Bad lighting! What NOT to buy! Buy this instead! - Interior Design Tips

[@lizvardon5357]

Thank you for the unfailing clarity you bring to interior design choices. Lighting choices really does impact ones quality of life. ❤

[@Designchickee]

You're very welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@tricia8727]

I really appreciate the measurements where sconces should be hung. I also appreciate the alternatives you gave us. i think sometimes we want to make good choices, but we lack key knowledge of what is available and how exactly to accomplish what we really want. Thank you!

[@Designchickee]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. :)

[@annuitcptis3032]

The only knowledge you need is knowing what YOU like!!!

[@darlenefaganperron7876]

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[@dianapriester9032]

My son heard me watching your video and said that he hoped I was taking note of what you said. He hates our dining room light which looks like a chandelier, very out of place. I struggled to find lighting but settled on the inappropriate solution. I am also going to look at our ceiling fans (a necessity as we do not have AC) to what needs to be changed out. I have one boob light remaining on which I will follow your recommendation. Thank you for this inspiration.

[@Designchickee]

You can do it!!! :) Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@marialangley3850]

looking for lighting is always very stressful and overwhelming. We are building a new home and will have to go thru this stressful task of picking out lighting for all rooms of the home. Not something i'm looking forward to. your video has some good information and was planning on avoiding quite a few of your 'not-to-buy' lights, so glad i'm on the right track. thanks.

[@venice0100]

Wonderful. You addressed many lighting concerns. I find it sooooo difficult to choose lighting! Thanks for the advice!

[@Designchickee]

You are so welcome!

[@imlistening1949]

Thank you for the ceiling fan tutorial. Own a 1940 house, ceiling fan situation is a nightmare. Ultra-modern in dining and living rooms, huge Victorian with light kits in the small bedrooms which all fans have remotes that are either missing or broken.

[@johnbray3138]

Thanks for your vlog. I wish you would talk about lightbulbs and the best one for different uses.

[@WhiteWhite60]

I am a gentleman of modest means who is renovating my 1970's home after having been away for a while. Once a month, I hit the local Goodwill's for home furnishings: kitchen furniture/appliances, draperies, china cabinets, etc. Habitat for Humanity is also a great resource. With your recommendations, I've been able to be more discerning in selecting stuff. This discussion of ceiling lighting and ceiling fans is timely. My house is a study of "don'ts" : boob ceiling lights and "Victorian" style ceiling fans. ASAP, the Hollywood bathroom lights are out the door. With patience, I'll be able to follow your recommendations. And this makes scrounging around for stuff fun! Thanks!

[@Designchickee]

I'm so glad the videos are helpful! And I agree... the fun part is the scrounging around. :) Thanks for watching!

[@marylouwu8094]

I love the west elm overarching floor lamp :) thought it would be cool behind a sectional.

[@Designchickee]

That's a great idea!

[@dominom6645]

Loved your design tips. You are also very funny! Great presentation.

[@Designchickee]

Thanks so much!

[@Fantastic4intheD]

I’m building a house and you just made my lighting dreams come true! Thank you for those links directly to gorgeous lighting

[@Designchickee]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@nozztozz]

This was great and right on time! Your ceiling fan info and suggestions were what we need. Getting ready to change up our bedroom fans. Really helpful and informative !

[@Designchickee]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@TM15HAKRN]

Infallible ideas Thanx olga😆

[@CleoGravel]

Thank you so much for the info !

[@theacase8738]

I enjoy your advise and style. I have to tell you I have never heard of a bxxx light. I do know what you are speaking of.

[@Designchickee]

Thanks for watching!

[@marinabletsas1938]

Thank you for this! Could you do a video about lighting art? :D And what if you want to light a (round) table and don't have the option of a hanging light above it? Isn't some version of the Arco not practical in this case?

[@beverlynorris557]

My last fixture to change in my house, is my ceiling fan. My hubby spray painted it to improve the look but, it is only temporary .

[@Designchickee]

Sometimes a little spray paint can help! Thanks for watching! :)

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

What do you say about ceiling fixtures that are LED mixed with incandescent lamps? I thought that was frowned on by designers. The issue with flush mounts is when you need three or four for entries and halls at $300-400 each for nice ones it’s a bit much (looking to freshen up to sell).

[@lindawatts4152]

Great video! I love the second fan you show (wood & brass with flush light), but didn't find it on your Amazon list. Can you please say the brand and/or where you purchased it? It is exactly what I am looking for in my remodel project. Thank you!

[@edwardcasper5231]

The advantage of the boob light is the ease of changing out burned-out bulbs. Question: Is any fixture that has a nut that allows one to remove the shade to change out bulbs a "boob light" or is it the fixture you show specifically?

[@valstewart292]

Do you have a video on ceiling fans with lights that don’t look like a traditional ceiling fan, want something that looks upscale but moves the air.

[@ErikaHamilton1]

Excellent video, Thank you.

[@milletteregacho7158]

I have been wanting to change all the light fixtures in my condo This come in handy What your take on track lightning? Thanks for a great video and tips!

[@Donnaconrad1]

Where did that make up mirror come from? the gold light up mirror rectangle?

[@mariecasale5323]

"Design Purgatory! LOVE IT!

[@Designchickee]

Me too! LOL... thanks for watching and commenting! :)

[@kusumlakshmipathy9069]

Superb ideas . Thanks 💐🙏

[@ritap3071]

So informative, thanks and entertaining

[@Designchickee]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@antoniomarine1567]

Another design dilemma: Should I remove the wall between my kitchen and dining room? Are there guidelines for this? What are the pros/cons?

[@Designchickee]

I would never tell you to remove a wall without knowing ANYTHING about your home and how it's been constructed. That would be incredibly irresponsible. You should really check with an experienced contractor or an engineer.

[@antoniomarine1567]

@@Designchickee Maybe I didn't phrase that well - it wasn't a structural question - I realize the danger and that an engineer is required. I meant, from an interior design perspective - what are the pros and cons of having a open kitchen/dining room vs separate rooms?

[@lsamoa]

Great advice as usual. Thank you!!

[@Designchickee]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@shinnam]

Ebay and other sites have great deals on second hand vintage lights.

[@Designchickee]

Great idea! Thanks for sharing!

[@kimdramer1641]

I recently went shopping for new lighting...where I discovered the LED lighting fixture. There are no bulbs; they work via your telephone; you toss them when they stop working. I was so confused and overwhelmed. What do you think of these? Also, I'd love to know your suggestions for making plug-in sconces look more sleek and professional. I hate the look of dangling wires that I'm seeing everywhere. Thanks for another great video.

[@vaderladyl]

I think that is not a sustainable lamp for the environment because it needs to be tossed out when the led diodes cannot be changed

[@Designchickee]

Hi Kim... here are some FACTS I found about about LED lights. Today, with all the concern about our changing environment and worries about pollution and energy conservation, you can feel good about using LED lighting, because it is energy-efficient. When you use a 60-watt incandescent light bulb, for example, it uses about 525 kilowatt-hours of energy annually. The comparable 60-watt LED bulb only uses approximately 65 kilowatt-hours of energy each year. Carbon dioxide, a harmful waste product that is a major pollutant, is produced when electricity is generated. The less energy needed by a lightbulb, the less CO2 that is produced. LED bulbs don’t produce as much heat as incandescent bulbs, they burn cooler and are safer to use. Another ecologically friendly feature of LED bulbs is their composition. They are made of non-toxic materials and are 100 per cent recyclable. LED lighting is also more cost-effective and convenient in the long run than incandescent or fluorescent lighting. LED lights are solid-state lights and are more stable light sources than incandescent or fluorescent lights, making them much longer-lasting. For example, a standard incandescent bulb has a longevity of about 750 hours while a comparable LED bulb can last between 50,000 and 100,000 hours. 100,000 hours translates to 11 years of operating continuously; imagine not changing a light bulb for more than a decade!

[@kimdramer1641]

@@Designchickee Wow! These facts put things into perspective. I will take another look at those LED options that I found so intimidating. Thanks, Olga!

[@corinneanderson1273]

thank you informative and enjoyable.

[@Designchickee]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ramose83]

You are good. Thank you ...

[@lynnepalmer854]

Oh boy. You would faint walking into my house. 😂 After 15 years I still have some boob lights and the hollywood lights. 😂 It just hasn't been a priority...until now. 😂 How do you feel about ceiling fans surrounded by a drum shade? I have seen pictures but not in person. I'm not sure what to think about them. This was another great video! Thanks so much! ❤🤗

[@Designchickee]

I'm not familiar with a drum shade/ceiling fan but wouldn't the drum shade prevent the air from circulating?? I think I'd avoid it. Sounds too much like my example of two different light fixtures mooshed together as one. Mooshed. My technical term. ;) LOL Thanks for watching and good luck!!! :)

[@lynnepalmer854]

@@Designchickee I was thinking the same thing about air flow. I think I saw them at Lowe's and Home Depot on the website. I could be mistaken since I have been to what seems like a million. Lol I love your term "mooshed". Thank you for your opinion. I really appreciate it! ❤

[@vaderladyl]

Not all flush lights are what some call boob lights. And I don't see the big deal about it, as they just remind me of Victorian times ceiling lamps. I have an original one with the pineapple glass that screws on and brass style on my hallway that will stay there as I do like it.

[@Designchickee]

I showed a whole slew of flush mounts that aren’t boob lights! So you agree!

[@vaderladyl]

@@Designchickee Yes I agree but many still call the old fashioned ones boob lights which I think is rather silly. Still don't see the big deal about liking or having them but to each their own.

[@AB-xx1lj]

Brilliant!

[@Designchickee]

Thank you for watching!

[@mukeshsardhara8413]

Good..sr

[@angiep.4362]

Hahaha as I stare at the “boob lights” in my rental unit😂.

[@jekalambert9412]

I disagree with some of your suggestions to replace boob lights - exposed bulbs cast harsh light. They are NOT a suitable fixture for ANY space. ALWAYS choose a light with a shaded bulb. Thank you!

[@Designchickee]

There are lots of examples of exposed bulbs - take a crystal chandelier for starters... always looks great despite not having shades. You can learn more about chandeliers in my new video that will premiere on Thursday! Stay tuned!

[@wisdomok99]

I love Arc light ...don't care abt interior designers

[@Designchickee]

Awww but I care about you! 😂