Lighting

From the welcoming porch light to the reassuring night light, this invaluable book discusses all aspects of choosing and using lighting sources, bulbs, and fittings to create stylish, well-lit interiors and provides a wealth of bright ideas for creative lighting from planning a new lighting scheme to choosing a new bulb.
-- Accessible and hardworking, this comprehensive guide demystifies the technicalities of the subject, provides practical guidance on positioning and installation, and illustrates the effects of different lighting sources and schemes.
-- Shows how to analyze your lighting needs before settling on a final arrangement, whether it be ambient lighting for generating atmosphere or accent lighting for artwork or collections.
-- An invaluable "Practicalities" section focuses on lighting fundamentals (including a detailed discussion of safety and maintenance) and an exhaustive directory lists the best sources for light fixtures and accessories.