Over the last five years, there has been a push to introduce smart technology into the home. Refrigerators are smart, T.Vs are smart, and now, so is lighting. While the push towards smart lighting has been slow, the possibilities now seem endless for this new lighting fad. But could the push for … [Read more...] about Smart Lighting: The Wave of the Future
Lighting Covers and Your Health
We all have those long nights where we just can’t seem to get to sleep. It’s a common problem, and has been since the dawn of humanity. But the problem of sleep deprivation has increased dramatically in recent years, especially since the early 1900s when light bulbs were first introduced en mass. … [Read more...] about Lighting Covers and Your Health
Eggcrate Fluorescent Light Covers Save You Money
When it comes to maintenance in your home or business, finding ways to cut down costs are always on your mind. Your lighting solutions are no exception. Perhaps you’ve made a transition to newer, more energy efficient fluorescent bulbs or replaced old fixtures. This is a great start, but what if … [Read more...] about Eggcrate Fluorescent Light Covers Save You Money
The Oldest Light Bulb in the World
Today’s compact fluorescent and LED bulbs might last longer than some older incandescent bulbs, but you’ll still have to pull out the ladder eventually. While that may be true today, in Livermore, California, there’s a bulb that, aside from a few moving mishaps, hasn’t burned out in 114 years. The … [Read more...] about The Oldest Light Bulb in the World
Your Guide to Romantic Lighting this Valentine’s Day
Diffuser Specialist is your go-to provider for all things that cover and diffuse lights in your home and workplace. In our last blog we talked about the importance of retail lighting and how it can affect your overall return. Today we’d like to get a little more personal, really personal and talk … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Romantic Lighting this Valentine’s Day
A Lighting Strategy Will Make your Retail Business Shine
If you’re in retail, you know that every day is a chance to refine how you operate your business. Whether it be training seminars, the latest software, or carefully selecting the products you feel will bring in the most customers, at the end of the day it’s all about crunching numbers and … [Read more...] about A Lighting Strategy Will Make your Retail Business Shine
How to Responsibly Dispose of Fluorescent Lights
Having family and friends over for the holidays or special occasions? Doing a little cosmetic upkeep before they arrive? If one of the things on your to-do list is replacing those burnt-out fluorescent bulbs in your kitchen or bathroom, then there are a few things you should know before simply … [Read more...] about How to Responsibly Dispose of Fluorescent Lights
Why do Fluorescent lights make that “Buzzing” Sound?
If you've ever wondered whether or not your home or workplace has fluorescents, all you need do is open your ears and listen to the light. The familiar buzzing or humming sound coming from your lights is a common occurrence not only in your own home or office but in millions of others around the … [Read more...] about Why do Fluorescent lights make that “Buzzing” Sound?
Photophobia: It’s NOT the Fear of Photographs
Are you experiencing… Eye strain, dizziness, eye irritation, redness, swelling, involuntary squinting, or do you find yourself always averting your gaze from light sources? You may have a condition that manifests itself by oversensitivity to light called Photophobia. What is Photophobia? First of … [Read more...] about Photophobia: It’s NOT the Fear of Photographs
Reduce Headaches with Wrap Lenses
Fluorescent lighting gets a bad wrap, but there's a reason why it's the most common lighting solution. Fluorescent bulbs use up less energy, generate less heat and produce more light than other lighting alternatives. For businesses with office buildings, this is the most energy efficient and cost … [Read more...] about Reduce Headaches with Wrap Lenses
