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Brighten Up Any Project with the Family Handyman Approved Nebo Omni 2k Work Light

Looking for an addition to your toolbox that shines? Try the compact, bright and long-lasting Nebo Omni 2k work light.

LEDs are in. Incandescents are out. Here's everything else you need to know about choosing light bulb types for your...

A simple tester helps you fix holiday light strings fast.

Believe it or not, there's a right way and a wrong way to string Christmas lights.

Get inspired by these Nanoleaf design ideas to bathe your home with a new kind of smart light.

With bird migration, one small act can make a world of difference to those on a thousand-plus-mile journey.

See why these lightbulbs could be great for your wallet and the planet.

Replacing outdated lightbulbs in your new home can create the atmosphere you want and lower your electric bill. Here are...

A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some...

Don't be left in the dark! With the best outdoor security lights you'll know exactly what's going on around your...

This year, elevate your house to "oooh and ahhh" status with the best outdoor Christmas lights.

Squeeze another season out of your strings of lights!

Family Handyman has always taken great pride in teaching readers to DIY through the use of step-by-step projects. To celebrate...

Amazon's Summer Sale Event, going on now through Labor Day, includes several top-rated desk lamps to help spruce up your...

Wire a remote sensor to operate light fixtures anywhere around the house.

LED- and CFL-compatible dimmers do the job

Automatic night lighting, when and where you need it.

If you haven't yet caught on to the LED color changing light bulb trend, maybe it's time! At the very...

First step? Check the fixture for other problems.

Safely remove broken light bulbs from fixtures

Illuminate yourself to this handy hint to prevent light bulbs from breaking in light sockets. It's the best way to...

They may look burned out, but don't get rid of them until the light goes bad