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Here are some simple lighting tricks to improve your home’s ambiance from Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse (www.lowes.com):

– For closets, install mechanical timers to ensure lights are turned off.

– To create an inviting atmosphere, use 5 to 10 light sources in every room.

– Place several light sources in the dining room to help balance the light and keep dark shadows off guests’ faces.

– Dark colors absorb light, so you need to use more lighting in rooms decorated with dark colors.

– Place strip lights on either side of the bathroom mirror rather than above to improve visibility and eliminate shadows for shaving and applying makeup.