Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Outdoor lights don't need to be for just the holidays. I've been meaning to add some proper new lighting to my patio space, which was previously lit by dim, malfunctioning, solar lanterns. I bought ...

Ambient lighting is key for crafting a calm and cozy living space. Perfecting a great lighting scheme is easier and more affordable than you think. John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience ...

A strand of string lights can add a bit of twinkle to any indoor or outdoor setting — without breaking the bank. When shopping for the best cheap string lights, you should know the exact measurements ...

After accidentally crushing the plastic envelope on a cheap LED light bulb, [bigclivedotcom] figured out he could make custom ones using OpenSCAD in any shape he wants. He previously hacked a bunch of ...

Heads up for anyone wanting to try out LED bulbs but doesn't want to spend a fortune: Apparently Philips just started selling their new "Slim Style" bulbs, which are a new design that's way cheaper ...

In the world of modern lighting, LED strip lights have become a staple for their efficiency, flexibility and design appeal. Among these, waterproof LED strip lights stand out for their durability and ...

Forget dim solar-powered lights: Here's what actually happens when you upgrade your patio with inexpensive, waterproof, smart LEDs. Alan Bradley CNET Contributor Alan Bradley is an experienced ...