1138583829439668522006-01-29T17:03:00.000-08:002006-01-29T17:20:34.936-08:00

Selecting the proper light bulb is the most important (and frequently overlooked) part of installing a new light fixture. All light bulbs actually “broadcast” color either “cool” (blue) or “warm” (red-yellow) that affects the apparent color of the furnishings, plants, carpeting or artwork being illuminated. How is Light Color Measured? Two factors are used to describe the color rendering

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1138582291952872472006-01-29T16:20:00.000-08:002006-01-30T21:57:58.796-08:00

Avoid shadows: Undercabinet light fixtures provide light exactly where it is needed avoiding shadows that may be a problem with other types of lighting. Types of Undercabinet Lighting: A wide variety of lamp types are available in undercabinet lighting systems including fluorescent, xenon, halogen, LED or traditional incandescent light sources. LED Lighting: LED is also becoming popular because

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1136548526359941942006-01-06T03:53:00.000-08:002006-01-06T03:55:26.910-08:00

We recently decided to offer free shipping on all WAC Lighting orders over $100.

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1136546560152873112006-01-06T03:18:00.000-08:002006-01-06T03:22:40.163-08:00

We recently expanded our website to list a few additional product categories. 3" Recessed Diecast DownlightingXenon Undercabinet Lighting Fluorescent Undercabinet LightingAre there any WAC Lighting fixures you would love to see on our site that we have not yet published? We carry everything in the WAC Lighting Catalog, so don't be afraid to ask us at sales@ipnlighting.com.

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1132692749594365762005-10-26T12:52:00.000-07:002005-11-26T19:16:38.140-08:00

I have been consistantly impressed with the quality of the new products WAC has launched the last few years. The new year is approaching, so I am pretty excited to think of what new products WAC will come out with next year. We try to list the best selling products on our site, but like most goods many WAC Lighting products have selling patterns which follow power laws. Adding more products

Brian Starrtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19219515.post-1132690745550007702005-10-06T12:18:00.000-07:002005-11-26T22:36:48.563-08:00

No good website is an island...or so they say. With that being said, we recently listed a number of lighting resources on our lighting resources page. I am sorta new to this blogging thing, but a friend recommended that I started. We are using Blogger, which only took about 10 minutes to set up. I hope to post interesting stuff as I find it. Don't hesitate to ask questions if you have any. As

Brian Starr