4 Lighting Trends for 2026: Warmth, Layers and Timeless Design

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Lighting is the one renovation choice you see every day and feel every night. It shapes how your home looks, how it functions and how comfortable it feels once the sun goes down. If you are planning a renovation, restoring a historic home or replacing an outdated light fixture, understanding 2026 lighting trends can help […]

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Meet the Cozy Colonial: DeAnna’s Journey of Blending History and Personal Style

When it comes to home renovation inspiration with a touch of warmth and authenticity, DeAnna of the.cozy.colonial stands out as a trusted voice. What started as a personal project to document her and her partner Mario’s home transformation has blossomed into a thriving online community of fellow home renovators, colonial home enthusiasts, and those dreaming […]

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How to Choose Light Fixture Overall Length and Hanging Height

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Choosing the correct light fixture overall length helps create comfortable clearance, balanced proportions and a fixture that fits the architecture of the space. Use this guide to estimate the appropriate hanging height for chandeliers, pendants, ceiling lanterns and exterior hanging lights. These measurements are helpful starting points. Always consider the specific fixture dimensions, ceiling conditions, […]

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How to Choose the Right Lighting for Your Home

While many people don’t give it much thought, choosing the right type of lights for your home makes a huge difference in the atmosphere and aesthetics. It’s important to select lighting that provides the proper illumination and adds warmth and style to each room. From primary to accent lighting, selecting the appropriate fixtures will significantly […]

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How to Select the Best Chandelier for Your Home

Chandelier lighting fixtures are popular choices for good reason. Like most light fixtures, chandeliers have multiple roles to play throughout your home. Yes, they provide light, which is functional. How you choose to use them to provide light not only illuminates your home, it sets an atmosphere. Also attributing to that atmosphere is the decorative […]

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How to Choose the Right Ceiling Light or Chandelier Size

Use this chandelier size guide to estimate the appropriate fixture diameter and hanging height for your space. The right proportions can help your ceiling light or chandelier feel balanced, comfortable, and appropriate for the room. Step 1: Determine the Fixture Diameter For a fixture placed in the center of a room: Measure the room’s length […]

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How to Choose Post Lights That Elevate Curb Appeal

Curb appeal is that special something people feel when they look at your home from the outside (or the curb, hence the name). It’s a combination of how well you keep up your property, decor decisions, and cleanliness. Are walkways clear of leaves and debris? Are bushes and other plantings well-trimmed? One element you may […]

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Shipping

At Brass Light Gallery, every light fixture is handcrafted to order in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin studio. Because of the care we take in creating your pieces—and our commitment to delivering them safely—shipping timelines and packaging are thoughtfully planned from start to finish. Lead Times by Product Type Interior Lighting Most interior fixtures ship within 2–3 […]

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