Inspiration

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Can pendant lights be used in a bathroom? And more FAQs about pendant lights

Can pendant lights be used in a bathroom? And more FAQs about pendant lights

Need some expert lighting advice about pendants? Pooky answers some of the most common questions... With such a wide variety of shapes, styles and materials... read more

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Jute lampshades - a material-lover's guide

Jute lampshades - a material-lover's guide

This year Pooky discovered the wonders of jute, which turns out to be rather brilliant for making beautiful shades. Here’s everything you need to know... read more

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Why floor lamps are your interior design secret weapon

Why floor lamps are your interior design secret weapon

Six reasons why the floor lamp is an invaluable weapon in the stylist's armoury... read more

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Stylish reading lights - a guide for bookworms and interior design lovers

Stylish reading lights - a guide for bookworms and interior design lovers

A little light reading? If you need the practicality of a good reading lamp but don’t wish to sacrifice one iota of style, read on…... read more

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Picture lights - how to illuminate your paintings and artworks

Picture lights - how to illuminate your paintings and artworks

  Here’s everything you need to know about using picture lights to illuminate your artworks... Picture lights aren’t just for museums and galleries – you... read more

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How much light do you need in a room?

How much light do you need in a room?

An expert lighting guide to calculating lumens, balancing ambience and function in different kinds of room, and layering light... We all know how important the... read more

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Get the look: Art deco lighting

Get the look: Art deco lighting

Love Art Deco? Lighting is the perfect way to get the style into your home, and without breaking the bank... Art Deco is never not... read more

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Ceramic pendant lights – a buyer’s guide

Ceramic pendant lights – a buyer’s guide

  Ceramics bring that lovely, handmade feel to a room – and a very fine way to use nice pottery is to hang it from... read more

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How to clean brass pendant lights

How to clean brass pendant lights

Some practical tips for keeping your brass pendant lights looking as clean, shiny and strikingly beautiful as the day you bought them… With its beautiful,... read more