LED Tips for Your Home - Part 1

Every room needs a good light, but the function of a room dictates what type of lighting will be the most suitable.

Farrey’s experts want to share with you how to make the most of different rooms.

First of all, you have to start thinking carefully about the use for which the room is intended. Is the room going to be used for work, or is the room mainly a space for relaxation and social interaction?

Let’s begin with lighting tips for the entrance of your home as well as your living room

Foyer

A foyer should always feel welcoming. It conveys the first impression of your home’s interior. Chandeliers, contemporary pendants, or transitional close-to-ceiling fixtures provide that ambience.

There are a couple of ways to integrate LED lights into your entryway:

Consider LED accent lights, they’re long-lasting and extremely efficient, and the bright white light makes wall or artwork color look natural.

Do you know you can have a spectacular living room by just adding some LED lights?

A living room works best with layered lighting that accommodates diverse uses at different times of the day. Recessed lights in the ceiling may be used to illuminate focal points and draw the eye around the space, it will boost the sense of room and illuminate mirrors and artwork.

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Cove lighting, if done well, can be a huge addition to a living room’s design. Like recessed lighting, cove lights can be installed within a false ceiling. The LED lights snap discreetly into coves, creating accent lighting with exceptionally long life. Cove lighting also makes a space feel large and grand.

Also, artwork can be accented with LED track lighting or picture lights.

Another great idea is to install LED lights inside the top of a bookcase. This will show off your books nicely and at the same time you will obtain lovely background lighting in the rest of the room. Another great idea to illuminate your living room is to add some LED on individual shelves to get a similar effect.

Tips for lighting your kitchen and dining room are coming soon... Stay tuned!

Pendants Provide Perfect Task Lighting



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Make the overhead lighting in a workroom more functional and pleasing by replacing outdated overhead lights with pendants.

Two pendants will balance the illumination by evenly distributing light across a desk or counter. The more focused light from multiple pendants generates fewer shadows and less glare, resulting in a more productive work space.



For more ideas about task lighting, visit any of our two showrooms, our experts will be more than happy to assist you with your project.

Spring Trends in Lighting

Who's ready for spring? After a long and dull winter, there's nothing better than welcoming spring -- both indoors and out! It’s a season that means new life, a new beginning and new aspirations. And as life begins to bloom outside, why not bring that feeling of revival and rejuvenation into your home with lighting fixtures and accessories that will uplift your mood.

We have been talking about lighting tips for your bedroom, lighting tips for your dining room, but are you wondering what spring decorating trends are hot this season? Are you ready to welcome this colorful season indoors?

Keep reading and find out what trends you can expect to see this springtime:

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LED’s are in! LED’s now take center stage. Now, fixtures with new shapes, sizes and configurations are more popular, breaking old restrictions in design and bringing a refreshed look to your home.
Another great decorative idea is to renew your breakfast nook, bathroom, kids bedroom or foyer by placing a beautiful chandelette.



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 Chandelettes may also go by the term, 'mini chandelier'. A chandellete is a smaller version of the chandelier. It is typically 9 to 12 inches in diameter but no bigger, as the bigger version is of course, the chandelier. Aside from the smaller size, chandeliers and chandelettes share many similarities.

Chandeliers have recently gained popularity and they can be found in unexpected rooms, such as the bathroom, a walk-in closet, a bedroom or a home office.

You can also add a tranquil atmosphere to your home during springtime by choosing home accessories and lighting fixtures made of bronze, copper and gold; their warm tonalities are perfect to bring a welcoming mood.

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Help the earth by decorating your home with eco-friendly fixtures and accessories. Choose renewable sources such as woods, stones, and crystals and add a sustainability touch to your home.

If you are looking to brighten your home, office or business with a trendy or timeless fixture, browse the Farrey’s Lighting & Bath website or come by to any of our showrooms, our experts will help you spring into spring!

Kitchen Lighting Ideas

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Now that February is here and Valentine's Day is around the corner. Many of you are probably thinking of preparing a romantic dinner to impress your loved one. So, this is the perfect moment to check the lighting in your kitchen, do you have enough light? Do you have dimmers installed?

While the kitchen is primarily a work area, it may also be used for dining or as a gathering place for family and friends. That's why it is very important to have a perfect lighting.

When we think about lighting our kitchen, we immediately think about recessed cans, but do we actually know how many recessed lights can be use to have the proper lighting?

Recessed fixtures flood a room with a lively glow that helps eliminate shadows.

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Today's recessed fixtures are available with a variety of trims, including metallic, so you can add a bit of flair as well as function. Plus, not all recessed fixtures are round! Square downlights have gained popularity with homeowners searching for a unique design look.

Did you know that the wrong color of light in your kitchen can make skin tones look gray and food look discolored?

 

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But…what about pendants? Pendants are so popular nowadays, especially if they are placed above a counter with bar stools, but do you know how high pendants should be installed?



Generally, the bottom of the pendants should not be lower than 30-36 inches above the counter. This allows for a clear view across the room from both a seating and standing position.

While pendants are decorative, task light can help by adding an extra source under cabinets.

Place undercabinet fixtures at the front of your cabinet – not against the wall – so the light will be dispersed equally over the area below.

Also, it is a very good idea to install your undercabinet lighting on a dimmer separate from other lighting in your kitchen. The different levels of light can add intensity and a dramatic impact to your space, and dimming is an easy way to save energy.

Now... are you ready to light up your kitchen and turn up the romance in your house!

Get Ready, Get Set, Get Efficient

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Don't waste energy or time by working in a dim space. A task area, whether for cooking, office work or laundry, is more efficient when illuminated properly. Prepare your work space by providing three main layers of light:

· Portable: When working on a detailed task or at a desk, a portable lamp usually provides the main source of light.

· Overhead: While usually providing a secondary source of light, overhead lighting - such as a chandelier, pendant or ceiling fan - is essential at night or other dark time of day.

· Ambient: Create a cozy, comfortable feel in a work area by utilizing ambient lighting to light bookshelves or accent artwork.

Visit any of our two showrooms to see the latest lighting products for your home.

Lighting Tips for Your Dining Room

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A dining room is one of the most important areas of the house because it is used for many activities such as eating, reading and entertaining. That’s why it is essential to have beautiful and functional lighting.

Today, we are going to give some quick lighting tips on how you can renovate this space and create an immediate impact.

Having various layers of lighting is essential since it offers multiple lighting options to the room. This can be done by mixing ambient, task and accent lighting.

Having a chandelier is essential since it often becomes the central point of your dining room. A chandelier serves as a decorative element providing task lighting for the table and accent lighting for a centerpiece.

When we are talking about chandeliers, size matters a lot.

Choose a chandelier that is 12' narrower than the width of the table it's hanging over. Your chandelier should hang about 30" from the table surface in an 8' ceiling.

You also can add a visual interest and drama to your dining room with lighting fixtures that include shades.

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But…if you are looking for a clean contemporary look, a few pendants over the dining table can work perfectly. Mixing pendants shades with different colors of glass or different shapes of glass in the same color can also add a touch of creativity and beauty to your dining room.

Dimmers are very useful in this area of the house because the mood often flows between intimate and animated. If you have an intimate dinner, then dim the lights; but if your children are working on their homework or you are doing some type of work, then bring up the wattage. Dimmers also give you the option of having full brightness, especially at the moment of cleaning up.

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Adding LED recessed lights is an excellent way to accent the illumination, color rendering, texture and depth of your dining room. Choosing higher lumens per watt, offers brighter light but consumes fewer kilowatts. This is an excellent way to reduce energy consumption and be more eco-friendly.

Recessed lights, wall sconces, and picture lights are very useful because they can complement the style of your chandelier, highlighting displayed pieces located inside your china cabinet or on the wall.

If you want more bright ideas to light up your home, visit any of our showrooms; Farrey’s experts can walk you through the options to create a dining room just for you!

Learning LED Language: The New ABC of Lighting

Technology is evolving more and more every day. Emails, text messages, mobile applications, and tablets have become part of our lives and new way of living. Checking emails from our cell phone, text messaging our friends, and searching for our favorite restaurants around the area using a mobile application has become a daily routine. The reality is that we are living in a global world lead by technology and is moving forward every day more and more.

This new evolving technology has caused many industries to begin creating products and services that can be adapted to this new life trend; being able to satisfy a very demanding consumer generation.

The lighting industry is one of the industries that have evolved enormously in the last few years, developing a new technology that has changed completely the concept of illumination.

Boring lighting fixtures and regular light bulbs have already become part of the past, and LEDs have become the new language of light.

Lumens, watts, correlated color temperature, and color rendering index are some of the terms we constantly hear when we visit a lighting showroom or when we read a light bulb label; but do we really understand what these terms mean? Are we really familiar with the new lighting language?

Today, let’s learn about the new language of light.

What are Lumens?

LUMENS = THE AMOUNT OF LIGHT PRODUCED. IT MEASURES BRIGHTNESS.

Lumens measure brightness. The higher the number, the more light is emitted.

For years, we have bought light bulbs based on watts, believing that more watts is more light. The truth is that wattage only tells us how much energy a bulb uses; so it’s no longer a reliable source to determine a light bulb’s glow.

What about Watts then...

WATTS = AMOUNT OF ENERGY USED.

The lower the wattage, the less energy used.

Lumens = brightness
Watts = energy


CORRELATED COLOR TEMPERATURE (CCT) = MEASURES LIGHT COLOR. The warmer or yellow the light is, the lower the color temperature, and the more bluish the light, the higher the temperature. Color temperature is measured in kelvins.

“Cool” colors have higher Kelvin temperatures (3600-5500 K)


“Warm” colors have lower color temperatures (2700-3500 K)

COLOR RENDERING INDEX (CRI) = MEASURES COLOR ACCURACY. Any number higher than 80 is considered acceptable, so make sure to check this number when reading a light bulb label.

Ok... Now we have reviewed all these different terms, and there is no excuses for not getting an LED light bulb. We are absolutely sure that these terms won’t look awkward to you anymore...But if you still have questions and need a detailed answer, come in to our showrooms, Farrey’s experts are here to help you to choose your right LED light!

Creating a Beautiful Ambient Room with Lighting Ideas

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When we are decorating a room, we pay attention to the colors, the furniture, the type of floor, the style of the windows, but do we pay attention to the lights? Do we really choose the right lighting?

In this post, we will go over the main types of lighting. We will share with you the different styles of lighting fixtures and their functions, as well as the special places they can be located to create a unique living space.

Lets’ get started…

1. General Lighting (Ambient Lighting) generates light from corner-to-corner and can be found in almost every room of your home. Ceiling-mounted fixtures, pendants , recessed or track lighting, and chandeliers can be classified within this category. Generally speaking it is best to choose a light fixture based on the décor style.

Ceiling-mounted fixtures can be found almost in any room of the house; especially in the bedrooms, foyers and halls.

What does it happen if we have high ceilings? The best recommendation here is to choose pendant fixtures to create a better ambient lighting result. Usually these areas are: foyers, stairways, dining rooms, and sometimes kitchens.

But, if what we want is to add a unique touch, chandeliers are the perfect option since they incorporate the style and functionality in one piece. Today, the trend has become more eclectic, being able to find chandeliers placed over the bathtub, creating an elegant and inviting atmosphere.

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2. Task Lighting – The intention of task lighting is to make easy lighting in a special area assisting you to perform specific tasks such as reading, cooking, working, etc.


For example, if you have an office area in a room, it would be a very appropriate to have a table lamp placed on top of the desk with the correct bulb wattage. This way you and anybody else will be able to read joyfully for hours.

Also floor lamps, track lighting, recessed lighting, table and desk lamps, pendants, and under cabinet lighting can be considered task lighting fixtures.

Floor lamps are a perfect solution for small spaces because they don’t take a lot of space, and with its three adjustable bulbs makes it a very flexible lighting alternative.

3. Accent Lighting is a perfect solution for enhancing indoor spaces in a creative way. Its main goal is to create a visual interest. Usually it is used to enhance paintings, sculptures, plants, and other accessories that through illumination can boost the beauty of the room. Recessed and tracking lighting as well as wall-mounted lights are the most used to accomplish these goals.

After going through all these types of lighting, we can conclude that lighting a space is not as easy as we thought but that doesn’t mean that is impossible; it just requires attention to the space, to the details and also to the needs of each individual using this space.

Big Lighting Ideas for Small Spaces

Do you have a small room and you would like to make it bigger, but you don’t know how... Guess what? With just simply choosing the right type of lighting and coordinating the placement, can transform this small space into a big room full of bright ideas.

The American Lighting Association (ALA) have shared with us some bright tips on how to the make a small place look larger, and here at Farrey’s we would like to share it with you.

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Integrate accent lighting with functional lighting – A bedroom or living room can instantly look larger by placing table lamps and small accent lamps all over. By avoiding one point of light and incorporating several focal lighting points significantly increases the perception of the space. The ALA suggests adding torchieres, which direct light upward, and can add a dramatic ambient lighting to smaller spaces with vaulted ceilings.

Pay special attention to the wattage when using portables, since these lights should not be bright. The use of dimmers is an excellent idea in these types of lamps. In case that your lamps do not have a built-in dimmer, a table top dimmer is a great solution.

For a space without a lot of floor or area for portables, wall sconces are a great idea. This type of fixture offers functional and ambient light at the same time.

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There is an effective and useful technique called “wall washing” which is excellent in making spaces look larger. It consists of arranging one or more sconces in one wall so the light feed the wall, creating a dramatic effect transforming the room’s size by taking the attention outward.

Lighting a space can be challenging, especially if the space is very small, but keep in mind that there is a variety of lighting solutions that can become your space full of life. That’s why it is important to use the natural light in combination with the artificial light. Avoid using heavy curtains and open up the windows to invite the light into your room.

Now there is no excuse for small rooms to look dark and boring. Start using these tips and make your small space a real heaven.

How to Clean your Favorite Chandelier?



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When we buy a chandelier we usually ask questions regarding functionality, warranty, type of bulbs used, technology, type of illumination and so forth, but have you ever asked how to clean it?

This is a very simple question, but actually the answer can be very tricky since most of us think that a simple cleaning product spray will solve that problem; but guess what? This simple method can destroy completely the frame of your beautiful chandelier.

Farrey’s experts today want to share with you how to properly clean a lighting fixture

The first recommendation is BE CAREFUL!!! When we are cleaning, the tendency is to spray, scratch and wipe; but when cleaning a lighting fixture, these steps have to be used with a lot of discretion. We are not saying do not use them at all; but crystals can be scratched very easily, damaging the beauty of your fixture.


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 So, before starting the cleaning process, make sure to turn off the lights and remove all light bulbs. This way any accident can be avoided.

No matter what finish your lighting fixture has, it is always recommended to use soft cloths rather than paper towels since most of these can be like an abrasive to the crystal.

Another important recommendation is to avoid spraying cleaners directly on your lighting fixture. The protective finish can be damaged very badly. So, it is always a good idea to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. If you still have any concerns at all, dry cleaning is always the best option.

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 Using the dishwasher is always a temptation, especially if your lighting fixture has glass shades; removing each crystal can be time consuming and a tedious process; but the new Da Vinci LED by Schonbeck makes this cleaning task a fun project. This stunning piece is considered the world's first dishwasher safe crystal chandelier. Its perfect sphere design which is composed by thousand of crystal octagons comes apart in sections to fit into a standard dishwashing machine. The smallest parts can be cleaned in one load; and the largest may take several loads.

Although a trip to the dishwasher may not seem well-suited with fine crystal, Da Vinci is in fact composed of the finest crystal in the world: Strass or Swarovski Spectra crystal.

Cleaning your favorite lighting fixture can be a fun task, especially if you follow these recommendations. Always remember to enjoy the process and be proud of yourself next time you turn on the lights!

How to choose an Overall Look for your Bathroom

Traditional, transitional, contemporary or modern… What is your style? Still don’t know…

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When you are planning on renovating your bathroom, you have to think what style best fits your lifestyle. For example, if you have a family, your needs would be so much different than the needs from a couple. The style of the rest of your house also influences the decision of the look of your bathroom.

If the house has contemporary features, then a bathroom with a contemporary style will be the best choice to make since it will compliment the rest of the décor of your home.

It is very trendy now seeing older houses with a contemporary look. Renovating your old bathroom with contemporary fixtures gives you the ability to enjoy the commodities of the new technology maintaining the overall traditional glance of your home.

Our best advice here is to go with a bathroom look that is durable and won’t become out-of-date quickly. A popular look this year can be out of fashion in the next year or so. Simple lines and classic styles will last a lot longer.

Choose Your Bathroom Sink Faucet First

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Another good way to determine the style of your bathroom is by choosing the right bathroom sink faucet. Picking the right faucet is the key for the overall look and functionality of your new bathroom.

The number of choices of bathroom faucets will depend on whether you are just replacing your bathroom faucet or remodeling completely your whole bathroom.

There are several faucets’ types available; you can find faucets with widespread, centerset, wall-mount, countertop and single hole configurations.

Widespread – these sink faucets have separate handles for cold and hot water installed in either side of a central sprout. On the other hand, a centerset lavatory faucet usually has 4” of distance between the handles. It can be used with smaller sinks, maintaining a simple classic look that a wide set does.

Wall-Mounted - this type of lavatory faucet offer a very dramatic look; therefore, it is very popular in contemporary and minimalist style spaces. It can be combined with vessel sinks, wall-mounted sinks and under counter sinks without hole drillings.

Single Hole - Very simple style, it has a single mixing handle that works perfectly in small bathrooms and/or powder rooms.

Also, bathroom sink faucets can be found in different shapes, sizes, materials, and finishes. You can find basic finishes such as chrome, brass and nickel; but also you will find brushed copper, oil rubber bronze, matte black, satin gold, etc.

Match your faucet with your Sink

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Obviously faucet and sink work together, but keep in mind that if you are replacing just the lavatory faucet, the sink will dictate the configuration of your faucet since you have to choose a faucet based on the number of holes in the sink. On the other hand, make sure that your lavatory faucet will actually work with your favorite sink.

Whatever style of bathroom you decide for will ultimately come down to your taste, preference and budget.

Visit Farrey’s showrooms for inspiration and guide with our professional consultants. A bathroom style that suits your needs will offer many years of satisfaction.

Farrey's Top Selling Bathroom Products

Bathroom ideas can be found in many places, such as: magazines, books, and even on the internet; but, when you are planning to renovate your bathroom, this task becomes frustrating. With so many choices and ideas out there it makes it very hard to decide which one is right for you.

This week Farrey’s experts want to share with you the best selling bathroom products; many of which cannot be found easily anywhere else.

HANSA CANYON FAUCET- Blend elegance with functionality

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The cool technology of this faucet is not only chic but also functional, offering you a complete unique water experience. The faucet is activated by touch. The water flow is illuminated and it changes color as a function of water temperature, so you can see when it’s hot or cold.

MTI ANDREA – Your perfect Tub Choice

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Add or remove options and create the tub that is perfect for you. Andrea tub has a clean and sleek line that makes it the most versatile and popular tub. This complete brand is renowned for its remarkable customization options- and the possibilities for Andrea are no exception. Doesn’t matter if you want an air bath or a combination whirlpool/air bath, with MTI the possibilities are endless.




AXOR STARCK SHOWERCOLLECTION –It’s time to redefine your Shower!

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Express your unique personality and taste in your bathroom by installing this innovative shower system designed exclusively by Phillippe Starck. Allow yourself to transform your bathroom into a living space full of warmth and personality as well as high functionality.

The shower system’s modules can be installed as individual units, loosely arranged or closely regimented groups. Again, the design, functionality and space interact with each other in a stunning combination allowing you to transform your shower into a custom-made spa.

DURAVIT SENSOWASH STARCK TOILET – A Modern Toilet Seat

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Sensowash is an advanced and innovative toilet seat that combines a toilet and bidet in one piece bringing personal hygiene to the next level. This wonderful piece comes with wash and dry settings, an infrared sensor, and an integrated seat heating. It also includes a special LED night-light function to supply direction and safety in low light.







VILLEROY & BOCH BATHROOM VANITY– Function & Beauty in One Piece

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It doesn’t matter if your style is traditional, transitional, contemporary or modern; Villeroy & Boch has innovative pieces that are elegant, useful and unique, offering you the flexibility to decorate your bathroom according to your personality and lifestyle trend.

Vanities can be found in different materials that range from glass, acrylic, wood, granite, stainless steel metal, dark wood, white, modern black, and more.

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One of the most popular and beautiful lines within this brand is Subway 2.0. With its ample variety of color options will bring lots of freshness, functionality and style to your home.

After reviewing these amazing bathroom products, we are sure that you have a better idea of what you would like to have in your bathroom. Keep in mind that this is a place of beauty and consciousness and where you can leave everyday life behind and gain new energy; so it is important to choose always the best.

If you want more tips and information, feel free to contact us. Farrey’s experts will be more than happy to participate in the creation of your spa.

Discover the Top 7 Bathroom Remodeling Trends

Do you know what direction to take when it comes to transforming your bathroom?

Bathrooms have always been considered the most intimate area of anybody’s home and deserve a special attention. Therefore, Farrey’s bathroom experts are here to share with you what’s in and what’s out.

If you are planning to renovate your bathroom, you probably have asked yourself; What are the new trends? What would be good to have? Where should I start?

Today, when you flip through an interior design magazine you find thousands of articles talking about the latest bathroom products with different finishes and style décor, but there is always a question that comes up: what is the best for me? Many interior designers say that a home style is defined by consumer’s taste, but the majority of the times, consumers don’t exactly know what is best for them, because there are many choices, and all of them beautiful.

It is a fact that today’s world is led by technology and strong competition causing stress and many hours of work. Therefore, having a place in your home where you can relax, enjoy and disconnect from the world is a must. This is the reason why the interior design industry is observing how bathroom trends are moving towards a style that reflects a calm, peaceful and relaxing environment while incorporating a modern touch. Traditional styles are also coming with a touch of modern and green technology.

So… let’s talk about these 7 great bathroom renovation trends…

1. Colors that reflect a relaxing environment

Transforming your bathroom into a sanctuary can be done easily by choosing neutral and light colors such as beige's, olives, and pale tones that are known for maintaining a soothing environment. These colors are very easy to match with any style décor and also promote a peaceful setting.

2. Replacing your old bathtub

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Transforming your bathroom into a real spa is the major trend. Replacing your old tub with a spa-like tub is what’s in. Multiple jets, whirlpool action and air bath technology are the options that provide the ultimate relaxation.


3. Stylish sinks

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Today the focus is on vessel sinks that rise up from a base providing an innovative and sleek look to the bathroom. Other options include under mounted, self-rimming, wall-mounted, or pedestal sinks. Sinks can be found in a round or square shape, made from wood, natural and man-made stone, glass, and porcelain materials.






4. Distinguished designs of lavatory faucets

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Even though the technology of today’s bathroom is very advanced, the style of faucets is going back to a classic feel. Incorporating the latest technology with a simply traditional style creates a look that combines the best of both worlds.




5. Bathroom high-tech gadgets

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Incorporating technology to enhance this personal space is one of the hottest trends. Shower systems, multimedia systems, and infrared faucets can create a functional and soothing environment.

Shower Systems allow the shower head to move up or down adjusting to tall and short bathers.


Rain Shower Heads provide a great natural rainfall experience since they cover a wider area than regular showers.

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Shower Massage Systems turns your shower into a true spa through the installation of wall-mounted, top-mounted, handheld and shower panels.

Dual-Purpose Television Mirror gives you the opportunity to watch your favorite TV show and catch the latest news while brushing your teeth or applying your make up. 



6. European stylish vanity furniture


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Today’s sleek, stylish modern choices for bathroom furniture are replacing the traditional cabinets. LaCava has a broad collection that goes from wall-mount and free-standing vanities to storage and medicine cabinets.

Uplift medicine cabinet by Robern is a remarkable piece that will boost the look of your bathroom. This extraordinary brand made a statement in this cabinet design, by adding contemporary and functional elements that solve the never-ending fight against clutter.

 Uplift Medicine Cabinet by Robern

Its mirrored doors open by sliding upward, revealing ample storage space and down to hide it with a large mirror square. Inside you’ll find incorporated lighting and electricity to accommodate your electric shaver, LCD TV, or sound source!



7. Toilets with options


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Traditional toilets are part of the past; today’s toilets are more than useful. Their modern design and advanced technology makes your bathroom experience a complete retreat. These self serve toilets have heated seats, automatically open and close, they are self cleaning, and flush when the lid is closed; many of them they even have smart-touch remote controls!

Whether you’re looking to hire a professional to create your bathroom or plan on beginning it yourself, having a look at today’s top bathroom remodeling trends can give you inspiration and encourage you to make your perfect bathroom retreat. However, it’s imperative to remember that creating a bathroom that suits your personal style is the trend that never goes out of style.

Combining the beautiful elements of your home with Ceiling Fans

In the past, ceiling fans were designed primarily to cool rooms, without paying attention to the style and color of other elements that integrate the home design. Today, ceiling fans provide a nice breeze cooling effect becoming part of your interior design.

Ceiling fans are very practical, very affordable and easy to maintain. It is easy to find ceiling fans according to your style, home décor, and needs. Nowadays, ceiling fan manufacturers are focused not only on the efficiency and functionality, but also on the style and design.

Maybe you have thought of adding a desktop or standing fan to your room. This is very practical but not necessary beautiful. Sacrificing style for portability is not a good idea; there is already so much going on on the floor that you don’t need more, and the last thing you want to have is a cluttered room. So, choosing a ceiling fan is still a more reasonable approach.

Ceiling fans come in different designs so you should be able to get ones that would fit perfectly to your room. There are some elements you should consider when you are getting a ceiling fan such as: the height of you ceiling, the area of your room, and the over-all design style of your space (like whether it is modern, transitional or traditional). For an outdoor space, make sure that the ceiling fan you choose is appropriate for outdoor use.

It doesn’t matter if you are in the process of remodeling or working on your first project, ceiling fans can make your home cool and refreshing, so take the initiative and start looking the perfect ceiling fan for your room.

Choosing The Perfect Outdoor Ceiling Fan

Usually ceiling fans are used inside the house; however, they also can be installed out of doors. There are many places you can actually set up a good outdoor ceiling fan; for example, in your balcony, patio, in your outdoor kitchen area, and if you have a swimming pool area with a ceiling, also an outdoor fan can be very practical.

Now, you’d be asking yourself why you would need a ceiling fan outdoors. In summer time, ceiling fans are perfect to give a nice breeze while driving away insect pests. Also, there are some ceiling fans that come combined with a light fixture, eliminating the need to purchase a separate outdoor lighting, bringing at the same time an extra element of décor.

Choosing an outdoor ceiling fan is basically the same as choosing an internal ceiling fan; though with some factors you need to consider, such as these:

Wet or Damp ceiling fans? Wet rated ceiling fans are designed for outdoor areas; they can tolerate wind, sun, rain and snow. On the other hand, damp rated ceiling fans can be installed in outdoor areas, but its exposure shouldn’t be directly to the elements mentioned before. Damp ceiling fans are usually good for indoors areas because they are manufactured to last longer compare to indoor ceiling fans.

What Size should be your Ceiling Fan? How big is your ceiling fan compared to the area would you like it to be installed? If you have a big area, it’s better to have a ceiling fan with an average size of 60”, but if your place is small, the size of the ceiling fan should be around 42”.  

Ceiling Fan Features you should consider: There are some features that definitely need to be taking into consideration when buying a ceiling fan; features such as the type of motor, the number of rotor blades and the number of speeds available can affect fan’s functionality. That’s why it’s important to understand each of these feature’s functions.

For those who end up going with an outdoor ceiling fan, we’d highly recommend to visit any of our showrooms or take a look at our website www.farreys.com to find out which ceiling fan would best accommodate to your needs.