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Take After Photos
Congratulations on completing your lighting upgrade! Document your transformation with after photos to see how far you've come.
Time Required
30-60 minutes
Cost
$0
Difficulty
Easy
Photography Tips
Match Your Befores
Stand in the same spots, use same angles as before photos. Makes comparison dramatic and accurate.
Capture Both Day and Night
Lighting upgrades shine (literally) at night. Take photos with blinds open and also with room lights only.
Show Different Scenes
If you created scenes, photograph each one. "Dinner mode" vs "Movie mode" vs "Bright."
Detail Shots
Close-ups of new fixtures, under-cabinet glow, accent lighting. The details matter.
What to Document
- Each room: Wide shots showing overall lighting improvement.
- Fixture close-ups: New pendants, chandeliers, sconces looking their best.
- Functional lighting: Task lighting in action—under-cabinet, vanity, reading.
- Accent lighting: Artwork illuminated, cove lighting glowing, toe kicks.
- Smart features: App screenshots of scenes you created.
Celebrate Your Success
- Create a comparison: Side-by-side before/after using a collage app.
- Share if you want: Post to social media, home improvement forums, or just family.
- Keep for records: Useful for insurance, home sale, or future projects.
- Note what you learned: Jot down tips for your next project.
- Enjoy the results: You earned it! Living in a well-lit home is transformative.
Project Complete!
You've successfully completed the lighting upgrade checklist! Your home now has:
- ✓Layered lighting for every activity
- ✓Energy-efficient LED throughout
- ✓Dimmers for perfect ambiance
- ✓Smart controls for convenience
- ✓A more beautiful, functional home