By Nancy Brewer   Returning from the Lightovation Market in Dallas last week, we found many new products to enhance anyone’s pallet. While the orbs are still hot, clear glass and clear seeded glass are tipping the scales. Chandeliers, bath fixtures, pendants, fan light kits and exterior fixtures are all becoming statement pieces. New materials for exterior fixtures abound assuring … [Read more...]

By Nancy Brewer   Happy New Year from Nancy B’s House of Lights! The past year seems to have flown by and the New Year is off to an exciting leap. We saw many changes in the lighting industry in 2017, especially the acceptance, confidence and use of LED lighting (light-emitting diodes). We now know we can rely on the color temperatures (Kelvins) of LED’s to make food look appetizing and … [Read more...]

Just As Important As Interior Lighting   By Nancy Brewer It’s that time of year when we are busy making lists, shopping, baking and decorating the interior of our homes. Here at Nancy B’s, our shop is looking like Christmas as well. But let’s talk about the exterior of your home. While we may string some lights on the porch, trees or lamppost, it is only temporary. As you’ve … [Read more...]

While the heart of the home is the kitchen, the dining room is certainly only a heartbeat away. Thanksgiving and Christmas are now within reach. It’s time to spruce up the entertainment areas of your home. We have many chandeliers on display at Nancy B’s House of Lights and will be happy to take a fixture down for you if you are in a hurry. Be sure to check out our table and floor lamps on … [Read more...]

By Nancy Brewer October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Being committed to raising awareness for breast cancer research is one of our goals at Nancy B’s House of Lights. We support research efforts and this month - having a little fun along the way - we joined the challenge for this important cause with Hinkley Lighting, wearing as much pink as possible. Join us in this worthy cause. Think … [Read more...]

Yow-Za, Yow-Za! Where do you think this lamp originated? Our lamp repairman, George, is wonderful!  He treats our customer’s lamps as if they were his own, taking great care to repair these beauties and give them new life. You see, while an old lamp may look as if it is ready for a retirement home, George is able to revive it with new sockets, wiring, cords, dimmers and innards. We all have … [Read more...]

By Nancy Brewer Whew, it’s been really hot and muggy this summer. That’s one reason the breeze from a fan is so welcoming. We have fans in most every room of our home and I don’t think that’s a southern thing. More and more, our builders install fan boxes in the bedrooms and living spaces of their homes. They too know just how important it is to offer their clients this much needed and enjoyed … [Read more...]

  Markets in spring and summer of this year speak of warmer tones like brushed brass, antique gold and gold leafing. Pastels such as Lavender, Robin’s Egg Blue and Pink are hot, hot, hot. The Burnt Orange as seen in the fall and changing leaves was another color to be noticed. Small space living has had a great impact as products in the furniture markets display smaller items for these … [Read more...]

  Some words used often in the lighting world are: Rustic, Contemporary, Transitional, Traditional, Classic, Industrial, Elegant, Wine Country and Coastal to mention a few. We hear these words and read them in magazines and we begin to salivate. These words describe our feelings for the type of lighting we want and need for our home. Home is where the heart is and we expect our … [Read more...]