by TCPi | Nov 12, 2021 | Residential
Decorating your home for a particular season or holiday is a great way to liven up the atmosphere within your space. Placing colorful crafts and decor items throughout your home certainly adds seasonal charm. But if you want to take your decorating to a whole new...
by TCPi | Oct 28, 2021 | Commercial
When work life throws a better office job your way every few years, you take it. A new job or more experience looks good on your resume, and new office stories are fun to share. One recent story is actually insightful, and reveals a lot about people. During small-talk...
by TCPi | Oct 25, 2021 | Commercial
Business analysts predict 2022 could be the commercial lighting industry’s biggest year to date. Forecasts show increased demand, and potentially record-breaking numbers. Last year, the lighting industry put in plenty of overtime innovating and developing new...
by TCPi | Oct 19, 2021 | Residential
Every year, we eagerly anticipate the design and lighting industry’s list of top home lighting trends. So many external factors determine what makes the cut. Interior design trends, current social attitudes, and industry insider opinions all influence which home...
by TCPi | Oct 17, 2021 | Commercial, For Contractors, Select Series
Commercial spaces require constant maintenance. From daily tasks, to ongoing repairs, the projects never seem to stop. It takes a lot of hard work and effort. But it’s all worth it, especially when a job is finished, and everyone loves the end results. Minor tasks are...
by TCPi | Oct 8, 2021 | Residential
In your home, each room has its own unique personality, function, and purpose. Some spaces, like the kitchen, have become so multifunctional, their identity is now hard-to-define. The best way to describe a kitchen may be the age-old, yet still meaningful saying that...
by TCPi | Oct 7, 2021 | Commercial
There was a time when companies thought that the best office lighting had to be fluorescent, overhead, and recessed in a drop ceiling. When scientific research started to link employees’ headaches, eye strain, and fatigue to overly bright, or excessively dim...
by TCPi | Sep 23, 2021 | Residential
How do you make a house feel like a home? One of the most effective ways to add ambiance to any space is lighting. Even if everything else about a room stays exactly the same, changing the lights can change the entire feel of the space. Create the feeling you want in...
by TCPi | Sep 23, 2021 | Commercial
Good lighting can make or break your indoor farming operation. Of all the factors that contribute to plant health, light is the most important. When growing plants indoors, you have the opportunity to completely control the light your plants receive. So, why not take...
by TCPi | Sep 23, 2021 | Commercial, Residential
As the leading LED manufacturer, TCP is committed to finding new ways to be eco-friendly. And while LED technology saves massive amounts of electricity every year, TCP believes there is always room for improvement. That’s why we continue to innovate, looking for the...
by TCPi | Sep 23, 2021 | Commercial
With the right sports arena lighting, every game is an exciting experience. High quality arena lights reduce glare for cameras and spectators and create a comfortable sporting environment for athletes. So, how do you make sure your outdoor arena lights and indoor...
by TCPi | Aug 20, 2021 | Commercial
Emergency lighting is a requirement for your building to ensure safety when things go wrong. If there’s a fire, a utility outage, or a power failure, there are state and federal regulations, fire codes, insurance policies, and even Occupational Safety and Health...
by TCPi | Aug 20, 2021 | Commercial, Select Series
Do you operate an older building? If so, chances are, you are currently dealing with outdated lighting. While the new construction standard used to be incandescent and fluorescent lights, modern LEDs have taken over. Their low energy usage and long lifespans are not...
by TCPi | Aug 20, 2021 | Residential
When it comes to lighting your home, what rooms do you think of first? Most people focus their lighting efforts in living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms. And while it is always important to have great lighting in these rooms, there are other spaces in the home that...
by TCPi | Aug 20, 2021 | Residential
As days get shorter and leaves begin to change color, you may find yourself wanting to make changes in your home decor to keep up with the fall season. Many people switch out drapes, blankets, and table settings to set the tone for autumn. But have you ever considered...
by TCPi | Aug 15, 2021 | Commercial
The quality of your outdoor area lights plays an important role in your overall outdoor lighting design, both aesthetically and functionally. Bright, consistent light helps increase security on your property and ensures the safety of anyone who walks through your...
by TCPi | Aug 11, 2021 | Commercial
Want to create the perfect outdoor space to entertain friends and eat meals? Great patio lighting makes for a beautiful space to enjoy all summer long. Read on for outdoor patio lighting ideas! Changing the Bulb Can Change the Mood The bulbs you choose for your patio...
by TCPi | Aug 11, 2021 | Commercial
Our eyes help the brain retain new information and collaborate with others, making them an important part of the learning process. But as interactive flat panels (IFPs) replace more and more chalkboards, it is more important than ever to prioritize students’ eye...
by TCPi | Aug 11, 2021 | Residential
When done well, landscape lighting does more than just provide function and safety to your home. It also creates an atmosphere that increases the curb appeal of your home and makes entertaining outside feel special. Outdoor lighting is more than just pointing lights...
by TCPi | Aug 5, 2021 | Commercial
As any avid sports fan knows, going to a sporting event is not just about who wins or loses. Attending a game is an experience in itself. With food, drinks, and fellow fans, game attendees want to go home with a lifelong memory. But this can’t happen if fans can’t...
by TCPi | Aug 1, 2021 | Commercial, Horticulture
Renovating Empty Spaces with Horticulture Grow Lights The landscape of the agriculture industry is quickly shifting, largely due to advancements in technology. Technology has always pushed the agriculture industry forward—from new ways to harvest crops to the creation...
by TCPi | Jul 21, 2021 | Commercial
For your products to look their best, well designed and high quality retail display lighting is key. There are quite a few factors to consider when choosing retail display lighting fixtures. The best retail lighting design for you will depend on your store’s layout...
by TCPi | Jul 21, 2021 | Commercial
Artwork enhances the uniqueness and overall ambiance of any commercial space or museum. Compared to blank walls, walls with specially selected art feel inviting and comfortable. So, how do you make sure your art looks its best? Display lighting for artwork is...
by TCPi | Jul 21, 2021 | Residential
Improve the functionality of your kitchen with extra task lighting. Under cabinet lighting provides extra illumination for the best possible cooking, baking, and late-night snacking experience. What are under cabinet lights? Under cabinet lighting is installed...
by TCPi | May 26, 2021 | Commercial, Horticulture
You probably understand that LED horticulture lighting boosts plant growth. Under a high quality grow light, plants grow faster and healthier than under traditional light sources. Horticulture lights also allow you to carefully control your plants’ conditions so you...
by TCPi | May 26, 2021 | Commercial
Lighting is one of the most important elements of office design. Just like the color, layout, and furniture selections, lighting has a significant impact on the way employees and visitors feel and behave. Lighting affects everything from decision making to sleep...
by TCPi | May 26, 2021 | Residential
Lighting is one of the most important elements of your home design because it is so effective at setting the tone for a space. Lighting can make a room feel relaxed, energetic, airy, or romantic. On the other hand, home lighting mistakes can make a room feel dark,...
by TCPi | May 26, 2021 | Residential
What is better than curling up with a great book? When you sit outside to read on a sunny day, your eyes have everything they need to stay healthy while you turn the pages of your latest read. But how do we bring that same healthy reading environment indoors for...
by TCPi | May 26, 2021 | Commercial
Should an emergency occur, it is important for your commercial building to have clear and easy to follow emergency lighting. Whether you have a retail store, corporate office, or hospitality space, emergency exit lights help keep everyone safe. Emergency Lights...
by TCPi | May 26, 2021 | Commercial, Panels
In your search for the best office lights, you have probably come across warnings against too much blue light. In moderation, blue light wavelengths are healthy. They exist within natural sunlight, keeping us alert and awake during the day. Too much blue light in the...
by TCPi | May 1, 2021 | News
Aurora, Ohio — Technical Consumer Products, Inc. (TCP) is excited to announce immediate availability of its line of QTL Series Luminaires. QTL technology makes traditionally flat fixtures more flexible to provide focused light on products and warehouse shelves. An...
by TCPi | Feb 5, 2021 | Commercial, Residential
What is recessed lighting? Recessed lighting is installed directly into your ceiling, wall, or another surface. When used and installed correctly, recessed light bulbs can highlight features and add ambiance to your space—but it does require some planning ahead!...
by TCPi | Feb 4, 2021 | Commercial, Residential
Give your home or living space a complete makeover—just by switching up your lighting. With the right bulb shape, lighting fixture style, and lighting color temperature, you can enhance a space and make it look completely new without changing any of the decor....
by TCPi | Feb 4, 2021 | Commercial, Residential
Are you looking into giving your residence or commercial space a lighting update? When you are researching different types of lighting, you’ll discover a wide variety of light bulbs in different shapes, sizes, and colors, all with their own acronyms and numbers....
by TCPi | Nov 9, 2020 | Residential
Lighting for Working Remote Home office lighting is the key to putting your best foot forward during video conferences and calls. When working remotely, the lighting in your home office helps present a professional, polished image to your peers, clients, and...
by TCPi | Sep 29, 2020 | Residential
What is Smart Lighting? Lighting is one of the most impactful elements of interior design. Smart lighting helps you make sure it’s always working in your favor. Well-balanced lighting can transform the feeling of your home. The same layout, paint colors, and decor...
by TCPi | Sep 3, 2020 | Commercial, Residential
Clean lines, limited color and no clutter. That’s what it takes to achieve a minimalist design. If you’re heading this direction for an upcoming commercial space design, you need to make a bold statement with bare visuals. Lighting plays a leading role in this...
by TCPi | Sep 3, 2020 | News
Before there were LED bulbs, less-efficient incandescent and fluorescent lights were the mainstays of both commercial and residential lighting. Today, LED technology is advancing more quickly than any type of light bulb before it. Thanks to LED innovations,...
by TCPi | Sep 3, 2020 | Residential
When you think of a theater, most of the light is coming from the projector or TV. But lighting can make a big difference in the overall appearance and your enjoyment of your theater. Proper lighting reduces eye strain, which means you can make your movie night a...
by TCPi | Sep 3, 2020 | Commercial, Residential
As LED lights become the standard for energy efficient lighting, it is natural to wonder about their effects on our health. New technology often comes with conflicting information about benefits and drawbacks. One of the most common concerns about LED lighting is...
by TCPi | Sep 1, 2020 | Commercial, Residential
Outdoor spaces offer opportunities to get outside and soak in fresh air and natural light. Whether your outdoor patio is part of a restaurant, office building, hospital, or other commercial space, the best outdoor lighting fixtures extend the enjoyment even after the...
by TCPi | Aug 3, 2020 | Commercial, Residential
by TCPi | Jul 24, 2020 | News
TCP to Host A Live Discussion on the Current Climate Between the US and China Chinese American Ellis Yan to provide his views and the potential impact to the lighting industry Aurora, Ohio – July 24, 2020 – Technical Consumer Products (TCP) CEO, Ellis Yan, will...
by TCPi | Jul 9, 2020 | Residential
Your bedroom is a place to unwind, relax, and recharge. While a comfortable bed and soothing color scheme are important to creating a well-designed space, bedroom lighting is the key to a calming space. Use this bedroom lighting guide to create a thoughtful bedroom...
by TCPi | Jun 15, 2020 | Commercial
Curb appeal is just as important for commercial facilities as it is for homes. A stylish and clean facade can attract new customers, and decorative outdoor spaces allow for expanded customer engagement. And after the sun goes down, curb appeal — and safety...
by TCPi | Jun 4, 2020 | Commercial
Urgency Means Fast. TCP Lighting Helps the Urgent Response to COVID-19 with Efficiency and Quality Never before has there been an urgent need for high quality, well-lit spaces designed to contain a public health crisis. This is an extraordinary time. We have all...
by TCPi | May 22, 2020 | Residential
Light bulbs might not be the first things that come to mind on the subject of color. Lights are either bright or dim, right? It turns out that brightness is only one measure of the illumination put out by various types of light bulb. Colors and temperatures work...
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