Lighting Ideas & Inspiration
Explore inspiring lighting ideas that will drastically make your home more efficient & appealing.
Glen Ridge Gas-Powered Lights
Richard Trethewey meets with Glen Ridge, NJ Mayor Stuart Patrick to learn about the borough's history and one of its most distinctive features—the gas lamps.
Highlighting Smart Light Technology
Home technology expert Ross Trethewey shares some home smart light products that are on the market today. He demonstrates uses with smart light switches, smart bulbs, and strip lights that react to sound.
Front Porch Lights: From A to Z
More than just a beacon leading to the front door, exterior lighting helps define the look of a house. With planning and a bit of math, you can put your home's best face forward.
How To Make Mason Jar Patio Lights
These charming lanterns brighten an evening get-together, and they're a cinch to make from supplies you can pick up at the home center.
Best Recessed Lights (2024 Guide)
Recessed lighting fixtures (also known as can lights) save space by sitting flush with your ceiling, making your home feel less cluttered. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best recessed lights on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home.
Best Under-Cabinet Lighting (2024 Guide)
In this review, we compare and analyze today's best under-cabinet lighting options so you can find the perfect ambiance for your home.
The 5 Best Floor Lamps (2024 Review)
Floor lamps don’t only provide your home with additional light—they can also contribute to its look. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best floor lamps on Amazon.
How to Build a Modern Tripod Lamp
House One editor and This Old House DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how to build a sleek three-legged lamp from stock parts and basic tools.
The 5 Best LED Lights (2024 Review)
LED lights can help you enhance your gaming or movie-watching setup, decorate your countertops, or just give any room in your home a new aesthetic. Here are our picks for the best LED lights on Amazon.
Best LED Strip Lights (2024 Review)
The best LED strip lights in 2024 are the MINGER LED Lights, GOVEE LED Light Strips, HRDJ LED Lights, and the GOVEE RGBIC LED Outdoor lights.
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5 Savvy Uses for Smart Lighting
Sure, you’ll never have to come home to a dark house again, but smart lighting is great for home security, monitoring energy usage, and more.
Everything to Know About Bathroom Chandeliers
Thinking about adding a chandelier to your bathroom? Bring glamour and luxury to your personal space with one of these fabulous fixtures.
Best Outdoor Solar Lights (2024 Guide)
Outdoor solar lighting allows you to brighten your yard without batteries or cords. Here are our top picks for the best outdoor solar lights.
Best Christmas Lights (2024 Guide)
In this review and guide, we evaluate some of the best Christmas lights for a range of applications, personal tastes, and budgets.
14 Best Pergola Lighting Ideas
Entertain or just relax with these illuminating ideas for your pergola or other outdoor living space.
5 Garage Lighting Ideas (2024 Guide)
Whether you plan on using your garage as a working space for DIY projects or as a storage area, you’ll need it to be well-lit to navigate around the space. Keep reading for garage lighting ideas, products, and tips.
Building Breakthroughs: Smart Light Switches
Retrofitting new smart lighting systems into old houses provides more user control, energy savings, and peace of mind.
Pro Lighting Tips | 2020 Idea House: Cottage on the Cape
Discover interior designer Denise Enright's inspiration for her lighting selections throughout the TOH 2020 Idea House: Cottage on the Cape.
Ideas for DIY String Lights That Help Your Home Shine
Nothing warms up a space like a cozy, affordable set of string lights. Learn how to decorate them to match the rest of your home's decor.
Velux Sun Tunnel Skylights
Sun tunnels are a cost-effective, energy-efficient, and simple-to-install alternative to skylights. Learn whether they're the right fit to bring more natural light to your home.
5 Creative Design Ideas for Outdoor Lighting
Achieve a magical look in your yard with these nightscaping suggestions
Ask This Old House Know-How: DIY Dimmers
Master Electrician Scott Caron demonstrates how to upgrade to a wireless dimming system to easily adjust lighting schemes throughout the home by remote control
How To Add Overhead Lighting to a Bedroom
Need to brighten up a dark bedroom? Our guide walks you through adding new overhead lighting to enhance your room's atmosphere.
Articulating Library Lights
Use hardworking sconces to illuminate a reading nook, sink wall, fireplace mantel, or any other place you want to brighten in style
Everything You Need to Know to Install an Overhead Light
An overhead light fixture can transform a dark room. Follow along as expert Scott Caron helps a homeowner install a dining room chandelier.
Ask Kevin: Tips on New Lightbulb Options
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor explains what to look for when choosing energy-efficient lightbulbs
How to Add Automatic Lighting to a Closet
Lighting expert Scott Caron shows a homeowner how to brighten up a dark closet and never have to flip on a light switch
How to Convert a Kerosene Lantern into a Lamp
Learn from master electrician Scott Caron how to bring a kerosene lantern into the 21st century with modern electrical components.
Outdoor Lighting Upgrades for Summer Entertaining
Brighten up your entertainment space with unique outdoor lighting. Learn more about each type and get valuable design ideas from our experts.
Demystifying LED Lightbulbs
If you have nagging questions about these energy-saving and long-lasting bulbs, we have the answers
How To Choose Recessed Lights to Spruce up Your Home
Electrician Charles Vargas explains light bulb options for recessed fixtures to help you get the best bang for your buck.
Three Ways to Spiff Up a Ceiling Fan
If you have an old ceiling fan in your home, give it a refresh to improve its look and performance with these three simple steps.