Our customers most often think they know the style of lighting they want. However, when they come into our showroom that all changes. Selecting lighting can be challenging and sometimes overwhelming. Customers who are building often decide on flooring, counter tops, plumbing, appliances, paint colors and save lighting for last. When this happens, panic sets in. But no fear, we’re here to … [Read more...]

  By Nancy B   Back in the day (just a few years ago) styles such as Contemporary and Traditional were the lighting choices that were offered. Now, many styles with new names have surfaced. Following is a guide for these new styles offered by a couple of my vendors: Crystorama and Maxim. Before tackling a major home renovation, it’s important to understand your interior … [Read more...]

By Nancy B   The title of my blog was an article written by Randall Whitehead who is a professional lighting designer. I met him in Dallas years ago and while he is witty and loves to tease and laugh, he knows lighting and he is very serious when discussing it. I learned much from him. In his article he wrote about bathroom lighting. I want to expand a bit on this. As we age, we need … [Read more...]

By Nancy B The kitchen is the heart of the home and Kitchen Islands often are utilized more than a kitchen table. In new homes many Islands are increasing in size and may be 12’ or longer and 3 to 5’ wide. Our kitchens saw a lot of us in the past two years. There are so many uses for our Islands other than cooking and dining. The Island has become the workspace for many of us working from home, … [Read more...]

  By Nancy B   Have you made any New Year’s Resolutions? I often wonder why they fail and how they can succeed. The new year is like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written. We, at Nancy B’s are starting our chapter and you’re in it. Your lighting needs and lighting questions are so important to us. One of our resolutions is to be a good listener; talk less and listen more to … [Read more...]

  By Nancy B Merry Christmas! There is so much to do during the holidays that often it’s hard to take time to enjoy. Decorating, cleaning, baking, sending Christmas cards, shopping, and wrapping seems to take precedence. That being said, I have made time to enjoy the Winter Wander at the Boar’s Head Inn, “Elvis” at the Paramount, read two Christmas books that have been ignored on my … [Read more...]

By Nancy B   During this Thanksgiving holiday, we reflect on all for which we are grateful. We appreciate the confidence you have placed in Nancy B’s House of Lights, and we are grateful for your business and value the relationship we’ve built together. Please accept our heartfelt thanks from my staff and myself. As a small thank you, I’d like to share a recipe from my husband’s Aunt … [Read more...]

By Nancy B   Whew! I thought fall would not arrive soon enough. I have tired of watering my flowers due to lack of rain and temperatures in the 90’s and as much as I love summer, I’ve been waiting for fall and finally it’s here! The colors of autumn always excite me, and the smell of pumpkin pie and apple cider make me happy, and once again we can enjoy our fire pit in the back yard. … [Read more...]

  As many of you know, at Nacy B’s House of Lights we offer lamp repair service. Many old favorite lamps hold memories, and the sentimental value alone is worth having them repaired. In our home, we have a very old metal lamp in our guest bedroom that if moved or rocked back and forth makes a clanging sound. When I was about 4 and instructed to take a nap, I talked my mother into letting … [Read more...]

    What will they think of next?   By Nancy B   I still find it hard to believe, but it’s true. We now offer portable posts! For many years we have offered patio floor and table lamps and pendants and chandeliers that can be hung and used outside so why not posts? Are you scratching your head too? Many of us have a light post with a nice lantern in our … [Read more...]