Bright Ideas at Del Mar Fans and Lighting

Are you looking to add a hanging ceiling fixture to your dining room, kitchen or foyer? Our chandeliers styles guide, which includes the four best types of chandeliers, will help you understand the basic differences between a crystal, candle, glass, and shaded fixture. You will find that the best fit for your home is one that acts a direct representation of your personal style and taste.

Close to Ceiling Lights come in many finishes and designs, from basic (and copied) designs to close mount crystal lights. We have hundreds of different models to choose from, so follow our guide to help narrow your choices down to a more manageable selection.

In the last 40 years, ceiling fan controls have evolved from simple pull chains to bulky clickers with basic functions to state-of-the-art wall controls packed with smart features that increase home safety and lower energy use. The DIY experts here at Del Mar Fans & Lighting put together a how-to video on the Casablanca Inteli-Touch wall control install that is easy to follow, whether you are a ceiling fan novice or expert.

If you’re searching for ceiling fans or lighting, chances are you have been swarmed by various companies and brands that want your business! So, how do you know who to shop with and what quality of product you’re getting? We have created several brand spotlights so that you don’t have to go out on a scavenger hunt for answers! In this spotlight, you will find information on Kichler, their top products, and other resources to help you along your buyers’ journey.

Are you preparing for the final season, have an inadequate desk lamp, or just want something new? We have perused our selection of desk and small table lamps to bring you our picks for the best swing arm, tiffany shade, modern/contemporary, small, and adjustable desk lamps.

Be prepared to be blown away by the most expensive ceiling fans! These decorative ceiling fans are not only the best at moving air, but also act as truly unique art pieces that are sure to woo onlookers. These high-end fans are an investment; once you consider how long they last, how much you can save on energy costs, and how they take any décor style to the next level, their prices won’t seem unreasonable.

When we decided to landscape the front of our home, our landscape designer sent us on a tour of the town’s most beautifully landscaped front yards. We loved driving around to different neighborhoods, admiring the flower-filled beds in front of one home and the mature trees towering over another, but it wasn’t until he asked us to revisit some of those homes again, at night, did we see the full picture of exterior accent lighting.

Does your room need spicing up? We have the perfect fix for your home decor woes - painting your boring ceiling fan. Painting your old ceiling fan is a wonderful, cost-effective way to create a functional art piece to display in your home or office. With just a few coats of paint, you can turn a dull fan into a unique fixture that flawlessly matches your home decor without breaking the bank.

What are the different types of lighting? What is task lighting? How to create accent lighting? What else is available besides ambient lighting? With so many different types of lighting available, it can get a little confusing when designing a lighting scheme for your home or office. Our guide explains the different types of lighting - ambient (or general), task and accent, how to use them effectively, and which light fixtures to use create your desired lighting.

George Westinghouse, the founder of Westinghouse Electric, is one of the most prolific inventors in U.S. history, with over 361 patents to his name. Many of those inventions were "firsts" that improved the everyday lives of millions of people. Westinghouse was an integral part of electrifying America with Thomas Edison. That is the fascinating beginning of the Westinghouse Electric Corporation, founded in 1886 in Pittsburgh, PA