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Spoiler alert before you grab your umbrella and stand out in a thunderstorm—no, you won’t get superpowers from a lightning strike...probably. I don’t actually know how electricity works. But apparently, neither does Hollywood. There are a ton of artistic liberties taken by the movie makers of America when it comes to the everyday occurrences of electricity and wiring. I mean, there are lots of...

If you’re like most people, you probably enjoy a good DIY project now and then. Whether it's installing a new shelf, painting a room, or even just assembling furniture, there’s something satisfying about taking matters into your own hands (literally). Plus, it can save you a bit of money when you make something yourself.   But when it comes to electrical work, the stakes are...

If the current job market feels daunting and you are hoping to step into a new, hands-on career, then becoming an electrician might be your best path forward. But what does it really take to become an electrician?   I got the chance to chat with a few folks in the electrical industry, each at different stages in their career, all to gain insight into the...

As a normal person living a regular life on the same floating rock in space as everyone else, I can tell you with complete and total honesty: I have no idea how electricity works. I know the absolute basics—it powers things that we use and it’s dangerous. But it might as well be magic to me.   It’s also completely unavoidable; Electricity is literally all...

Electricity and lighting are like magic to me, and I’m sure I’m not the only one. One flick of a switch or press of a button and that’s that! With such a veiled understanding of a common thing, there are bound to be myths that arise. Here’s a fun and enlightening journey through ten common misconceptions about electricity and lighting that might surprise you....

Outdoor lighting can really boost the look and safety of your home, but there are a lot of myths out there that might make you hesitate to invest in it. Let's clear up five common misconceptions about outdoor lighting.   Outdoor Lighting Is Expensive  A lot of people think that outdoor lighting is super pricey, both to install and to keep running. But that's not...