Nice and Easy Nov 23, 2008
For nighttime, soften unflattering overhead lighting by adding dimmers, and install low-voltage bulbs in some lamps so you can create atmospheric light. Have multiple light sources in each room: some task lighting and some standing light. (Boston Globe)
Lighting the way Nov 12, 2008
For the small proportion of household lamps that need to be used with dimmers, I would like to see light emitting diodes (LEDs) being brought into widespread and affordable use within five years. LEDs offer energy savings of 90% and produce an instant bright illumination, contain no mercury and can be fully dimmed. (BBC News -- Europe)
Holiday Entertaining Made Easy Nov 3, 2008
If dimmers are unavailable, try other options such as changing the direction of the light source or using ambient lighting such as candles. Keep a few of your favorite recipes and Splenda sweetener products on hand when you need to whip up a quick and delicious dip, appetizer or dessert for unexpected guests. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
(More)Energy savings: Princeton plans light bulb exchange Aug 21, 2008
Bird said CFLs can be used in any light sockets, other than those with dimmers. They can also be used as exterior lights, such as for porch lights. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
GREEN IN THE HILLS Aug 14, 2008
Perhaps the panels perform better than he expected because McDonald put dimmers on all the lights, and installed high-efficiency appliances and passive and active solar features that add up to more energy savings. The Margarido House was built on a steep lot that had passed, through several hands, from a family that preferred to move rather than rebuild after the fire. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Landscape Lighting: A Great Way to Dress Up Your Home Jul 13, 2008
"We'll utilize the arbors to hang task lighting over the sink, the grill and the table, for example, and put them on dimmers so when the light isn't needed, it can be turned down.". Lentz credits the recent innovations offered by various lighting manufacturers for making those projects possible. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
The Role Lighting Plays as You Work to Conserve Energy in the Home Jul 8, 2008
Dimmers, current limiters, auto daylighting controls and EMCS (Energy Management Control Systems) save energy by reducing the light output and input power. Of all the energy-saving options, Irene Wang, President of Designers Fountain, Inc., in Rancho Dominguez, Calif. (Pekin Times, IL)
PSE&G Suggests Ways to Beat the Heat and Higher Electric Bills Jul 4, 2008
Use dimmers, timers and motion detectors on indoor and outdoor lighting. -- Use fans to draw cooler air inside during the night and circulate air during the day. (PR Newswire)
The bulb hoarders Jul 1, 2008
Something I didn't see mentioned in your article, is what about those of us with dimmers. I have one in each of the bedrooms; I don't always want full brightness, especially when I am getting up in the mornings or winding down for sleep. (BBC News -- UK)
Letters to the Editor (June 24) Jun 27, 2008
CarpeDM wrote on Jun 26, 2008 9:49 PM:" stoneyman...just caught your post...try using dimmers with those super cheap incandescent bulbs...saves more money than those ugly substitutes (CFB) that have to warm up before being effective. If they were so economical the government wouldnt need to ban incandescent bulbs...they would go the way of the buggy whip.Frankie....problem with windmill placement is it is always where most can see them..I have to search to see a noticable strip mine or mountian... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Entertaining Gatherings: Light Up the Party May 20, 2008
Add light dimmers to provide alternate mood settings in the kitchen (optional). Shopping List. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Tweak blueprints to reflect function May 16, 2008
With this option, you can light up different areas of the room according to use, and always use dimmers. A good example to illustrate the fact that builders and architects don't always consider the impact of furniture layouts is reflected in changes I recently made to a blueprint that would have placed the family room seating so that it would face a wall instead of the television niche. (NJ.com -- Times)
Bedford Springs Resorts is relaxed, elegant May 4, 2008
All of the lighting had dimmers, even in the bathroom. The armoire contained a flat-screen TV with a clear picture of the hallowed Masters golf tournament, a coffee maker and an empty refrigerator. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Freshening up bathrooms May 2, 2008
For maximum flexibility, put all lights on dimmers. - Reglazing or resurfacing damaged or dated tubs and tiles with an acrylic coating is much less expensive than replacing them. (AZCentral -- Home)
Confusion about fluorescent lighting Apr 6, 2008
Which bulbs with dimmers ... Using dimmers with LEDs also depends on the fixture. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bright Idea (1) Apr 4, 2008
Dimmers enable you to set the mood with a range of light output, but check the bulb or fixture s packaging first, to be sure it will perform well on a dimmer. What will it cost. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Shedding light on frugal energy bulbs Mar 17, 2008
Dimmers, bathrooms and other issues You ll need specially made CFLs for use in dimmable or three-way lighting fixtures. Manufacturers also don t recommend CFLs in recessed lighting that is completely enclosed because of the high temperatures that can occur. (Montana Standard, MT)
The shape of lights to come? Not everyone's buying it Feb 28, 2008
The Web site's "Bulb Finder" helps customers find CFLs for dimmers, enclosed spaces and outdoors. CONSUMER UPDATE. (AZCentral -- Business)
Which bulbs will light the way? Feb 21, 2008
Part of California's Title 24 regulations call for dimmers and occupancy-sensor systems in new homes ... However, Donovan said: "Our AuroRa lighting system is a simple, low-cost alternative which includes three or five dimmers and two light switches, along with a tabletop control panel and a handheld remote control.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Woodhall Players Present Play by Steve Martin Feb 12, 2008
"It's a state-of-the-art lighting system with 96 dimmers, about 75 fixtures and 10 Coemer movers," said Joseph Reese of Tech Theatrical Services in Watertown, who designed and installed the system. "When it was designed, it was the first high school in the state with moving lights.". (Voices, CT)
SPOTLIGHT: Robert Pai and the art of light Feb 2, 2008
We've got programs to address the problem with dimmers ... The place we're moving to has all kinds of dimmers. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
A lesson in bathroom lighting Jan 22, 2008
Plus, dimmers conserve energy ... Today's dimmers work for every kind of light source, though you need to know what to ask for ... A 120-volt incandescent or halogen light source will need an incandescent dimmer, while low-voltage and fluorescent fixtures require their own compatible dimmers. (CNN)
Southern California Edison Announces CFL Video Contest Winners Dec 27, 2007
Some can be used with dimmers, timers and three-way switches. Each bulbs packaging describes its intended uses and what types and wattage of incandescent light bulbs it will replace. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lessard: A dimmer switch can save the day Dec 25, 2007
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An affair to remember Dec 17, 2007
Lighting is important -- use scentless candles and dimmers to create the right ambience and mood. 10. (Newsday -- New York City)
Should We Ban the Bulb? Nov 10, 2007
Moreover, for safety and operational reasons, lower-cost CFLs do not work in totally enclosed recessed lighting, nor do they accommodate dimmers, electronic timers, or photocells. They also are less than ideal for outdoor use, since most have minimum operating temperatures, limiting winter use. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Tyler Brûlé: A hotel that knows details do matter Nov 10, 2007
All hotel rooms should have lights on dimmers, a well-engineered bathroom and excellent beds and linens. 6. (International Herald Tribune)
Simple changes can make homes aging-friendly Nov 8, 2007
Frosted bulbs and dimmers can reduce glare. --Eliminate extension cords, or at least be sure they are not used where you could trip over them. (AZCentral -- Home)
Switch on to cool lighting Oct 31, 2007
While most compacts cannot be used with dimmers, some new globes can, but they may also require a matching dimmer switch ... Meanwhile, dimmers are ideal for living rooms and bedrooms, not only to create atmosphere, but also to reduce energy use when operated on low light. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Brook: fighting boosts sex life Oct 30, 2007
When you redecorate make sure everything's on dimmers. Either that or candlelight. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
HMLP/Please buy energy-saving bulbs Oct 5, 2007
CFLs now come in versions that can be used with dimmers and that are encased in a traditional oval glass bulb, masking the coil-shaped tube. An important segment of the CFL s lifecycle is recycling it when it burns out. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Style, value, relief in tiny spaces Sep 29, 2007
Putting all light sources on dimmers allows you to modulate the glow for evening. Planning pointers. (CNN)
High-Def Transforms Any Living Room into the Ultimate Home Theater Sep 29, 2007
-- Select a TV with 1080p resolution that fits the space -- if a projector and screen are too large, a 47" or larger LCD or Plasma TV is a great choice. Surround sound speakers are a must for an immersive, cinematic experience. -- Once the equipment is in place, it is time to choose seating that is comfortable and functional. To maximize the viewing experience, seating should be positioned about three times the width of the TV away from, and directly facing, the screen. -- Owning a HDTV isn't... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Homes Being Built For Boomers To Age Comfortably Sep 11, 2007
Builders are including multiple controls to limit the number of trips needed to turn lights on and off, as well as dimmers to help prevent glare. "The vast majority of people prefer to stay in their existing homes and neighborhoods as they age, but there are a number who want to move into a new home or community," said Kent Conine, president of the National Association of Home Builders and a home and apartment builder from Dallas. (RealtyTimes)
Six Simple Steps to a Dream Contemporary Kitchen Sep 8, 2007
Having lighting overhead, over task zones and under cabinets can make a modern space glow especially if many of these items are on dimmers, for extra drama. 6) Forget about fashion forward. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Flex your power and save money Sep 7, 2007
Also install dimmers in appropriate areas. The amount you dim equals your energy saved. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Problem worth having: living room too large Aug 2, 2007
Always place lighting on dimmers. By simplifying your furnishings you can be bolder with your accent colors. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ethical living Aug 2, 2007
They might not work properly with dimmers yet, but they are generally smaller, brighter and softer on the eye than they used to be. Because they work by making a phosphorous coating glow rather than by heating a filament, energy-saving light bulbs use 60% less electricity to make the same amount of light as an equivalent incandescent. (Guardian Unlimited)
Small but Dramatic Kitchen Changes Can Really Make a Difference Jul 21, 2007
There s clean contemporary, decorative ornamental, pretty much any look you can imagine, and if you want to take it a step further and address intensity and mood lighting, this can be done by adding dimmers to the fixtures you install. For more information on lighting, visit www. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Houston Home Automation Company, That Offers Bottom Line Energy Savings to Local Residents, is Expanding to Handle Installation Demand Jul 17, 2007
Home Media Pro's installed INSTEON dimmers and timers linked to our computer, then configured our whole facility to work in tune with our activities,'' says Marina Amos, Vice President of Operations in Multi National Community Center of Houston. We saved about 18 percent from the previous month's bill, a savings of approximately $320 dollars. (Primezone Releases)
NOTE and Schneider Electric Extend Collaboration Jul 12, 2007
EMS provider NOTE (STO:NOTE) and Elari of Finland have extended their collaboration on the production Elari s AirLink lighting range with wireless dimmers for buildings. Elari is a Schneider Electric group company, which is a world-leading vendor of lighting products and fire safety equipment. (BusinessWire)
"Green" Light Bulb Buying Guide Jun 22, 2007
To use one with a dimmer switch, you must buy a bulb that's specifically made to work with dimmers (check the package). GE makes some dimming compact fluorescent light bulbs (called the Energy Smart Dimming Spirals) that are specially designed for use with dimming switches. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Night lights: Homeowners move beyond typical lighting for the outdoors Jun 9, 2007
" Don't overlight. Too many lights give a yard a theatrical look. Don't use dimmers. Dimmed incandescent light can look yellow and make green plants look sickly. Think about what lights will look like from inside. Two levels of light for outside may work best; one for when you are inside looking out, and another for when you are enjoying your outdoor space. -- croftandlittle.com Before you buy Be sure the outdoor light is rated for the area in which it will be used. Underwriters Laboratories has... (Florida Today)
Give your home a touch of spring Apr 29, 2007
And don t forget the power of dimmers. Turn that bright dining room chandelier down a notch or two and you re eating in a romantic ambiance instead of the glare of bright lights. (Winona Daily News, MN)
More Than 2 Million Barrels of Oil Saved by Adoption of Energy-Saving Devices from STMicroelectronics in 2006 Apr 23, 2007
Intelligent dimming solutions from ST reduce power consumption in traditional bulb lamps while ST's phase-control dimmers also extend bulb life and enhance the consumer experience, providing smooth up-and-down light adjustments and memory presets. -- ST's advanced motor-control and thermo-regulation technologies contribute to energy efficiency and higher reliability in a variety of home appliances from heating and air-conditioning systems to refrigerators and washing machines. (PR Newswire)
Where's the Dobbs Democrat? Apr 12, 2007
com"--only has about 220,000 paying subscribers:Assuming all of these people are paying full freight yearly subscriptions--, that--that's $10.9 million in revenue.Is it worth $10.9 million to the Times for it to wall off its columnists? You tell me. 1:48 A.MCathy was not someone you wanted to get into a blog-feud with. my favorite passage from her spat with Nikki Finke:Nikki has long been dismissive of the blogosphere. She also, at least until fairly recently, has been ignorant of basic... (Slate)
kf Seeks Common Ground, Again!: Mar 28, 2007
But report flicker without dimmers. It all has to do with the I suspected as much. (Slate)
New twist in light bulbs Mar 12, 2007
Not all are suitable for use with dimmers, in enclosed fixtures such as recessed lights or outdoors, so you have to read the package. And if you have a light fixture operated by an electronic timer or a photocell, a CFL might not work. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Living)
Lighting key to 'pulling a space together' Mar 11, 2007
Other elements to consider when planning lighting include furniture placement, paint finishes, ceiling heights, wall space, the use of dimmers, and personal preferences. Susan Arnold, a lighting consultant at Wolfers Lighting, based in Waltham and Allston, explains that different bulbs bring out variations in colors and textures. (Boston Globe)
Move to dim lights Mar 5, 2007
Redland Shire Council will talk to energy providers about possible options including the use of dimmers or timers on streetlights as well as solar-powered lights for existing or new subdivisions. Councillors have voted to allow discussions to take place, although some councillors raised public safety concerns and said they were opposed to turning off street lights. (Bayside Bulletin, Australia)
Future of home automation is here in affordable package Jan 9, 2007
Control4 also sells products ranging from wireless light dimmers to wireless thermostats that may be controlled remotely. Locally, the company sells systems through independent home-audio stores. (AZCentral -- Business)
