LED LIGHTING

October 30, 2025

In this explosive episode of Restoring Darkness, hosts Michael and Mark sit down with Scott Wachter of the Darkness News Update to expose the growing threat of hostile lighting. From AI-powered strobe systems that discriminate against shoppers to police flashers that may violate the ADA, we dive deep into how light is being misused as a tool of exclusion and control. Light isn’t just illumination—it’s information. And sometimes, it’s a weapon. Read more

October 28, 2025

The Perifina Wall Flood 2 in. is a sleek, ceiling-mounted recessed cove luminaire with an illuminated reveal designed to cast soft, indirect light, providing a beautiful wall-washing effect. Compatible with 5/8-inch drywall, the recessed mud-in fixture can easily go around corners without light gaps or the need for complicated soldering — unlike most solutions on the market. Available with a Frosted or Clear lens, the luminaire’s paintable surface ensures seamless integration with any décor or color palette. Read more

October 27, 2025

Michael Colligan and Greg Ehrich declare a full-blown crisis in the lighting industry’s “right to repair.” From inaccessible drivers screwed into joists to obsolete Cat5 control systems and $300 can lights that can't be fixed, the guys expose the absurdity of modern lighting design. Real-world stories from schools, churches, and health clubs reveal how LED upgrades have turned into long-term liabilities. Read more

October 23, 2025

La Pêche (Quebec, Canada) has constructed a new townhall that was designed for the future. The dramatic two-story structure is comprised of solid wood, both inside and out, and presents an impressive facade on the main street of the community. And it incorporates the latest innovations in sustainable construction. Read more

October 22, 2025

Business conditions at architecture firms weakened further in September, with the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) dropping to 43.3, the lowest since April. New project inquiries remained flat while design contract values declined for the 19th consecutive month. In September, billings declined across all U.S. regions except the Midwest, where they remained flat. Firms in the West experienced the sharpest decline for the fourth consecutive month. Read more

October 21, 2025

ThermaLine™ 3 is an IP67-rated tape light engineered to perform in high-temperature environments that traditional LEDs prove inadequate. Fully encased in heat-resistant silicone and equipped with premium gold contact points for superior conductivity and corrosion resistance, ThermaLine 3 ensures long-term reliability and optimal performance for steam rooms, saunas, hot yoga studios, fireplaces, and demanding commercial kitchen environments, among other high-temperature spaces. Read more

October 20, 2025

In this explosive episode of Get a Grip on Lighting, industry lawyer David Radulescu joins Michael and Greg to dissect the legal and ethical challenges facing the DesignLights Consortium (DLC). What started as a podcast turned crusade now confronts the rebate gatekeeper head-on. Read more

October 14, 2025

In this electrifying episode of Get a Grip on Lighting, we sit down with Tom Kieffer of Service Lighting (aka LightBulbs.com)—a 40-year veteran who’s still pushing boundaries and saving clients up to 85% on lighting costs. But this isn’t just about retrofits and wattage. It’s about honor, innovation, and rebellion. If you sell light bulbs, install fixtures, or care about the future of lighting—this one’s for you. Read more

October 13, 2025

The Current Conditions component eased slightly in September, slipping to 55.0 from 59.1 in August. Respondents reporting “better” conditions rose to 30 percent, while those viewing conditions as “worse” increased to 20 percent. Fifty percent of respondents indicated that conditions remained unchanged. Comments were mixed. Read more