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When replacing or upgrading the tombstones (socket components) in a T8 tube light fixture, it’s important to understand how to properly handle the installation and what types of components are available. This guide will take you through the process of changing out the tombstones and explain key differences between shunted and non-shunted tombstones, as well as the different types of bulbs (Type A and...

As Christmas approaches, millions of Americans will partake in the yearly tradition of pulling a tangled mess of lights out of their closets and hanging them over roofs, across walls, and across their front yard. But, as you’re probably aware, massive traditions (be they of the marketing variety or the holiday variety or both) don’t just spring up out of the blue. In fact,...

If you’re anything like me, you don’t just like lighting, you loooooove lighting. And even if you aren’t riding the wave of lighting love, someone in your life must be, right? This gift guide is for those people.  If you know someone who thinks every room could use just one more accent lamp, or someone who spends more time adjusting the brightness of their...

The humble light switch—it’s hardly mentioned when we learn about the first practical uses of electricity, even though it plays a crucial role in how modern lighting came about. It’s one of those little inventions that has had a surprisingly big impact on how we live today, making the simple act of turning on a light something worth exploring.  Before the Switch  The light...

Black Friday—that magical (and chaotic) time of year when we beg our loved ones for their holiday gift lists in advance so that we can buy their presents as affordably as possible. But it hasn’t always been a retail holiday exclusive to deals and sales.  A Financial Disaster Many believe that the day after Thanksgiving is called "Black Friday" because it marks when stores...

Unless you literally live under a rock, you probably see one of these every day - the simple light bulb. So commonplace. So unassuming. But did you know that the light bulb actually has a fascinating history that dates back to the late 19th century? While Thomas Edison is often credited with its invention, there were actually a ton of inventors that contributed to...