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6 years ago

I need help in adding color and some furniture to my living room.
I would like to have a neat flowing relaxing vibe.nothing too bright but not dull either. Not dark. I don’t have a lot of light

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  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover, just to clarify it is a soft yellow. yellow/tan mix.
    thank you

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    just a thought but I would paint the room first...........i think is should be lighter and not any green to the tone.

  • 5 years ago

    Here is a very light version of the tile color:


  • 5 years ago

    And a warm charcoal that might match the floor:


  • 5 years ago
    <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><md>hi Grover, I cannot decide.
    the charcoal does overpower the yellow which I like very much.
    the light version tough to see..looks like a off white....
    you think floor and wall dark is too dark?
    I do have good lighting.
  • 5 years ago

    I like dark powder rooms. Bathrooms not so much, but that's a personal preference. I would choose a lighter version of the tile.


    I can't match paint colors on a monitor. Go to the paint store and bring home every paint chip you think is close to your tile color. Then take them in the room and see how far off your guesses were. (LOL) Choose the closest ones. If you need to go get more paint chips, do that. Once you have the hue determined, then it's a matter of finding the right value and saturation.


    Sherwin-Williams Color-Snap gives me this:

    Ancestral gold looks like the closest color to your tile. When I go to that color at SW, it gives me Iconic ivory as a coordinating color. Start there with ancestral gold and iconic ivory.

    Ionic Ivory SW 6406 - Sherwin-Williams · More Info


  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover, I think you are right with the closest color to my tile.
    I will get chips and go from there....
    Thank you!!
    I will lyk how far off:) I was

  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover, can you tell me where the slate charcoal floor is from?
    should I do rectangle and large tiles so less grout?thank you

  • 5 years ago

    Aberger, I found both the tiles above at Home Depot. But look at Lowes and other flooring stores, too, Bring home samples to see them in your room. Yes to larger tiles, if you can find them.

  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover, thank you!!!!

  • 5 years ago

    following

  • 5 years ago
    <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><md>Hi Grover, you are so right as usual!!
  • PRO
    5 years ago

    re do picture!! no posty here.

  • 5 years ago

    hi RL, I need some direction on lighting and a fan that has better lighting I had before.
    a fuse blew and caused my fan and light not to work. the bulb smelled burnt and had some black around the bottom of the bulb (see pic)
    I put a new light in and works but no dimmer and fan not working via remote. unable to adjturn on fan and light any other way. light will not go off unless I take out bulb.

    the fan and light are 6 years old.
    I replaced remote 3x with something in the fixture itself.
    it may of not been able to handle the LED.

    any suggestions with current fan/light or a new light and fan.
    I want to improve lighting than I had before.
    thank you so much!!

  • 5 years ago

    Hi Grover, I never heard back from Our lighting expert RL.
    she may be away.......
    what is your opinion of color and look of a ceiling fan I need to replace. I would like to get as bright as possible. at least 2500 lumens if possible.
    also should have new chair in 2 weeks....any thoughts of a throw or should I buy more pillows for the couch to add more color?
    thanks again for all your help!!
    do you drink wine? lmk type and where to send.its the least I can do.
    my email is abergerdc@gmail.com.
    thanks again!!!!!

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Well, let's start at the beginning, do you need a fan?

    Then I move to, no its not the LED bulb, it uses much less power as far as that goes. Its more likely a result of all the things you have plugged into limited power supplies. If you can hide them I suggest you move to surge protectors where you can. Most of the time when power wants out it goes to the last thing on the line which may have been your fan. Also if you run the fan with all the lights and tv on its possibly you are overloading your circuits.

    Fan remotes are always garbage unless its an old Casablanca Fan those things never died lol.

    My first thought is to call the electrician and have him see if you are on overload? IDK what kind of pannel you have but I'm guessing its an old one, might just be a fuse replacement and move on.

    My next issue is let's not by "cheap" led bulbs. Spend the extra and buy a good name brand that will also help.

    I loath ceiling fans but they do a job so let me know the answer about the need and then we can move on. If we stick fan we are moving to a white fan that blends away, not fancy and with a good warranty.

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Lastly, if you have the receipt see what the return policy is for that bulb....

  • 5 years ago

    hi RL, thanks for responding!!
    I have all surge protectors....I think the new remote and connector blew out because it was old since the bulb is not the issue. can it be possible using an led bulb with a fixture that is halogen friendly only?

    I will check coverage....

    I'm on the fence with a fan....i dont think I need a fan since I have great ac and windows to open....but I dont like opening windows in nyc be cause of dirt and pollen season.... my electric is free so running ac no problem.....
    however, if we did lighting alone, any ideas?

    if I did fan with led lighting, what is the max amount of lumens I can get with an LED?
    most I saw was 120 watt that equated to a 22 watt led that produced I think 2000 lumens.

    thanks again for your direction.
    send me your address at abergerdc@gmail.com.
    you like red or white?

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    The gift is getting to help a wonderful person! ,<3

    If you don't need a fan we are not going to put one up lol.

    Let me think about what to do since I assume lamps are not enough, and we have directional lighting covered here might be a time to get something that fits the MCM style you like. Now when Grover chimes in (lol), we have to remember to pick something that can be adapted to the cord and plug.

    now the remote not working is not the fault of the handheld part but the receiver in the fan itself. That is a minka aire fan?

    So that being said, we also have to think about how you will turn this on since running another switch may not be possible?

    Go and look at some ceiling lights you like I dont care really if they are the right size for now just want to get a feel for what you like!!

    We also need it to semi coordinate with the dining pendant light.

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Also to your question about light, there was never a 120watt bulb, which makes me laugh, so if you want to go back and remember the old outdoor flood lights we all had, they were a 100watt typically. Or when we had the old 3 way light bulbs, it would be about equivalent to the brightest setting on that. Lumens are metered light output and were created by candle foot measure of light, so I'm not always fond of people trying to wrap their brain around how that translates. because one candle will light one sq. foot, from a one foot distance.

    I keep this article in my bookmarked folder because its pretty well explained here.

    https://www.standardpro.com/how-to-measure-light/


    bare in mind LED is manufactured light so its only replicating this traditional scale.


  • 5 years ago

    hi RL,
    thanks for responding with your great insight!

    it's hard for me to accept your generosity!!
    this is just a token of my appreciation.
    please send me your address.

    I decided no fan......
    the wiring is all there when I take the fan down. you are right it is the receiver that blew and yes Minka fan. I just bought that receiver about 6 months ago to match the remote.
    Can an LED cause a fixture that is halogen friendly to malfunction?
    anyway, I will look and would love to hear from Grover :) and get her eye......
    I will get back to you with some ideas on lighting......simple and bright like high hats are great but I dont have that option.
    what's the next t best thing?
    Thanks again!!

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    That receiver has a warranty as well....fyi

    Because you have limited options based on the way the wiring is set up you can do one center light, we can do a basic (not ugly) flush mount. https://www.wayfair.com/lighting/pdp/jane-3-light-semi-flush-mount-edgg1034.html?piid=36226068 but this is cool too, wayfair has a lot to look at.



  • 5 years ago

    RL, put up the link to that black three-light flush mount just above. That looks like it would go well with the dining room light.

  • 5 years ago

    Grover. The link is posted above in RL’s comment.

  • 5 years ago

    Oh, duh! Thanks, Seajay. Senior moment.

  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover,
    thank you for responding.
    do you need a better picture to assess?
    I'm still waiting for your address.
    please email abergerdc@gmail.com.
    thank you as always!!!

  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover,
    this may be better

  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover, they also have that fixture in white.....

  • 5 years ago

    Hi RL
    I like that 3 light....
    is 180 watt of LED enough?
    will I see a difference in the fan light which was 1 led equivalent to 100watt in conversion?

    also will the light be blinding?

    thank you!!!

  • PRO
    5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    That fixture has 3 sockets. each socket is made to withstand 40watt regular old light bulb.

    Therefore you can put whatever wattage LED you want in there. That being said I don't think you need to max out. Just start by putting what you have, and then adjust. I dislike it when the mfg is like "4.5 watt= 40 watt... ok but in reality, you could put a 10 watt led in there and it would have 0 impact on the socket.

    The bulbs seems to by tucked up inside so I dont think blinding will be an issue.

  • 5 years ago

    hi RL,
    thank you for your response.
    Grover liked the fixture also as I do.
    you think I will have the option of more light than I have currently?
    thanks again!!

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    yes, it has an open bottom and three lamps, also, what I REALLY like about it is the shades are adjustable, so you can somewhat direct the light! The descriptions says 3 60watt sockets!! I think that's ample with the other lighting you have already within the space.

  • 5 years ago

    I just came across this thread and read the whole thing. WOW! Your space looks so nice! Really amazing work Grover and RL, and so generous with your time! You've not only helped abergerdc, but so many of us following. Thank you!

  • 5 years ago

    tlbb
    GROVER AND RL are beyond generous!!!
    THERE WORK IS BEYOND EXCEPTIONAL.
    GROVER IS TRULY AN AMAZING ARTIST. SHE TRANSFORMED MY SPACE FROM MY PICTURE SINCE MY WALLS AND COUCH WERE SAME COLOR. RL KNOWS MORE ABOUT LIGHTING THAN ANYONE I EVER MET. SHE HAS GREAT TASTE AND UNDERSTANDS HOW TO LIGHT A ROOM PROPERLY.
    IN ADDITION, SHE KNOWS MORE THAN ELECTRICIANS!!
    THEY TRULY ARE A GIFTED TEAM!!!!

  • 5 years ago

    hi RL,
    fixture looks great!!
    1 question it requires A:"The light fixture requires three candelabra G16-1/2 bulb base with a maximum wattage of 60 watts."
    can this bulb be bought in an LED? and with LED, am I open to any wattage beyond the limit for incandescent,
    thanks again!!!

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    G stands for globe, aka round, by no means do you have to buy a round bulb. It has a candle base socket. The G bulb probably a bit more decorative, but I don't think people stare up at the ceiling lol. I would assume it is available in LED but might be easier to find a regular candle bulb at the store. my only concern is some of the LED candle bulbs are long. Thought... try to buy the same brand as you put in the floor lamp so the color is the same. daylight from bulb to bulb can differ.

  • 5 years ago

    hi RL, I got the fixture up
    Any suggestions of how to move the shades? when facing down, lot of glare

    Since the switch of the lamp broke (the company is giving me a credit)
    I got an LED torchiere with an arm thinking it would make the corner by the chair cleaner and brighter without wires...

    the lamp works but need to pull plug out when I want it off.

    lmk which setup you like. I currently just added the torchiere by the otherside of the couch. it may be unnecessary I can always use in my bedroom.
    Any idea (if it would) where the torchiere would fit in? I love the light it gives off and the room is finally at the brightness I like.

    what will reduce glare from the ceiling fixture besides turning the shade? the bulb I have is 60 watt clear LED. the white 60 watt led too yellow.
    I do have it on a dimmer.

    is the candle bulb smaller?this bulb is just under 3" in height. Maybe the candle bulb will not give off as much glare??

    It is tough to get a match because the inside of th ed ceiling fixture is not as white as the lamp....

    Thank you again!!
    your help is always appreciated!!

  • 5 years ago

    Hi Grover, please see comments to RL above and pictures.
    I would live to get your eye on this.

    Thank you so much!!!
    btw, the bathroom color came out great!! Thanks to you!!

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    "The lamp works but needs to pull the plug out when I want it off. "

    They make a plug-in switch that i have on like every table and floor lamp in my house, it allows you to dim and off on and the switch can sit on an end table or even the arm of the sofa. https://www.amazon.com/Lutron-Credenza-Halogen-Incandescent-TT-300H-WH/dp/B0000BYEF6/ref=asc_df_B0000BYEF6/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167140365824&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=770430567970048748&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031536&hvtargid=aud-802037562948:pla-274342005344&psc=1

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Lastly if you like that amount of light Im not mad at ya lol. looks good!

  • 5 years ago

    Bathroom color looks great. You did a good job color matching.


    I personally hate torchiere lamps, but if it provides light you like in the right amount, so be it. Do you have a chair on order? Looking forward to seeing it in your room.

  • 5 years ago

    hi Grover, the bathroom color was all you!!!!!
    just was informed today chair delivery week of jan 8....
    thank you again for all your help!!
    would you put torchiere anywhere else?
    I was thinking in corner by doorway to hall but it may take away lighting from painting. please
    lmk your thoughts. thank you and artistry is greatly appreciated.
    you like the fixture where the fan was?

  • 5 years ago

    The torchiere is fine where you have it. I do like the fixture you chose for the ceiling, and it looks like you have more than enough light. I hope you have stuff on dimmers...just in case you want to have a romantic dinner or something. ;-)

  • 4 years ago

    Hi Grover, hope you and your family are healthy and staying safe.
    its been a long time. Thanks to you, My room is looking great!!

    My question is for my NEW TV, where exactly do I mount on wall?

    samsung recommend 4-6" above consle like I have currently and looks good I think. Any thoughts?

    should I center the TV on the wall or with console? the console is centered to the rug which makes the room symmetrical. I think anyway. i would love your opinion???

    in the current picture, the yellow pieces of paper show the new tv dimensions compared to current tv. obviously it needs to be moved.

    I ordered a 75" tv that has a width of 66" and height of 38".

    my console is 96" with the tv wall 127".

    Btw. I reordered the chair which is coming in 3 months.

    please advise and your guidance is so much appreciated!!!

  • 4 years ago

    Wow, forgot how great your place turned out!

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    groveraxle hasn't been online since about the time we last saw a post from you. Not sure why.

    I would say center it to the console about the height you have it now.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    just reuse the bracket you have.

  • 4 years ago

    Grover said that her computer was gonna need service or get a new one and she wasn't sure if she was gonna get a new 1 and she thought she might retire from here I haven't seen or anymore either

  • 4 years ago

    RL hope you and your family are safe!!
    Thank you for your help!!
    I'm so 🙏!!
    You and Grover transformed my living space. You both are amazing at what you do!!