Lighting
Get bright ideas and electric inspiration for optimal lighting—both indoors and outdoors.
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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.
How To Add Task Lighting to a Kitchen
Task lighting can transform your kitchen from a gloomy space to one flooded with light. Find out how to install task lighting here.
How to Light a Windowless Room
Pro tips for brightening spaces that lack natural light
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.
How To Install Recessed Lighting in a Kitchen
Ask This Old House electrician Scott Caron demonstrates how to install recessed light fixtures in a finished ceiling.
A Guide to Track Lighting: Installation and Common Pitfalls
Learn how to install a track lighting system on the ceiling of your kitchen, office, or living room, with master electrician Allen Gallant.
How To Install an Entry Light
Watch as electrician Michelle Bray shows This Old House host Kevin O'Connor how to illuminate an entryway with a new light fixture.
Demystifying LED Lightbulbs
If you have nagging questions about these energy-saving and long-lasting bulbs, we have the answers
Everything You Need to Know to Install Recessed Lights
Brighten up your home by installing this simple light fixture. This Old House master electrician Heath Eastman shows you how.
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.
Bath Chandelier Dos and Don'ts
Dress up your bath without creating a safety hazard
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.
All About Path Lighting
With a little knowledge and a little planning, you can create a well lit walkway with path lighting. This guide will show you how.
Photoshop Redo: Cottage Style for a Boxy Cape
An over-the-entry addition and decorative millwork add style to a plain facade—and space upstairs
How To Create Tin-Can Lanterns: A DIY Guide
In this guide, we'll show you how you can use leftover food cans to create a glowing bit of Halloween decor.
13 Spring Fix-Ups That Save You Money
These spring projects help improve your home's curb appeal and energy efficiency without breaking the bank.
Metal Candle Lanterns
Vintage-inspired lanterns keep flames from flickering in the wind, while casting soft—and safe—candlelight in both indoor and outdoor spaces
How To Use a Barn Pulley to Make a Wall-Mount Light Fixture
Using a barn pulley, we'll walk you through how you can create a rustic light fixture that will become a standout piece in your home.
Efficient Lighting Lessons From TOH TV
At the TOH TV Bedford project house, experts helped the homeowners navigate new bulb and fixture options. What they learned can help you, too.
Exterior Lighting Right Where You Need It
The right exterior lighting makes your outdoor spaces more functional. Learn expert tips on what fixtures to use and where to use them.
How to Install Low-Voltage Landscape Lighting
Light up your yard with help from This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook and Mark Piantedosi.
Everything You Need to Know about Landscape Lighting
Our experts share how to light the outside of your house, from selecting the best outdoor lights to proper installation and maintenance.
How to Rewire a Vintage Entry Lantern
In this guide, we walk you through how to rewire a vintage lantern to add some cozy charm to your entryway.
World's Wildest Holiday House Displays
This Old House has assembled 26 over-the-top abodes with holiday lights so bright, you could probably see them from outer space
Barn-Style Sconces
Charming and practical, these hardworking fixtures deliver high-performance light and a vintage look to any home
All About Pendant Lights
Pendant fixtures add brightness, style, and functionality to any room in the house. Learn how to install one from the This Old House experts.
How To Install a Pendant Light
This Old House host Kevin O'Connor discovers the proper way to install gorgeous ceiling-mounted light fixtures.
Everything You Need To Rewire a Light Fixture
We're sharing everything you need to know to rewire or replace an old light fixture on a tight budget.
LED Flashlights
Long-lasting LEDs are the smart choice for your new flashlight
Your Compact Fluorescent Lightbulb Problems Solved
Compact fluorescent lightbulbs help fight rising energy costs, but the unflattering color they cast and their funky spiral shapes can be turnoffs. Here, ways to start saving more money without suffering
How to Install Under Cabinet Lighting
Follow these instructions to install under-cabinet lighting in your kitchen, including adding a dimmer switch.