Lamp buyers go watt wise on lighting trends
A local lighting specialist notes conservatism in lamps and fixtures with smaller bases and shades this year. Swag fixtures and track lighting sell well while ceramic bases gain popularity for durability and wind resistance. Ceiling fan use rises over five years. fewer high wattage units mean more individual low wattage lamps per home.
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Florida
John Herman
Bird Bay Plaza
Venice
Herman
Daylight Donuts and Lighting Shops Highlight Small Biz Life
A Daylight Donuts shop at Rialto Shopping Center showcases hands on donut making by Jim Carpenter and his wife. The article also follows Herman and Patricia who run Lighting and Accessories in Forest Park detailing inflation effects, freight costs, and shifts to energy efficient lighting.
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Carpenter
Rialto Shopping Center
Pryor
Okla
Kathy
Patricia
Herman
Forest Park, Ill
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