Photography Tips And IdeasLight http://www.sfdtunisia.org Learn better digital & conventional photography Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:53:58 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Safety Instructions For Christmas Lights http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/safety-instructions-for-christmas-lights.php http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/safety-instructions-for-christmas-lights.php#comments Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:19:02 +0000 andihong http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/safety-instructions-for-christmas-lights.php Christmas Light Safety Instructions:

When using Christmas lights, basic precautions should always be observed including the following holiday light safety tips;

Your holiday lights are not toys! To avoid risk of fire, burns, personal injury and electric shock, the holiday lights should not be played with or placed where small children can reach them.

Do not use Christmas lights outdoors unless the lights are marked suitable for outdoor use. When outdoor Christmas lights are used in outdoor applications, connect the outdoor Christmas lights to a ground fault circuit Read more

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When using Christmas lights, basic precautions should always be observed including the following holiday light safety tips;

Your holiday lights are not toys! To avoid risk of fire, burns, personal injury and electric shock, the holiday lights should not be played with or placed where small children can reach them.

Do not use Christmas lights outdoors unless the lights are marked suitable for outdoor use. When outdoor Christmas lights are used in outdoor applications, connect the outdoor Christmas lights to a ground fault circuit Read more

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First Light: The Dim Beginning

It was a dark and stormy–well, it was certainly a dark night, but that would soon change. The year was 1809, and an English Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> Reading by candlelight may seem romantic, but it’s tough on the eyes, and an errant breeze leaves everyone in the dark. Imagine having to light up an oil-soaked torch for a little extra, portable light outside. Thank goodness we have the light bulb, and thank goodness we’ve been getting better at making it. From glowing strips of charcoal to light emitting diodes (LEDs), we’ve come a long way.

First Light: The Dim Beginning

It was a dark and stormy–well, it was certainly a dark night, but that would soon change. The year was 1809, and an English Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/shedding-light-on-the-history-of-the-light-bulb-and-its-bright-future.php/feed 0 Home Light Bulbs – Helping you to See the Difference http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/home-light-bulbs-helping-you-to-see-the-difference.php http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/home-light-bulbs-helping-you-to-see-the-difference.php#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:08:12 +0000 andihong http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/home-light-bulbs-helping-you-to-see-the-difference.php Lighting can make a big impact on a person’s health, mood and ability to perform their job. Many businesses have realized using the proper light bulbs can increase a person’s ability to think through complex situations, enable a person to make an informed decision and create a positive atmosphere. However, the realization of using the proper light bulbs has not been carried over into the home to enhance one’s home life, but there are many reasons why it should.
The typical household light bulbs are incandescent 60 watt GE light bulbs. Incandescent light bulbs can Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> Lighting can make a big impact on a person’s health, mood and ability to perform their job. Many businesses have realized using the proper light bulbs can increase a person’s ability to think through complex situations, enable a person to make an informed decision and create a positive atmosphere. However, the realization of using the proper light bulbs has not been carried over into the home to enhance one’s home life, but there are many reasons why it should.
The typical household light bulbs are incandescent 60 watt GE light bulbs. Incandescent light bulbs can Read more

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LED is short for Light Emitting Diode. This type of lighting is semiconductor powered and with recent developments in technology is capable of emitting as Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> LED Lighting has been around for a long time now, however until recently it was not considered to be a good source of light for white light. Recent developments in technology has made it possible for an LED light to give as much white light as a conventional light bulb therefore making it a viable source of lighting for many different types of applications. Light Emitting Diodes are currently seeing heavy use in automotive lights.

LED is short for Light Emitting Diode. This type of lighting is semiconductor powered and with recent developments in technology is capable of emitting as Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/the-benefits-of-led-lighting.php/feed 0 A Basic Guide to Outdoor Lighting http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/a-basic-guide-to-outdoor-lighting.php http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/a-basic-guide-to-outdoor-lighting.php#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:10:15 +0000 andihong http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/a-basic-guide-to-outdoor-lighting.php The actual design of an outdoor lighting system is determined by the site characteristics, the landscape effect desired its function, and the homeowner’s personal tastes.

Most hardware stores and home improvement centers sell low voltage kits with a built-in transformer and a timer which lets you determine when the lighting is activated or deactivated.

The transformers use 120-volt current, which is standard in nearly all households. The transformer then converts the current to 12 volts resulting in a safe and economical power source.

A GFCI receptacle will be Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> The actual design of an outdoor lighting system is determined by the site characteristics, the landscape effect desired its function, and the homeowner’s personal tastes.

Most hardware stores and home improvement centers sell low voltage kits with a built-in transformer and a timer which lets you determine when the lighting is activated or deactivated.

The transformers use 120-volt current, which is standard in nearly all households. The transformer then converts the current to 12 volts resulting in a safe and economical power source.

A GFCI receptacle will be Read more

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Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> Your child’s bedroom should be a safe haven, a place where fun flows along with creativity and productive thoughts. Lighting a room with so many purposes can be challenging. However before you start buying and putting the lights in their room, wait and spend some time in understanding your child’s needs, personality and other small things. Children’s have slightly different lighting needs from us, adults. Also you should take decorating your child’s room as a great opportunity to illustrate off your playful side, do some personal bonding, and allow your children to be Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/lighting-ideas-for-your-children%e2%80%99s-future.php/feed 0 Linear Cabinet Light Fixtures http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/linear-cabinet-light-fixtures.php http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/linear-cabinet-light-fixtures.php#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:11:45 +0000 andihong http://www.sfdtunisia.org/light/linear-cabinet-light-fixtures.php As interior architecture becomes more sophisticated, and as the functional and the decorative purposes of lighting converge more and more, linear strips are becoming the preferred form of cabinet linear strip lighting fixtures. More concealable than puck lights, and capable of much better color rendering than fluorescent lights, linear cabinet light fixtures feature a diversity of festoon lamping options, optional low voltage transformer, and lighting controls that make them not only the most robust type of cabinet light fixtures, but also the most energy efficient cabinet light fixtures on Read more

Here is no comments yet by the time your rss reader get this, Do you want to be the first commentor? Hurry up ]]> As interior architecture becomes more sophisticated, and as the functional and the decorative purposes of lighting converge more and more, linear strips are becoming the preferred form of cabinet linear strip lighting fixtures. More concealable than puck lights, and capable of much better color rendering than fluorescent lights, linear cabinet light fixtures feature a diversity of festoon lamping options, optional low voltage transformer, and lighting controls that make them not only the most robust type of cabinet light fixtures, but also the most energy efficient cabinet light fixtures on Read more

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