2020-07-15 23:56
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Elegant Illuminations is a blog devoted to Christmas, Lighting and Colorado topics. We are based in Denver Colorado so we are interested in sharing some off-beat local topics that may be interesting to our local readers. However our broader focus is readers around the world interested in Christmas, LED lights and low voltage/ accent lighting
2020-05-24 23:00
Christmas is traditionally a religious celebration for the birth of Jesus Christ. Throughout the years, it has become a more secular holiday that is celebrated on a much more cultural level… Read More
2020-05-11 22:50
Getting the Christmas tree just right takes patients and a little knowledge. One thing that helps lift the spirits during the holidays is having a snowy tree. This is the reason you should l… Read More
2020-04-21 15:50
Having beautiful flowering plants in the home can definitely add to its ambiance. There are so many options to choose from. Christmas cacti are certainly a worthwhile choice. When properly m… Read More
2020-04-05 19:52
Most people use different types of bulb-based lighting on their job sites. Although LED technology was started several years ago, very few construction companies have taken up the technology… Read More
2020-03-21 19:43
In 2019 there were reports of an ambitious project to reconstruct the 16th Street Mall. The reconstruction work included among other things the removal of the median from the 1.2-mile stretc… Read More
2020-03-03 04:31
Denver is growing, and real estate development in the area is flaming hot in 2020. What’s happening? What does it mean for developers, businesses, employees, and consumers? Let’s… Read More
2020-02-19 04:15
The Lighting Research Center (LRC) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has published the results of research regarding the use of continuous disinfection technology using ultraviolent LED em… Read More
2020-01-30 22:31
There is a high demand for Christmas trees in the United States every year. People purchase millions of these trees during the Christmas holiday Read More
2020-01-20 21:26
Christmas is one of the world’s biggest and most celebrated holidays. This holiday honors the birth of Jesus Christ and good will toward all people. Millions of people from different c… Read More
2019-08-31 06:08
LED lighting is quite popular in many venues these days including trendy restaurants and other places of food and drink. This type of LED lighting is the bulb that has clear glass and surrou… Read More
2019-08-16 05:58
With the Christmas shopping season quickly approaching, many retailers have been worrying about President Trump's proposed tariffs on China and how they will affect sales this season. With t… Read More
2019-07-26 18:55
LED stands for light-emitting diode. A diode is an electrical component that allows electricity to flow in only one direction. Electrons are pushed in one direction and wind up emitting phot… Read More
2019-07-14 18:26
Denver is one of the healthiest cities in the U.S. due to its pathways and transitions to nearby communities. It's one of the most historic cities with its architecture and 19th-century trai… Read More
2019-06-30 15:55
Detroit has received a rough reputation as a dying city over the past couple decades. There are many reasons why this is, but city officials have made a massive effort to change this reputat… Read More
2019-06-15 15:46
On June 5, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services informed Mike Conway, who is the insurance commissioner for Colorado, that the state's application to implement a healthcare reins… Read More
2019-05-25 14:40
Are LED lights polluting our health? While incandescent light bulbs are much less energy efficient than light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, the 95 percent or so less energy use may be sacrificin… Read More
2019-05-13 14:28
As population centers around the world began implementing LED lights, cities decided to increase the areas they illuminate due to the notion of cost savings. Consequently, a global reduction… Read More
2019-04-20 20:03
A specialized LED lighting system is being installed at The Gary and Mary West Emergency Department (ED), located inside of UC San Diego. The new lighting system is being implemented to impr… Read More
2019-04-10 19:34
Cree, an LED lighting, semiconductor and other lighting products developer is planning to sell ("Cree Lighting")- its lighting products sector. Lighting for businesses and LED light fixtures… Read More
2019-03-28 00:09
A report by Zillow shows that the metro Denver area has the housing market with the fasting “cool down” rate outside of the biggest cities located in California. According to the… Read More
2019-03-19 22:07
Voting on our smartphones may soon be a reality. Voatz is a Boston-based company that combines biometrics with blockchain technology. West Virginia already used its voting services in 2018… Read More
2019-03-01 03:32
While strands of Christmas lights may only be used for a few weeks each year by most people, you understandably want to get the most mileage out of them. Regardless of whether you have indoo… Read More
2019-02-16 22:20
The tradition of decorating a Christmas tree is said to have its origins in Germany over 350 years ago. Nearly 200 hundred years later, people began adding candles to light the trees and fac… Read More
2018-11-15 07:00
The downside is that artificial trees lack the personal experience of a traditional visit to a tree farm, the fresh air, the choosing of a unique tree, bringing it home and decorating it wit… Read More
2018-10-07 06:00
As the Trump administration enacts its plan for global trade wars, the effects are starting to hit home, and companies in Republican states are feeling the pinch. Now, red state mega corpora… Read More
2018-08-15 06:00
The Internet changed how we view information. One area that saw substantial profits shift from centralized news agencies to independents like online bloggers was journalism. In fact, Twitter… Read More
2018-07-21 06:00
In the past several years, the conventional light bulb has started to become phased out and replaced by light emitting diodes. LED Lighting has become really popular because they use very li… Read More
2018-05-15 06:00
Christmas just wouldn't feel like Christmas without the millions of twinkling lights. They make the modest places seem festive and magical. Some people prefer subtle approach, outlining the… Read More
2018-04-30 06:00
Many people consider the day after Christmas to be Boxing Day. Traditionally the name was a result of the need to remove empty boxes from the house after all of the Christmas gifts had been… Read More
2018-04-29 06:00
There are quite a few options you have to consider when you want to engage in a certain project. Christmas light professionals can offer a number of solutions to decorate your home, but you… Read More
2018-04-22 06:00
The simple mention of Christmas makes every single person light up and smile because they know that everything around them will look as if they are in a fairy tale. All houses and commercial… Read More
2018-04-15 06:00
Christmas is considered by many to be the happiest season of the year. Everyone is joyful and with the spirit of celebration in their hearts. However it can be really stressful in the same t… Read More
2018-04-15 06:00
The holidays are a festive time to celebrate with family and friends. During the holidays you tend to get off your normal schedule. On many occasions we stay at home more which me… Read More
2018-04-07 06:00
When you think about the holiday season, the first thought that comes to mind is that everything will look so amazing once you put up all the decorations. Nevertheless, one of the most commo… Read More
2018-03-30 06:00
Before buying your Christmas lights you will need to have the right extension cords, timers and power calculations. Given these we will be able to calculate the total amount of po… Read More
2018-03-24 06:00
Christmas enthusiasts who would like to create a perfect decor have at their disposal a variety of decoration options. Nowadays you can decorate the interior as well as the exterior of your… Read More
2018-03-12 06:00
The fabled Christmas devil Krampus is the exact opposite of Santa Claus. Santa pampers sweet children with gifts and treasures, while leaving only coal for mischievous ones. On the other han… Read More
2018-02-28 07:00
Christmas is a holiday that has transcended and been celebrated by several cultures. To some, it is a day to celebrate the birth of whom some call the savior but to others it is a day when a… Read More
2018-02-05 07:00
When you decorate your home with festive Christmas decorations each year, you may not pause to think about where they are made. If you do give this matter a second thought, a passing image o… Read More
2018-01-15 07:00
Did you know that only 1 to 2 percent of Japanese nationals are Christians? Japan is a predominantly Shinto and Buddhist nation. Therefore, Christmas is not a traditional holiday for most Ja… Read More
2017-12-31 07:00
When planning an outdoor Christmas decorating project or if you have any other outdoor electrical needs, the question about what type of cord to use may arise. Some people research the diffe… Read More
2017-12-30 07:00
Various Denver city officials along with the Governor of Colorado recently held a meeting to discuss the possibility of bidding to host the Winter Olympics or the Winter Paralympic Games. In… Read More
2017-11-30 07:00
Christmas tree prices will Rise with the need to Import popular evergreen species due to fires and over farming in the past several years. Several factors are contributing to the… Read More
2017-11-15 07:00
What better way is there to get in the Christmas spirit than to visit someplace that’s full of yuletide nostalgia? Here are this year’s top ten choices Read More
2017-11-05 06:00
Having Christmas lights installed during this wonderful time of the year is a must for many people and we can see why. The good news is that there are reliable light installers with years of… Read More
2017-10-24 06:00
Denver is located in South Platte River Valley and has a population of about 693,060, which make it the nineteenth densely populated city in United States. But unlike other cities acro… Read More
2017-10-15 06:00
Productivity matters to a company, especially one that is attempting to get the most out of their workers. The problem is that finding ways to encourage employees to perform at optimal level… Read More
2017-09-27 06:00
There are many different types of lights available on the market, and each type has its advantages and disadvantages. When it comes to light bulbs, the options are endless. You could go with… Read More
2017-09-15 06:00
With people having more disposable income at hand, the Christmas holiday shopping season in the United States might yield healthier retail sales to bring this year to a close.
Experts at… Read More
2017-08-31 06:00
The Nanoleaf Aurora is an example of smart lighting in the current technological world. The smart lighting product was developed by Nanoleaf, a company that started as a Kickstarter campaign… Read More
2017-08-15 06:00
If you are looking for a magical way to spend the Thanksgiving or Christmas holiday season with family or friends, a trip to The Broadmoor resort may be a wonderful idea to consider. The Bro… Read More
2017-07-31 06:00
You do not need to travel to the frigid northern region of the country this winter to enjoy the pronounced beauty of snow and ice during the holidays. From November 21, 2017 through January… Read More
2017-07-23 06:00
Decorations are a phenomenal element of most holiday season. At Christmas on many occasions, lights are at the center of these decorations. You can use different types of lights to crea… Read More
2017-06-27 02:47
Well, the heat of the summer is here, and when you live in a city like Denver, keeping cool isn't as challenging as say Phoenix, but it can still be difficult. After doing a bit of research… Read More
2017-06-19 02:37
LED lights are quickly becoming the most favored light source in American households. The United States Department of Energy has estimated that due to rising demand, prices for LED bulbs hav… Read More
2017-05-30 06:00
Eating and drinking at rooftop restaurants seem to be popular pastimes in Denver, Colorado. Fresh air and sunshine or cool evenings with a view of the city lights are bonuses when great food… Read More
2017-05-16 03:55
One of the most commonly reinvented features of a home as of late are lighting options. One of the best types of technology available for lighting is tunable solid-state lighting (SSL)… Read More
2017-05-16 03:55
One of the most commonly reinvented features of a home as of late are lighting options. One of the best types of technology available for lighting is tunable solid-state lighting (SSL)… Read More
2017-05-16 03:55
One of the most commonly reinvented features of a home as of late are lighting options. One of the best types of technology available for lighting is tunable solid-state lighting (SSL)… Read More
2017-04-30 21:58
New information indicates that something is rotten in the city of Denver as far as finding a job that pays enough money to support a family with one, single position goes. The city has one o… Read More
2017-04-15 21:51
Overall, it can be hard to tell the difference between light fixtures. Sometimes it could be buttons or dimming features. Smart lighting is one major detail that can differentiate light fixt… Read More
2017-03-30 23:56
Homelessness is a problem everywhere, but those in Colorado are experiencing this issue at a different scale. Statistics show that the state just saw a 24 percent spike of homeless… Read More
2017-03-17 03:04
With the Internet of Things becoming an integral part of everyday living, even the process of controlling energy consumption has entered the realm of connectivity. Cody Miller, an entreprene… Read More
2017-03-01 04:30
There’s no doubt that the look of a car greatly influences one’s decision to purchase a car. With the developments in new automobile technology, parts of the car, like the front… Read More
2017-02-23 14:50
Colorado's Winter Park Express put the ski train back in business, and that business is having a great run. Traveling between Denver and Winter Park Resort usually only o… Read More
2017-02-11 20:42
For anyone that has worked in an office or classroom with flickering florescent lights, results of the lighting can cause side effects that lower productivity and can make individuals' physi… Read More
2017-01-26 15:54
LEDs are shedding light, so to speak on lighting enthusiasts who felt a little in the dark. Over the last ten years, the lighting industry offered long life, efficiency, and durability featu… Read More
2016-12-25 13:46
Christmas is a magical time of the year; it is time when children get to see Santa, and the Denver Zoo's Zoo Lights offers this opportunity to kids. The Zoo Lights is presented by… Read More
2016-12-21 15:20
While winter for most people starts around the first of December, some people don't believe winter starts until Christmas is almost here. Actually, those who believe winter starts around Chr… Read More
2016-11-01 02:16
With Christmas around the corner, retailers are all too keen to recognize their growing competition for seasonal shopping: Several chain department stores have closed locations; Hanjin's ban… Read More
2016-10-16 02:10
We all know of the basic dangers and safety implications of our security in personal identity and online transactions. However, even with a relatively informed public, the scam artists seemi… Read More
2016-10-03 13:12
Did you know you can synchronize your Christmas lights with your favorite music to make your seasonal and holiday events delightful and fun? Well, a new smart device from Asante called TapTa… Read More
2016-09-17 21:58
If you don’t know anything about Denver, you may assume that its first permanent structure was something like a bank or church. You’d be wrong - it was a saloon, possibly setting… Read More
2016-08-31 15:45
When Lights of Hope Director Ben Phillips announced recently that he was selling the popular Christmas light display, many in Anderson, South Carolina, feared that this would be the end of a… Read More
2016-08-16 15:32
Christmas tree lights history can be traced back to holiday trends as far back as the 18th century. Originally, what we know today as Christmas tree lights were mainly referred to as "fairy… Read More
2016-07-01 03:37
Smoking of any kind was certainly frowned upon at most weddings, often resulting in a designated smoking area a distance away from the ceremony. However, as states like Colorado begin to leg… Read More
2016-06-17 03:37
Governor John Hickenlooper signed a number of small business measures that have potential effects on company operations. Business leaders believe the Colorado Business Legislation improves t… Read More
2016-05-31 07:33
For many people, Christmas is a fun and exciting time of year, but the task of setting up and installing the lights can be overwhelming, especially when the wires become tangled. But decorat… Read More
2016-05-18 07:19
If you are a die hard chocolate fan there is only one place to be on the weekend of Mothers Day: Denver, Colorado. For the ninth sweet year, the Denver Merchandise Mart will be hea… Read More
2016-05-08 03:18
As each holiday season approaches, it’s not uncommon to read warnings about Chistmas lights slowing WiFi down. Some people believe that these decorations have a major impact… Read More
2016-04-29 02:45
Nepal is cancelling Christmas, and it’s caused quite an uproar. Supposedly, the government is only trying to reduce the number of public holidays, and Christmas Day was taken off… Read More
2016-04-15 02:41
What happens to the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree once the lights dim for the last time? Throngs of people swarm New York to see this majestic tree rise for the first time. Aud… Read More
2016-04-01 00:50
The Denver Housing Market is both overpriced and un-affordable to first-time home buyers per a recent Morgan Stanley poll. 89 percent of wealthy people in the Metro area agree with the… Read More
2016-03-23 00:08
A Dynamic City
Recently, the growing popularity of downtown Denver, Colorado as a site for business relocation attracted considerable media interest. Several large tech companies decided to… Read More
2016-02-28 22:11
Denver is a city with no shortage of amazing wedding venues. If you’re in need of some ideas, continue reading below and check out our list of the best Denver wedding venues, which are… Read More
2016-02-19 22:32
Denver, Colorado is a breath taking place. From the beautiful scenery to the staggeringly diverse culture, a visit to Denver is a must for any travel junkie. Below are some of the must see p… Read More
2016-01-31 22:25
In Las Vegas a few weeks ago, at the 2016 International CES big tech consumer electronics show, Panasonic announced new details associated with their big initiative and partnership… Read More
2016-01-23 22:25
The hanging of Christmas or Holiday lights around your property, to decorate for the holiday season, has many traditions, especially in the U.S.
Local news stations hold contest… Read More
2015-12-18 09:12
Anyone that has ever been to Denver Colorado knows that winter can be one of the most magical times to see the state. If you’re a winter sports enthusiast there is no shortag… Read More
2015-12-09 08:50
History of Christmas in Denver while there are many things to love about Denver, Christmas is undeniably one of the high points. The city is known to go all out and decorate with Christ… Read More
2015-10-17 01:22
While there are lots of ways to “super size” things in your life, most of them are kind of bad for you, but who could argue with really big Christmas lights? A new product h… Read More
2015-10-10 01:20
Since 1994, one of the attractions at Disney World has been the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, which was acquired by Disney when the display garnered negative attentio… Read More
2015-09-21 01:55
While Christmas LED lights are some of the most energy efficient and brightest you can find, there are some mistakes that are commonly made by consumers when buying them. The resul… Read More
2015-09-11 01:53
The start of the Christmas Tree tradition is usually credited to Germany, in about the 16th century. It is believed that the Martin Luther, father of the Protestant Reformation, first a… Read More
2015-09-01 04:39
Each year, millions of people decide to put up holiday lights. They plan out what type of lights they want, what patterns or designs they want to arrange, and buy millions of strands to… Read More
2015-08-15 04:39
Ron Cooper was known for his elaborate Christmas lighting displays. He did it for the fun of it, and to bring joy to others. Unfortunately, with an elaborate Christmas display comes a diffic… Read More
2015-07-16 02:33
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued new regulations for Christmas lights effective in May of 2015. The regulation describes some of the decorations a… Read More
2015-07-01 06:39
Whether you know him as Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas, or simply Santa Claus, this figure has come to symbolize Christmas for many people. This mythical figure has many points of ori… Read More
2015-06-22 06:34
Christmas has always had its own group of traditions that people have enjoyed for centuries. These Christmas traditions have come from many different places and sets of belief… Read More
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