Lighting Guides

Expert lighting tips, sizing guides, and room-by-room ideas to help you choose the right fixture for your home.

Pendant light installation checklist for a warm modern home
Pendant Light Installation Checklist: What to Know Before Installation Day
Learn how to prepare for pendant light installation, from measuring ceiling height to choosing the right fixture size and hiring a licensed electrician. Read more...
Flush mount vs semi-flush mount ceiling lights in a modern home
Flush Mount vs Semi-Flush Mount Lights: Installation and Clearance Guide
Not sure whether to choose a flush mount or semi-flush mount light? This guide breaks down the key differences by ceiling height, clearance, room type, and style — so you... Read more...
Bathroom ceiling lighting guide with flush mount and vanity lights
Bathroom Ceiling Lighting Guide: Flush Mounts, Vanity Lights, and Damp-Rated Fixtures
Bathroom lighting requires more than a vanity light. This guide covers ceiling flush mounts, damp and wet ratings, IP ratings, layered bathroom lighting, and what to check before buying any... Read more...
Lighting for sloped ceilings with pendant lights and chandeliers in a vaulted room
Vaulted Ceiling Lighting Ideas: How to Light Sloped and High Ceilings
Vaulted and sloped ceilings add drama to a home, but lighting them well takes more than one bright fixture overhead. This guide covers the best lighting options for sloped, cathedral,... Read more...
Hardwired chandelier installation checklist before buying
Hardwired Chandelier Installation Checklist: What to Know Before You Buy
Ensure your hardwired chandelier installation goes smoothly with this comprehensive pre-installation checklist covering measurements, electrical safety, and fixture evaluation. Read more...
Hardwired chandelier installation checklist for dining rooms and entryways
Chandelier Ceiling Support Guide: Electrical Box, Weight, and Installation Prep
Learn how to evaluate ceiling support for a chandelier, choose the right electrical box rating, and prepare your ceiling for safe hardwired installation. Read more...
How to Care for Alabaster Lighting: Cleaning, Placement, and Everyday Tips
How to Care for Alabaster Lighting: Cleaning, Placement, and Everyday Tips
Natural alabaster is more resilient than it looks — but it does need specific care. This guide covers how to clean it, where to place it, and what to avoid... Read more...
Illustration of wall sconces: the complete guide to choosing and installing wall lights — Glowryte
Wall Sconces: The Complete Guide to Choosing and Installing Wall Lights
Wall sconces do things ceiling fixtures can’t — they add warmth at eye level, define architectural features, and layer light in a way that makes rooms feel finished. Here’s everything... Read more...