So what do you call this week between Christmas and New Year’s? Google offered up all sorts of suggestions including my newest fave — Restivus. The last week of the year is typically a time of reflection and here at Barn Light Electric, our Pinterest boards are a great indicator of what lighting styles people […]
Ashley had her heart set on barn-style lighting long before she found an early 1900s-era farmhouse for sale in Ocilla, Georgia last July. “I’ve been eyeing that style of lighting ever since I laid eyes on it,” she says. Ashley was familiar with Barn Light Electric fixtures from her work with Mermaid Cottages on Tybee Island, a little slice of […]
When Michelle bought her mid-century ranch in Rocky River, Ohio, from a house flipper earlier this year, most of the renovations were done. One major detail, however, was overlooked. There was no electrical in the dining room. Read More »
There is no shortage of TV shows that feature house flippers — those optimistic souls who purchase distressed properties, do some quick renovations, then sell the house for a tidy profit. Or at least they hope so. But what happens when the cameras move to the next property and new homeowners move in? Read More »
Emily and her husband Matthew have been searching for the perfect house since they moved to Raleigh, North Carolina in 2009. He wanted a yard and quiet street while Emily wanted to walk and bike to downtown and be in the center of everything. After seven moves — yes, seven — they finally found the […]
Long-time fans of This Old House will no doubt recognize today’s Featured Customer. Steve Thomas hosted the popular home improvement show for 14 years and calls himself a serial renovator after almost 20 years of renovating two dozen homes. His latest project is a circa 1903, shingle-style cottage in a small fishing village on the coast […]
