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Barn Wall Sconces for an All American Porch

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Everybody has a tricky space in their home that is missing that last finishing touch. It could be a piece of artwork in your living room, or maybe a throw pillow on your bed. The porch from Country Living today has just about everything: a cozy wicker chair, a swing big enough for two and even tables to rest afternoon snacks on. We did notice one little thing though; there isn’t a porch light to be found! So if you have an all-American porch like this, we’ve selected a few American made light fixtures that just might make this porch complete. Read More »

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Unique Gooseneck Lights Add Character to Any Home

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These days, everybody is looking for something unique for their home. Whether it is a distinctive piece of furniture or an exceptional work of art, why wouldn’t you want at least one item in your home that leaves guests awestruck – flooding you with complements. In the case of artwork, most choose to put the spotlight on their piece with a simple light fixture. Have you ever thought to make your light fixture into that eye catching piece in your home?
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Crouse-Hinds Lighting for the Home and Office

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tumblr_lm1kqqFxjc1qgto0oo1_400.jpgCrouse-Hinds is a name synonymous with the lighting industry for over 110 years. Founded in 1894 by Huntington Beard Crouse and Jeff Lorenzo Hinds, the two began Crouse-Hinds Electrical Company, and began manufacturing traffic signals and controllers. However, the name Crouse-Hinds is better known for their line of explosion proof lighting – manufactured for hazardous factories and warehouses all over the United States.
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Vintage Pendant Lighting for the Traditional Home

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When you think of a traditional home, what images do you being to think of? Long white walls? Exposed wooden beams along the ceilings? Maybe even that large, classic chandelier in the dining room? Switching up that traditional design with a few industrial touches could put you on the road to a beautiful and unique home.
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From Pendant Light to Gooseneck Shade: Our Top Picks

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barn_light_electric_outback_gooseneck_12.jpgBarn lights come in many shapes and sizes, as well as mounting options. When it comes to versatility, many homeowners and designers choose pendant lights for the space in question. The benefit to choosing ceiling pendants is that their mounting options (cord hung or stem mounted) are adjustable for varying ceiling heights. Others choose sconces and flush mount lighting where pendants may not be an option. Have you ever thought to consider a gooseneck barn light in your home though?  What you may or may not have noticed is that many of our favorite barn pendants are available as a gooseneck light as well! Read More »

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Deep Bowl Porcelain Pendants Make a Barn Light Debut

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All white rustic décor is being seen around the design world right now, and rightfully so! These bleached out rooms give an ethereal, calming feeling to anybody who enters. This eat-in kitchen featured in Elle Décor is essentially the perfect example. Between the wide plank floors, whitewashed wainscoting and the mismatched chairs, this room is practically screaming industrial farmhouse at us, and we love it!You can’t help to wonder what memories must have been made here, as it’s plain to see that it’s a well lived in kitchen! The pub-height dining table serves a dual purpose as an island and prep space, but also as an area to gather at the end of a long day and collect your thoughts. One can’t help but to notice the two deep bowl pendants lighting up the room when the sun goes down.
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