Monday, October 31, 2005

Ceiling fan designed for kid's room with soccer theme

My son is crazy about playing baseball. I am looking for a ceiling fan for his room. Do you have any baseball fans?

This westinghouse fan is a 30" diameter Baseball Ceiling Fan designed for kids. It comes in white finish only, 6 reversible blades (White with Baseball Decal/White), light fixture with Baseball glass. It also has a 25 year warranty!

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Splicing low voltage lighting cables using connectors from Focus Industries.

What is the best long term way to make an underground waterproof connection for 12 volt leads. The connection from the mainline transformer line to the various lights in the setup.

Using a good quality CONNECTOR is one of the best ways to splice LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING CABLE. You can also use silicone filled wire nuts and cut and splice the wires.

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Wiring for fountains and lights using low voltage lighting cable.

I have low voltage wiring in the ground and recently purchased a fountain with a 120V plug. Is there a way to tie this in with the low voltage line. I want to try to avoid having to buy a low voltage pump for the fountain.

No Low voltage wiring does not have a ground wire which you must have for line voltage outdoor lighting or especially for fountains. Your best bet is to run the correct UF CABLE or conduit from the house to the fountain. Ge sure to install a GFCI device for safety. FYI - finding a low voltage pump will be quite the challenge.

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Monday, October 24, 2005

Outdoor copper gas lanterns, natural gas decorative lanterns, gas wall sconces, outdoor lanterns & security lighting



I am in the process of building a new home and my wife has asked me to consider having the builder install copper gas lanterns at the front door. How effective are gas lanterns for useful lighting?

Gas lanterns made from copper can be a wonderful addition to any home. Nothing looks better at the front door than a pair of GAS LANTERNS or ELECTRIC LANTERNS creating a sense of "Welcome" to your family and friends.

The soft elegant flicker of the gas flame is a warm and inviting light source that will give you years of nighttime enjoyment. Keep in mind that gas lanterns, although, beautiful, are really for show and you should have another light source over the door to fill in shadows to provide security lighting.

You will want to install a LUTRON DIMMER CONTROL so that this supplimental recessed light does not interfere with the ambiance created by the gas lanterns. The idea is to have a perfect balance from both light sources.

Give the folks at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design a call at 800-239-2939 for assistance in selecting the right size and style gas lantern for your home. You will be glad you did!

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Fluorescent flood lighting fixture with glare shield for backyard lighting.

Hi: I''m looking for flourescent fixtures for an outdoor area, and need two dual fixtures of this kind in a brownish or dark finish. Wattage 13 and up.Can you recommend? Thanks

The TECHLIGHT SRFPLSA-27 is a good little fluorescent flood fixture. You can get it in a bronze color and a glare shield as well. FYI - The picture has the wrong lamp, but the housing is the same. Thanks!

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Battery operated turntable for small floral displays on tables.

Roman Lights - Black Mirror Turn Table - 165558 Does this product make what is on top of it go around and around? Thanks.

Yes, the ROMAN 165558 is a battery operated turntable designed for simply lightweight displays.

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Troubleshooting a Lutron dimmer control issue.

I have recently replaced a single-pole Leviton dimmer with a single-pole Lutron 1000watt dimmer, and noticed that the twelve 65Watt incandescent recessed lights it controls were not as bright as before. With the dimmer set to its maximum I measured the voltage at the lightbulb sockets to be only 100volts. Does this indicate a faulty dimmer switch? There is no internal adjustment mechanism on the switch to modulate the range or intensity. Other dimmers in the house do output the expected maximum of 120-130volts, meassured at the bulb sockets.

Sounds like you got a bad LUTRON dimmer. Before returning the device check the input voltage without the dimmer.

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Outdoor landscape lighting for trees and shrubs using mercury vapor lighting fixtures.

I need to select 3 large uplights for oaks trees and 6 small uplights for specimin trees i also need 3 lights to wash the front and side of a house. My wife does not want to see the fixtures She does not want to be able to see where the light comes from what would you recommend

Hiding the light source will take careful consideration and testing on your part to acheive the desired results. Up lighting large Oak trees can be done with several types of equipment depending on the mounting technique you use. For example, a one or more MERCURY VAPOR GRADE LEVEL UP LIGHTS positioned in the lawn, midway between the truck and the drip line, will do a beautiful job of lighting the canopy of the tree. If your tree is surrounded by shrubs, the best way to up light the tree is MERCURY VAPOR BULLET UP LIGHTS with the hub mount option or with remote ballasts. Install the lights just below the top of the shrubs and theat will minimize a glow spot from the fixture. You can also use MERCURY VAPOR DOWN LIGHTS mounted in the top of the tree to create shadows and interest on the ground.

Check out our LIGHTING GALLERY for some ideas!

For the specimen trees, you might consider using one of our PRE-PACKAGES LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING KITS. Everything you need including the fixtures, stakes, lamps, wire and transformer are in the box. I like the MR16 for the trees and the PAR36 for the house. We also have GRADE LEVEL LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTS if that fits your needs better.

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Sunday, October 23, 2005

Parking light, parking lot lights, parking lot light pole, garage parking lights, tennis court lights & wall packs.

Designing and specifiying quality parking lights and parking lot lighting equipment for your project is now just a few clicks of the mouse. Traditionally, to aquire parking lot lighting fixtures or commercial wall packs, you had to go through normal distribution channels and pay the middleman. Now you can purchase outdoor lighting equipment directly from Residential Landscape Lighting & Design and save hundreds if not thousands on parking lot fixtures, warehouse lighting, wall packs, sign lights and tennis court lighting fixtures.

Designing a well lighted parking area or tennis court is all about using the right equipment at a price that meets your budget. Good quality commercial grade lighting equipment will provide uniform light distribution, maintain a good average footcandle ratio, minimize glare and provide years of mainteneance free operation. Using sophisticated lighting programs and years of experience the professionals at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design can customize a lighting package tailored to your needs. All our outdoor commercial lighting fixture packages include poles, brackets, fixtures, mounting hardware and lamps. The following is an assortment of just some of the pre-packaged outdoor lighting kits.

Parking Lot Lighting Kits - 20 Foot Poles
Outdoor Commercial 20 foot Light Kit with one head at 90 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 20 foot Light Kit with two heads at 180 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 20 foot Light Kit with two heads at 45 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 20 foot Light Kit with three heads
Outdoor Commercial 20 foot Light Kits with four heads

Parking Lot Lighting Kits - 25 Foot Poles
Outdoor Commercial 25 foot Light Kit with one head at 90 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 25 foot Light Kit with two heads at 180 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 25 foot Light Kit with two heads at 90 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 25 foot Light Kit with three heads
Outdoor Commercial 25 foot Light Kits with four heads

Parking Lot Lighting Kits - 30 Foot Poles
Outdoor Commercial 30 foot Light Kit with one head at 90 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 30 foot Light Kit with two heads at 180 degrees
Outdoor Commercial 30 foot Light Kit with two heads at 90 degrees Outdoor Commercial 30 foot Light Kit with three heads
Outdoor Commercial 30 foot Light Kits with four heads

Tennis Court Lighting Kits
Recreational & Residential Single Tennis Court Lighting Package
Recreational & Residential Dual Tennis Court Lighting Package

Club & Tournament Single Tennis Court Lighting Package
Club & Tournament Dual Tennis Court Lighting Package
Narrow Club & Tournament Dual Tennis Court Lighting Package

If this is your first time to attempt an outdoor lighting pole project, do not worry! Although the many options available may be overwhelming at first, the basic principles are the same as any other lighting project. If you need some help, do not hesitate to contact us. Our friendly staff of experienced lighting specialists are happy to guide you step-by-step through the process of acquiring everything you will need to illuminate the outdoors with the most durable and long lasting lighting poles available today.

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Friday, October 21, 2005

Hanging pendant lights, kitchen pendants, table light pendants, modern pendants & traditional pendant lights

Who says you don’t need lights hanging around your house? Pendant lights are some of the most versatile and beautiful of all the decorative lighting fixtures used in homes or offices. Pendant lights can be used in just about every room of the house to brighten up the space.

The distressed components of the Framburg Illuminati pendant fixtures are finished in polished nickel and complement the texture of the piastra glass; while the Satin Pewter finish on the smooth stems offset some of the rustic nature of the piece as a whole. Overall, this series is playful and feminine, yet somewhat simple.

Pendant lighting is an ideal light fixture to use over tables, counters, kitchen islands, living room bars, or any room with high ceilings. Pendant lights typically have a stem or chain that can be used to lower or raise the light into the perfect position in the room. Mini pendant lights look super when used in groups over a bar or island. Kitchen pendant lighting can be quite effective for not only task lighting, but as a decorative general light source when used in combination with a dimmer control. Modern pendant lighting and Tiffany pendant lighting add color and charm to any setting.

Pendant lights are made by a plethora of manufacturers and come in many shapes, light sources and sizes. Here at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design, we carry discount pendant lighting from the following brand name vendors:

Framburg Pendant Lights

Westinghouse Pendant Lighting

Besa Pendant Light

Aziano Pendant Lights

Small, colorful glass pendants from Besa and Westinghouse are used in contemporary or modern settings. They come in single, double and triple clusters to create that special look. Larger indirect style lighting pendants or bowl pendants from Westinghouse and Aziano are used over breakfast tables, desks or game tables. Light from these style pendants is very pleasant and creates a handsome design element that can be bright, or as subtle as the mood requires.

Framburg also manufactures high quality pendant lighting fixtures used by some of the country’s top interior designers. Framburg does a good job of using designer finishes in combination with unique specialty glasses. Some fixtures have artfully bent rods, bar stock or tubes that grace the fixture and set the tone for the room. Other Framburg pendants such as the Bellevue are quite simple and tend to just blend into the surroundings. The architectural frame and curvilinear arms of the Bellevue are combined to create a fixture that is neither contemporary nor traditional. The brass substrate is covered in a brushed stainless finish with polished nickel accents that add a little sizzle. The glass has a variegated white marble finish and lies somewhere between rustic and modern.

Contact the lighting professionals at Residential Landscape Lighting & Design for infomation on antler chandeliers, semi-flush mount ceiling fixtures, chandeliers or other residential lighting products.


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Thursday, October 20, 2005

Lutron Maestro dimmer controls can dim from multiple locations.

why we cannot use two three way dimmers to control low voltage lights from two locations...or ..why two three way switches cannot be replaced by two three way low voltage dimmers controlling the the light from two locations.

LUTRON MAESTRO DIMMERS can dim from multiple locations when used in combination with a LUTRON SMART REMOTE DIMMER. Multi-location dimming from up to 10 locations .

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Wednesday, October 19, 2005

Nightscaping low voltage tiki light for patio.

Does anybody make an electric tiki torch. No real flame but has the look of a real torch.

Nightscaping makes a combination low voltage light and Tiki torch. You can learn more about it by visiting:

http://www.nightscaping.com/tikiliter_cu.htm

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Neon sign, neon beer sign, neon bar sign, football sign, NFL team logos & football sign yard

NFL LIGHTED FOOTBALL SIGNS are perfect for displaying team spirit day or night. Whether you are a collector of neon beer signs, neon bar signs or just a football fanatic, these NFL Football Team Rope Lights are UL Approved and designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Because these NFL team football signs are made from rope light and not neon they are durable and can stand the test of time. You can even use these lighted signs at tailgate parties, parades and pep rallies if you have a 120 volt power supply.

Check out a lighted sign for your favorite NFL Football team:

Baltimore Ravens Rope light sculpture
Rave on the Ravens with your very own Baltimore Ravens rope light sculpture by American Lighting

Buffalo Bills Rope lights sculpture
Help cheer the Buffalo Bills to victory with your very own rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

Chicago Bears Rope light sculptures
"Da Bears!!!" Nothing says it all like your very own Chicago Bears rope light sculpture.

Dallas Cowboys Rope light sculptures
Cheer America's team to victory with your very own Dallas Cowboys rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

Denver Broncos Rope light sculpture
Watch the Denver Broncos charge their way to victory with your very own rope light sculpture.

Green Bay Packers Rope light sculpture
Display your cheesehead pride with a Green Bay Packers rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

Indianapolis Colts Rope light sculptures
Watch the Indianapolis Colts stampede over the competition with your very own rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

Minnesota Vikings Rope lights sculpture
Watch the Minnesota Vikings pillage and plunder their way through the competition with your very own rope light motif by American Lighting.

New England Patriots Rope lights sculpture
Cheer on the New England Patriots with your very own NFL team logo depicted in a unique rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

New York Giants Rope light sculptures
Cheer on as the New York Giants struggle through another mediocre season with your very own rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

New York Jets Rope light sculptures
Cheer on the New York Jets as they fight hard through another tough season with your very own rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

Seattle Seahawks Rope light sculptures
Cheer on the Seattle Seahawks as they slide through the competition with your very own rope light sculpture by American Lighting .

St. Louis Rams Rope lights sculpture
See the light as the St. Louis Rams ram their way to the post-season with your very own rope light sculpture by American Lighting.

Kansas City Chiefs Rope light sculpture
See the Chiefs turn on the lights and roll over the competition with your very own rope light sculpture from American Lighting.

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Monday, October 17, 2005

Glare shield designed for PAR38 lamps to minimize glare and comply with dark sky regulations.

I want to know if your parshield glare visor (item # ShieldP38) will work with my bellacor outdoor spotlight, item #28376. It is 4.5"w x 8"h Thanks.

The PARSHIELD is designed to clip directly onto to any fixture that uses a PAR38 lamp. It should work on your fixture if it has an exposed light bulb and does not have a shroud around the lamp itself. This clip on shield is great for PAR38 flood lamps which are typically used for security lights.

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Saturday, October 15, 2005

Westinghouse ceiling fans, patio ceiling fan, indoor ceiling fans & outdoor ceiling fan

All Westinghouse ceiling fans revolve around innovation, style and durability.

A ceiling fan should do more than circulate air. A ceiling fan should create a mood, an environment, and add a touch of cool to people's homes. It should also stand the test of time functionally, as well as architecturally. This is exactly what Westinghouse designers had in mind when developing their products.

Westinghouse indoor ceiling fans and outdoor ceiling fans by Westinghouse are unique fans, featuring designer finishes, halogen light and convenient remote controls, are perfect for today's contemporary settings. With our assorted colors and designs, you can be sure you'll find one to match your individual style.

What size ceiling fan do you need?

30" Ceiling Fan
For rooms up to 8'x10'- Small bedrooms- Walk-in closets- Smaller kitchens
42" Ceiling Fan
For rooms up to 12'x12'- Medium bedrooms- Kitchens- Small recreation areas
52" Ceiling Fan
For rooms up to 18'x20'- Large bedrooms- Family rooms- Great rooms- Dining rooms

For Optimum air circulation, it is most efficient to have the fan blades 8' to 9' above the floor. For ceilings that are higher, please see the chart to the right with recommended down rod length and ceiling heights.

For over 100 years, Westinghouse has been recognized and acknowledged for producing high quality, reliable products. They have always had a steadfast commitment to being on the forefront of technological and engineering advances. This has enabled Westinghouse to continually produce products that make people's lives easier and more enjoyable.

People across the country and around the world know they can depend on Westinghouse products.The Westinghouse tradition continues today across a wide variety of products, including ceiling fans.If you thought all ceiling fans were alike, you're in for a pleasant surprise.Westinghouse has created a new line of ceiling fans that have the style, quality and durability you need. We also have a totally new, ingenious technology that makes installation so simple, you can literally do it yourself.Thanks to Westinghouse's patented InstaLoc™ Technology, for the first time anyone can install a beautiful ceiling fan in minutes – without an electrician. That's because our fans are virtually pre-assembled at the factory, so there's just three easy steps from box to ceiling. No other brand makes it so simple.You'll notice the Westinghouse difference in other ways, too, that help you save on monthly energy bills.

The ENERGY STAR™ designation means you have the most energy-efficient fan on the market, thanks to the latest motor and blade technologies.Of course all Westinghouse ceiling fans are built to last a lifetime and we stand behind them with one of the strongest warranties in the business. You can depend on Westinghouse to always be there – as America has for over a hundred years.

Innovations that make your life easier – it's how we give our customers the best fan on the market. Residential Landscape Lighting & Design carries a full line of Westinghouse ceiling fans for both indoor and outdoor use. Give them a call today at 800-239-2939.

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Wednesday, October 12, 2005

Low voltage lighting kits with all the components.

I currently have 10 front yard low voltage landscape lights I installed myself. Worked great for 5 years. Now I have consistent electrical problems, apparently with either the underground wires shorting,the transformer, or the units. The company us "twilight lighting". I believe its a quality problem. Anyway, recommendation on best quality wires, transformers and low voltage lighting or comments about this company would be greatly appreciated.

You should consider looking at our PRE_PACKAGED OUTDOOR LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING KITS. I am not familiar with the company that installed your lights It is time to move on to a new lighting system.

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What size wire do I need for my low voltage lighting system?

I want to install 8 20 watt fixtures what size of wire should i use? thankyou

That depends how far you are going with the lights! My rule of thumb is no more than 100 watts on 100 feet of 12/2 wire. So, if you split the lights into several home runs, you will be fine. Try our WIRE CALCULATOR!

DIRECT BURIAL CABLE

TRANSFORMERS

ACCENT LIGHTS

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Horse arena lighting using lights designed to mount on wooden poles.

I have a 100 x 200 foot riding arena I wish to light. I was planning to use four, 25 foot light poles. I like your 400w flood lights intended for riding arenas and race tracks - would 4 do the job of lighting my arena?

I think you would be much happier if you used two fixtures per pole for a total of eight fixtures. The lighting would be more uniform and the coverage will be greatly improved. Four lights is simply not enough to illuminate a HORSE ARENA that size. Contact Aaron in customer service at 800-239-2939 for more specific information and a custom quote. Ride safe!

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Tuesday, October 11, 2005

Dimmer controls for electronic and magnetic transformers

I have recently installed ten 50 watt halogen lights in my kitchen/dinner. They operate via a double wall switch. One switches on 7 lights via two fittings and the other switches on 3 lights. I want to install a double dimmer switch but the maximum wattage allowable is 400 watts. But I need a dimmer switch for 10 x 50 watts = 500 watts can you please advise if such a switch is available and from where. Thank you.

If your halogen lights have an ELECTRONIC TRANSFORMER than you will need an ELECTRONIC RATED DIMMER CONTROL which has a maximum of 300-watts. You can purchase a power booster if you want to exceed that load. Otherwise, if you are using a MAGNETIC TRANSFORMER than you will need a MAGNETIC RATED DIMMER CONTROL which has a maximum of 1000-watts. It too, can be used in combination with a power booster.

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Monday, October 10, 2005

How many low voltage lights do I need in my living room?

I have a rectangular room which is 13f x 21ft. Ceiling height is 2.1 mIts a typical living room/lounge. I need to know how many low voltage 50watt recessed lights I should have fitted. (No other lights in the room).

You should install two rows of six HALO LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTS for a total of twelve lights. I would split the load into a couple of zones and use DIMMER CONTROLS for mood lighting and use 50MR16/FNV wide spread lamps..

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Sunday, October 09, 2005

Defective Malibu transformer for low voltage lighting.

I just purchased a Malibu landscape light set and am having trouble with the transformer turning the lights on at the set time. The timer gets hung up at the preset on time and will not turn the dial to turn the lights on. I can, however, manually turn the lights on and they will go off automatically at the preset off time. Is there a way that I could adjust the tension on the on/off dial on the transformer to make it turn easier, or do I need to return just the transformer(this was a complete kit-lights, wire, and transformer) to the store and get a new one? All of my lights work fine and I do not want to dig up the entire kit to return it. Thank you for your help!

Sounds like you have a defective transformer. They should be able to provide you a replacement. We sell TIME CLOCKS that would allow you to bypass the internal timer should they not provide you a new one.

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Thursday, October 06, 2005

Outdoor lighting timer for my landscape lighting has stopped working.

My transformer will not turn the lights on. The timer gets stuck at the red trigger and does not click on. Any suggestions for correcting the problem?

Sounds like the red tripper is worn out or the timer mechanism is slipping on the motor shaft. You might have to replace the power supply or timer. We have external TIME CLOCKS or REPLACEMENT 12 VOLT LANDSCAPE LIGHTING TRANSFORMERS if you need one.

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Outdoor landscape lighting for ice skating rink.

I''m trying to install lights which we can use to illuminate our ice rink on the lake in the winter. They need to be installed on shore and be able to cover the rink which is about 50 feet from shore. There are some large oaks 25 ft in from shore and a boat house right next to the lake. Any thoughts would be appreciated.Thanks, Dave

You could always install some METAL HALIDE POWER FLOODS in the trees to illuminate the skating area. I would recommend using the glare shield and mounting the lights as high as you can to spread the light across the lake.

Another option is more commercial looking, but will certainly provide higher levels of illumination. We have a full selection of COMMERCIAL POLE LIGHTS and FIXTURES.

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Wiring diagrams for Lutron single pole, 3-way and 4-way dimmer controls.

Need installation instructions on di-pole (double switch) light dimmer

I assume that you are referring to a 3-way wiring diagram for a LUTRON DIMMER CONTROL.Click HERE to see wiring diagrams.

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