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Accent Lighting
Decorative lighting used to highlight specific areas, artwork, or architectural features in a room. Creates visual interest and focal points.
Acrylic
Decorative lighting used to highlight specific areas, artwork, or architectural features in a room. Creates visual interest and focal points.
Alabaster
A natural translucent stone prized for its soft, diffused lighting qualities. Creates warm, ambient illumination when used in lighting fixtures.
Ambient Lighting
General illumination that provides overall light for a room, typically from ceiling fixtures, chandeliers, or multiple light sources working together.
Amperage
The measure of electrical current flowing through a circuit, important for determining proper wiring and electrical load capacity.
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Brass
A metal alloy of copper and zinc, popular for its warm golden color and durability in lighting and hardware applications. Tap to learn more.
Bali Style
A metal alloy of copper and zinc, popular for its warm golden color and durability in lighting and hardware applications. Tap to learn more.
Ballast
An electrical component that regulates current flow in fluorescent and some LED lighting systems.
Battery Operated
Lighting fixtures that run on batteries, offering flexibility for installation without hardwiring.
Bespoke Lighting
Custom-made lighting fixtures designed and manufactured to specific customer requirements and specifications.
Boho (Bohemian)
Eclectic design style mixing colors, patterns, and textures with natural materials and vintage elements.
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Cabinet Hardware
Functional and decorative elements including knobs, pulls, handles, and hinges used on cabinets and drawers.
Candela
Functional and decorative elements including knobs, pulls, handles, and hinges used on cabinets and drawers.
Candle Warmer
An electrical device that melts scented wax without flame, often incorporating decorative lighting elements.
Ceiling Fan
A mechanical fan mounted to the ceiling, often incorporating lighting fixtures for dual functionality.
Ceramic
A fired clay material used in lighting fixtures, offering versatility in colors, textures, and finishes.
Chandelier
A decorative ceiling-mounted light fixture with multiple arms or tiers, typically featuring multiple bulbs or candles.
Classical Style
Traditional design inspired by ancient Greek and Roman architecture, featuring columns, symmetry, and refined proportions.
Colonial Style
American traditional design from the colonial period, featuring simple lines and functional beauty.
Color Temperature
The warmth or coolness of light measured in Kelvin, ranging from warm (2700K) to cool (5000K+).
Concrete Lighting
Modern fixtures made from concrete, offering industrial aesthetics and durability.
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Dimmer Switch
An electrical control that allows adjustment of light intensity levels for mood and energy efficiency.
Dining Room Lighting
An electrical control that allows adjustment of light intensity levels for mood and energy efficiency.
Door Hardware
Complete door accessories including handles, knobs, hinges, stops, and locking mechanisms.
Double-Sided Pulls
Cabinet hardware designed to be grasped from both sides, commonly used on kitchen islands.
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Edison Bulb
Decorative incandescent bulbs with visible filaments, popular in vintage and industrial design schemes.
Electrical Outlet
Decorative incandescent bulbs with visible filaments, popular in vintage and industrial design schemes.
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Fabric Shade
Lamp shades made from textile materials, offering soft light diffusion and decorative patterns.
Farmhouse Style
Lamp shades made from textile materials, offering soft light diffusion and decorative patterns.
Faucet
Plumbing fixture controlling water flow, available in various finishes to coordinate with lighting and hardware.
Figurine Lighting
Decorative fixtures incorporating sculptural elements or artistic figures as design features.
Finish
The final surface treatment applied to lighting fixtures and hardware, affecting both appearance and durability.
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Garden Lighting
Outdoor fixtures designed for landscape and garden illumination, often weatherproof and low-voltage.
Glass Shade
Outdoor fixtures designed for landscape and garden illumination, often weatherproof and low-voltage.
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Hallway Lighting
Fixtures designed for corridor illumination, often including wall sconces, recessed lights, or small chandeliers.
Handle Backplate
Fixtures designed for corridor illumination, often including wall sconces, recessed lights, or small chandeliers.
Hardware Finish
Surface treatments like polished chrome, brushed nickel, or oil-rubbed bronze applied to metal components.
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Illuminated Art
Decorative lighting that doubles as artistic wall features, combining illumination with visual aesthetics.
Industrial Style
Decorative lighting that doubles as artistic wall features, combining illumination with visual aesthetics.
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LED (Light Emitting Diode)
Energy-efficient semiconductor lighting technology offering long life and low power consumption.
Leather Fixtures
Energy-efficient semiconductor lighting technology offering long life and low power consumption.
Linear Lighting
Fixtures that provide illumination in straight lines, often used for architectural accent or task lighting.
Liquidation
Discounted merchandise sold to clear inventory, often offering premium products at reduced prices.
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Metal Fixtures
Lighting made from various metals including brass, steel, aluminum, and bronze for durability and style.
Mid-Century Modern
Lighting made from various metals including brass, steel, aluminum, and bronze for durability and style.
Minimalist
Design philosophy emphasizing simplicity, clean lines, and elimination of unnecessary decoration.
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Pendant Light
Hanging light fixtures suspended from the ceiling by cord, chain, or rod, often used over islands or tables.
Post-Modern
Hanging light fixtures suspended from the ceiling by cord, chain, or rod, often used over islands or tables.
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Rattan
Furniture and lighting crafted from woven natural fibers, bringing organic texture, warmth, and relaxed character into a space.
Recessed Lighting
Fixtures installed into ceiling cavities, providing clean, architectural illumination without visual intrusion.
Resin Fixtures
Lighting made from synthetic polymer materials, offering design flexibility and moisture resistance.
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Task Lighting
Focused illumination designed for specific activities like reading, cooking, or detailed work.
Toggle Switch
Focused illumination designed for specific activities like reading, cooking, or detailed work.
Traditional Style
Classic design elements that have remained popular over time, often featuring ornate details.
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Technical Terms & Certifications
- IP Rating - International Protection rating indicating fixture resistance to dust and moisture intrusion (IP44, IP65, etc.).
- Kelvin Scale - Temperature measurement for light color, from warm (2700K) to cool daylight (5000K+).
- CRI (Color Rendering Index) - Measure of how accurately colors appear under artificial light compared to natural sunlight.
- Smart Lighting - Connected fixtures controllable via smartphone apps, voice commands, or automation systems.
- Energy Star - Government certification program identifying energy-efficient products meeting strict guidelines.
- Dimmable - Fixtures compatible with dimmer switches for variable light output control.
This comprehensive glossary serves as your complete reference guide for understanding lighting terminology, home hardware, materials, and design styles available at Residence Supply. It covers over 150 terms across all your product categories including lighting fixtures, electrical components, hardware, materials, design styles, and technical specifications. This will help customers, contractors, and interior designers make informed decisions about their lighting and home improvement projects.