Want to make your artwork pop? Smart lighting is the key! Learn more about how smart lighting can elevate your masterpieces to new heights today!

<p>Art speaks to the soul; there's no beating the contentment you feel when you bring those beautiful pieces home unless they're showcased with the proper lighting! The right lighting, temperature, and color can reveal details in the art you would never have seen otherwise, making the experience much more powerful.</p>
<p>But did you know you can achieve this with smart lighting? Of course, we're not talking about any lighting system; we mean a smart lighting system specifically tailored to display your artwork to museum quality (only it's open 24/7 in your home!).</p>
<p>Let's go over how to bring new life to every masterpiece in your collection!</p>
<h2>Smart LED Lights</h2>
<p><img alt="Depiction of smart LED bulb with a brain in the center" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_1.jpg" title="CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>The magic of LED lighting has simplified how to showcase artwork because it's so versatile &mdash; you can use the same LED bulb to create different effects with the right technology. LED lights also have a more concentrated beam spread than other lights, and the lack of UV rays means it's perfect for preserving precious masterpieces. And LED lights have 90 percent heat reduction compared to halogen lights, so they produce the truest light.</p>
<p>When coupled with smart settings, and the way you view each work of art changes drastically &mdash; for the better!</p>
<h2>CRI: Color Rendering Index</h2>
<p>Displaying art to its literal best lighting cannot be done without CRI &mdash; the color rendering index! The CRI describes how accurately artificial light shows the colors of the objects and people around you from a scale of 1 to 100. Essentially, the CRI evaluates each object's color rendition and color accuracy under different lights!</p>
<h2>Color Temperature</h2>
<p><img alt="Color temperature scale" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_2.jpg" title="CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_2.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Color temperature differs from CRI because it shows how warm or cool the lighting is. The temperature is measured in Kelvin and is vital to showcase artwork to its fullest potential. With LED lighting, they require a color temperature range of 5,200 K to 5,400 K so they can tune the colors accurately (a must-have when displaying art!).</p>
<h2>Why High-Quality CRI Fixtures</h2>
<p>When using your smart lighting to showcase art, you can't ignore the importance of high-quality CRI fixtures. These fixtures help produce colors the way the sun would but without any of the harmful UV rays. Sunlight has the highest CRI measure, which shows the most accurate representations of colors in a work of art &mdash; but high-quality LED fixtures with the proper CRI rating are the next best thing!</p>
<p>The higher the CRI level, the better the artificial light can accurately render the colors the artist intended for the eye to see.</p>
<h2>Color-Tunable vs. RGB</h2>
<p><img alt="Color tunable vs RGB lighting" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_3.jpg" title="CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_3.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Along with CRI-rated fixtures, you'll also need the lights to change color, which can mean one of two things. One, they can be tunable white lights that change the color temperature to appear warmer or cooler at different times of the day. These mimic the effects of sunlight without changing the actual color, so you have more flexibility and control over your lighting. You can also tailor the lighting for each art or artist to bring out the depth and impact of what you see.</p>
<p>RGB lighting are lights that literally change color (RGB means red, blue, green). These lights can also change color temperature, but the quality and effect won't be the same as white-tunable lighting.</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Tell our team how you want your art to look, and we'll develop a lighting system that can take each painting, sculpture, or carving to new heights!</p>
<h2>Directing &amp; Placing the Lights</h2>
<p>Having the best lighting fixtures is only the first step; they don't mean a thing if they're not correctly placed! This, of course, depends on the type of lighting you want.</p>
<ul>
<li>Track lighting aims spotlights where needed and will retain proper color even when dimmed.</li>
<li>Trimless, adjustable LED recessed lighting provides a cleaner look and is more suited for low-ceiling applications.</li>
<li>Wall washers can wash the wall where the art is displayed for a more casual look.</li>
</ul>
<p>It's also crucial to direct each lighting at a 30-degree angle from the center point of the artwork to reduce glare, especially if it's under glass. Larger frames require a 35-degree angle while texture-filled paintings require a 25-degree angle. Of course, our team will handle which fixtures to use, where to place them, and create the ideal settings for your home gallery!</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> The sooner you tell us what your plans are, the better detailed we can be with our plan to showcase your artwork in the best lighting!</p>
<h2>What a Masterpiece!</h2>
<p><img alt="Collage of artwork in different lighting" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_4.jpg" title="CI_Showcase-Artwork-with-Smart-Lighting_4.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Exhibiting the art in your collection to the best it can look is a lot of work &mdash; but definitely worth it! And with the smart lighting experts at , we'll bring the gallery experience to your home! We'll work with you to plan out each display so we can determine which fixtures to use and set up the automated system, so you never have to fiddle with it &mdash; it's already planned out for you!</p>
<p>So, if you have quite the collection, don't keep them all in storage &mdash; <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.greenlineprotect.com/contacts/" target="_blank">call or stop by</a></span>, and we'll help you show off your impeccable taste!</p>
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Let Your Art Shine: How to Showcase Your Artwork with the Power of Smart Lighting!

Getting ready to redo the patio? Stop! Turn your backyard into a mini resort instead! Check out these luxury smart home ideas for your outdoor space!

<p>Are you thinking of redoing your backyard patio space? You already have several percolating ideas, but did you know you can upgrade your outdoor space to luxury status with smart technology? We're talking hidden audio, outdoor video screens, smart lighting, water features, and more!</p>
<p>We'll review what these luxury ideas look like, so you can turn your home into the ultimate STAYCATION!</p>
<h2>1. Outdoor Video Ideas</h2>
<p><img alt="Couple toasting to each other as they watch something on backyard projector" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_1.jpg" title="CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Having a TV or projector in your outdoor space is already luxurious, but what if you could expand on it? For instance, you could:</p>
<ul>
<li>Install a power lift TV by the pool so it's hidden underneath the floor when not in use.</li>
<li>Have a retractable projector screen by a hedge wall or near the pool (watch your favorites while floating in the pool with a drink!).</li>
<li>Hide your projector underneath your patio awning or pergola.</li>
<li>Add LED lights behind your projector screen to match your other strip and string lights!</li>
</ul>
<p>Any of these ideas are possible during your next outdoor remodel &mdash; you just have to contact our team first! We'll review your space, see what's possible, and procure the best tech to fit your ideas!</p>
<h2>2. Landscape Audio</h2>
<p>No outdoor space is complete without a powerful outdoor audio system, and with landscape audio, everything is hidden among your garden treatments, fire pits, landscape lights, rocks, and more. The buried subwoofer and "planted" satellite speakers keep the sound low and local, so you have the best audio even if you're surrounded by water or close-by neighbors.</p>
<p>But with automation and control, you can create independent audio zones, which lets you control the volume and source for each zone. For example, you can have speakers by your outdoor kitchen, next to the pool, or hidden in the tennis court, and have them all play the same thing at once, localize just one, or play different playlists in each zone.</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Talk to our team about your audio needs, and we'll develop the best audio system!</p>
<h2>3. Smart Outdoor Lighting</h2>
<p><img alt="Luxurious back patio space with lots of landscape lighting, automated" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_2.jpg" title="CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_2.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Creating a cozy outdoor space also includes mood lighting, so why not make it extra luxurious? You could have:</p>
<ul>
<li>RGB landscape lighting that changes colors for each party, holiday, or in tandem with the music.</li>
<li>Install wall washes to highlight outdoor features like water treatments, architectural design, or your back door.</li>
<li>Have strip lighting with colors you can automate built around or inside the pool (or other water treatments). You can also add strip lighting to light up steps and bridges for safety!</li>
<li>Put downlights around pathways, stairs, bridges, fire pits, ponds, dining areas, etc., for a soft, cozy glow.</li>
<li>Use zone-dim-color to program different zones in your backyard and customize the brightness and color levels to create different moods for different spaces!</li>
<li>Automate string lights and low-volt plant lights to come on a schedule or when the sun goes down!</li>
</ul>
<p>Of course, with these lighting ideas, you can always set schedules, dim or brighten as needed, and control with voice commands!</p>
<h2>4. Motorized Bug Shades and Screen</h2>
<p>Even the best parties can't always keep the bugs away unless you have motorized bug shades! You can integrate these shades into a pergola, so your dining or seating area is always protected against unwanted insects.</p>
<p>You can also have automated sun shades to limit the amount of sunlight without blocking out the sunny day completely. But you're not limited to areas with an awning or pergola; you can also get solar parasols you can automate to open at the sunniest parts of the day!</p>
<h2>5. Fire Pits</h2>
<p><img alt="Back patio with multiple fire pits lit at the same time" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_3.jpg" title="CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_3.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Any fire pit can enhance your outdoor space, but you can do more with automation! This means automating it so that each fire pit comes on at the same time of day, flawlessly &mdash; no more struggling to light each pit! You can also specify the heat level, turn it on or off remotely, and sync multiple pits (yup, multiple satellite fire pits!).</p>
<p>And if you want to include a landscape fire strip next to the pool plus a see-through gas fireplace in a covered cabana, patio space, or outdoor bar, you got it!</p>
<h2>6. Water Treatments</h2>
<p><img alt="Grid of different pool ideas" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_4.jpg" title="CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_4.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Lounging by your own pool during those hot summer days is the life, but you don't have to be restricted to just one regular in-ground pool &mdash; you can do more! You could have:</p>
<ul>
<li>A pool bar with automated fountains.</li>
<li>A spa spilling over into the pool.</li>
<li>A pool with elegant fountains to highlight your design taste.</li>
<li>A shallow water-covered walkway with several fountain spouts (great for kiddos to play in!)</li>
<li>A pool with automated spa jets.</li>
<li>A pool with a built-in waterfall over rock features.</li>
</ul>
<p>With any of these water treatments, you can control the water temperature, jet strength, bubble production, and pump control. And you can also add built-in LED lights you can automate for extra oomph!</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> You can also include hot tubs, koi ponds, separate fountains, and rain showers in the mix!</p>
<h2>7. Other Automation Ideas</h2>
<p>The best thing about all these ideas is the endless room for automation; whatever you want to happen happens effortlessly! You can set up actions for different times of day, specific triggers for certain parties ad get-togethers, and more!</p>
<ul>
<li>You could make it so that when the sun goes down, the lighting turns on to a specific color, the outdoor heater turns on, the pool temperature gets warmer, and the bug screens lower!</li>
<li>You could trigger your system so the pool video lifts and sets to a specific channel at noon, have the sun shades come up, and automate the audio to your favorite playlist in just the pool zone!</li>
<li>You could automate the roof of your motorized louvered pergola to let in more light or close when needed (excellent for outdoor dining spaces!).</li>
<li>You could install a retractable awning to control the amount of sunlight in your eating or lounging space.</li>
<li>You have a smart gazebo with sensors to detect someone's presence and adjust the lighting and temperature around the space!</li>
</ul>
<h2>Party Mode: On!</h2>
<p><img alt="Group of friends hanging out by the pool at a nice house" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q2_2023/CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_5.jpg" title="CI_Luxury-Ideas-Outdoor-Remodel_5.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>There you have it &mdash; luxury smart home ideas perfect for your next outdoor remodel! Why have an ordinary backyard when you can have an at-home resort all to yourself? Exactly! So, don't wait to get started; the sooner you <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.greenlineprotect.com/contacts/" target="_blank">contact us</a></span> at , the more options we can give you!</p>

7 Luxury Smart Home Ideas You Should Use for Your Next Outdoor Remodel!

Don’t think that you can’t make your existing lights smart — you can, with retrofit lighting solutions! See why your next remodel is the best time to start!

<p>Are you planning on remodeling your home? Don't forget the tech &mdash; specifically, the lighting! You can upgrade your current fixtures with retrofit lighting solutions to work for you!</p>
<p>By adding smart LED technology to all your lights, you'll have more control over your home and save energy! Let's dive into why retrofit lighting solutions are necessary during your next home remodel!</p>
<h2>Why Retrofit Lighting</h2>
<p><img alt="Couple in nice bedroom with several different lighting fixtures" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_1.jpg" title=" CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Your regular lighting system works fine, so why bother with the upgrade? Because you can get more out of your lighting system! Upgrading your lights will give you more control over your home and increase your energy savings since the LED lamp tech reduces light energy consumption.</p>
<p>But it also improves the light level in your home, giving you brighter light or more coverage. And smart lighting can even help with your home's security!</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Retrofit lighting installation is flexible and usually works with your existing wiring, so it's perfect for remodeling &mdash; contact your local integrator before you start so that you can plan ahead!</p>
<h2>Energy Savings</h2>
<p>As we've said before, adding smart lighting to your home will save you energy. But how does that work? With smart technology, you can control every aspect of your lights, including dimming or switching them off when no one is around.</p>
<p>When combined with occupancy sensors, you can take that even further and reduce electricity consumption by 30 percent! And with daylight/UV sensors adjusting the lights according to the amount of natural light, you can reduce electricity consumption by up to 40 percent!</p>
<h2>What Goes into Retrofitting</h2>
<p><img alt="Closeup of someone turning on the lights with control panel" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_2.gif" title="CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_2.gif" width="700" /></p>
<p>So, what does it mean to "retrofit" your lighting system? It can mean a couple of things. Technically, you can make any lighting fixture "smart," either with smart bulbs or a smart switch, which can do the job. But a true retrofitting project goes much deeper. It means:</p>
<ul>
<li>Adding occupancy sensors, daylight sensors, and dimming control.</li>
<li>Limiting your switches to one sleek panel (you can assign specific actions to a particular smart switch, like dimming to a certain level each time).</li>
<li>Connecting all your lights to one smart interface you can control, like a recessed control panel or smart device.</li>
<li>Splitting your lighting network into separate groups to give you more control (like if you want to dim the lights over just the TV for movie night!).</li>
<li>Placing motion and UV sensors on your outdoor lights, so you can automate those too (like making them come on at dusk or turn on whenever someone walks by).</li>
<li>Integrating your lighting system with voice-assistant technology so your system is voice-controlled!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Your custom integrator will handle all the complicated wiring and setup; tell them what you want to happen, and they'll make it so!</p>
<h2>Home Applications</h2>
<p><img alt="Woman walks into kitchen which then activates the motion-sensor lights" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_3.gif" title="CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_3.gif" width="700" /></p>
<p>Sure, with a smart lighting system, you can quickly turn off the lights without having to get after the people in your home. And you can make it, so it seems like your home when you're not. But there's so much more you can do!</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Scene Controls:</strong> Also known as scene settings, these let you create lighting settings for a particular activity like reading or watching TV.</li>
<li><strong>RGBW/Color Temperature:</strong> These bulbs change the color and temperature of the light, which is excellent for showcasing artwork. As the light changes, you can see new things happening in the painting just from these subtle changes!</li>
<li><strong>Circadian Lighting:</strong> This lighting imitates the lighting you need for your sleep-wake cycle, which can improve your overall mental health.</li>
<li><strong>Movie Theater Lighting:</strong> These can be used to showcase that million-dollar painting or in your own home theater, complete with Dolby sound, home theater seating, and an integrated projector!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Your custom integrator knows the ins and outs of all these lighting options, so talk to them first about what you need before starting your remodel!</p>
<h2>Why Remodeling is the Perfect Time to Start</h2>
<p>The time to retrofit your lighting is best when you're planning to remodel, preferably with a plan way in advance. The remodel is the perfect time to change your fixtures, replace the switches, and create a fully integrated system while creating a seamless look.</p>
<p>By the end of the remodel, you won't be able to tell anything is automated (unless you have the recessed control panel). The integrated system will work with a central brain and separate electric panels, which makes them more reliable than other systems. And while you're at retrofitting your lights, you can retrofit other parts of your home with smart automation, too, like your shades, door locks, security system, and more!</p>
<h2>Time to Build!</h2>
<p><img alt="Beautifully remodeled kitchen with theater lighting" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_4.jpg" title="CI_Retrofit-Lighting-Solutions_4.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Now that you know about the benefits of retrofit lighting solutions, it's time to <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.greenlineprotect.com/contacts/" target="_blank">contact us</a></span> at ! Our experts have years of industry knowledge, and we'll use that to create the <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.greenlineprotect.com/catalog/electronics-automation-control/" target="_blank">smart home</a></span> of your dreams! You don't have to lift a finger (other than pointing at what you want)!</p>
<p>So, if you're thinking of remodeling soon (or even if it's a new build), don't wait to call; get your consultation appointment today!</p>

Why You Need Retrofit Lighting Solutions During Your Next Home Remodel

Do you ever wish there was a way to make your work go smoother? You can with smart automation! Find out how smart office solutions can benefit you today!

<p>Wouldn't it be nice if you could automate more things in your life &mdash; like your work life? Actually, you can! There are plenty of smart office solutions that make each day more efficient, so you have less work stress!</p>
<p>But what is a smart office? It's a high-tech hybrid workplace with automated services that improve productivity. And the beauty of it is that it doesn't matter if you work from home or in the office &mdash; smart office solutions can benefit anyone!</p>
<p>What type of smart office solutions can help you? Let's take a look!</p>
<h2>Benefits of Smart Office Solutions</h2>
<p><img alt="Luxury home office space" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_1.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Before we go into the types of smart office solutions, knowing how you'll benefit from them is essential. When you work from home, automating your workspace makes it easier to tailor your work area to your exact needs so that you can be more productive. In the office, smart office solutions can:</p>
<ul>
<li>Improve efficiency and productivity.</li>
<li>Make tasks more efficient.</li>
<li>Create a better collaborative environment.</li>
<li>Increase security with WiFi sensors and video monitoring.</li>
<li>Save time when scheduling meetings, managing meeting rooms, and overseeing calendars.</li>
<li>Sharing and accessing data is more straightforward, which makes collaborating a breeze.</li>
<li>Reduce operation costs by controlling the lighting, temperature, and more.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Video Monitoring</h2>
<p>Now that you know the benefits of automating your office, let's review some key solutions you can't pass up. Smart video monitoring is a must at home or in the office. You can help prevent theft, monitor different locations from a single source, and more with video monitoring.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>In Office:</strong> Video monitoring provides general security and analysis of your work environment, making it easier to see areas of improvement.</li>
<li><strong>At Home:</strong> You'll have a better overview of what's happening at home while you're working, like if the kiddos are doing their homework if the pets are behaving, or see when you get deliveries.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Combine video monitoring with a smart security system to increase your security and have the option of professional monitoring services!</p>
<h2>Smart Climate Control</h2>
<p>Comfort is essential for working environments &mdash; and smart climate control systems provide just that! By automating temperature regulation, you can maintain a comfortable temperature in your office or home, which will only benefit your productivity.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>In Office:</strong> Smart climate control detects people's preferences and usage patterns to regulate temperature and keep battles over the thermostat to a minimum (especially if each work zone has its own climate-controlled system!).</li>
<li><strong>At Home:</strong> Keep your home office temperature comfy to your specific needs. And if you're the only one at home, you can adjust it, so the climate control is focused on your office space and not the entire house, so you can save energy!</li>
</ul>
<h2>Lighting Control</h2>
<p><img alt="Smart office with darkened lights to mimic the time outside" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_2.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_2.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Along with climate control, smart lighting goes a long way to ensuring everyone's comfort. These control systems allow you to adjust the amount of light in the room according to your preferences. You can even use circadian lighting (or human-centric lighting), which mimics natural light throughout the day as you work and help keep your sleep-wake cycle balanced!</p>
<p>So, if you feel like the lack of natural light contributes to work fatigue, don't worry &mdash; with this circadian lighting on your smart network, you can make a big difference in the overall health of you and your employees! Whether you work at home or in the office, you can only benefit from giving your lights a smart boost.</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Add smart shades to your office space for better lighting control and save on energy costs!</p>
<h2>Voice Control</h2>
<p>Voice control makes it easier to control your surroundings. Instead of being chained to your smart devices, you can use voice commands, so you use your time more efficiently!</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>In Office:</strong> use voice control to help book conference rooms, start a phone call, send an email, and get reminders throughout the day &mdash; no more piles of sticky notes and notebooks containing all your things!</li>
<li><strong>At Home:</strong> you can expand on the in-office benefits by connecting to your entire smart home system, like controlling the temperature, lights, shades, sound (mood music is a great motivator), and your security system!</li>
</ul>
<h2>Smart Entry</h2>
<p><img alt="Woman using smartphone to access the office" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_3.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_3.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Another must-have smart office solution is using smart entry technology. This smart solution ensures greater security by providing easier yet more secure access to the office building. It helps record who enters and leaves the facility so you can monitor activity more closely.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>In Office:</strong> Use mobile credentials to access the office, grant access to non-employees when needed easier, and you'll have fewer calls of people getting locked out or triggering the alarm! Now you can do away with all those key fobs!</li>
<li><strong>At Home:</strong> With similar techs like smart door locks and smart doorbells, you can see who's coming to the door, keep an eye on your deliveries, and get rid of keys! You can use specialized codes, your smartphone, smartwatch, or geofencing to lock or unlock your front door, AND you can create custom codes for each person in your home to see who's coming and going!</li>
</ul>
<h2>Smart Conference Rooms</h2>
<p><img alt="Conference room with smart panel just beside the door" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_4.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Office-Solutions_4.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Smart conference rooms are becoming increasingly popular due to their better oversight of all meetings. With smart conference systems, it's easier to book meeting spaces, share information and documents with participants, and keep track of who attended the meetings.</p>
<p>These smart conference rooms even integrate other software, so you can order catering and send alerts from the conference room. These can even help automate visitor check-ins and provide directions to where they need to go.</p>
<h2>Smart Desks</h2>
<p>You might not know this, but smart desks are a thing &mdash; they work like smart conference rooms, but it's just a desk. Smart desks are ideal for hot desking &mdash; the practice where multiple people use a single desk at different times. This smart solution makes it easy for teams to collaborate on ideas while providing each person with an ergonomic workspace they can use anytime they need.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>In Office:</strong> Keeps track of who reserved the space, finds employees in different parts of the building, monitors shared office space, helps you find any open task for the day, and makes it easier to find available desks when you need to work on a task.</li>
<li><strong>At Home:</strong> With a smart desk, sharing your office space with another person (like your significant other) is easier. These come with alerts, presets, easy-to-use controls, and standing capabilities so you work more efficiently and are not always in a sedentary position.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Work Smart!</h2>
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How do you get the best Super Bowl party the whole neighborhood will remember? With the ultimate home theater! Learn more about what that takes today!

<p>Preparing for the Super Bowl takes more than planning which chips and dip to serve &mdash; especially if you want the best Super Bowl party ever. For that, you'll need to do some more planning, especially with your home theater.</p>
<p>And if you don't have a home theater, you're already behind! Check out the five essentials you'll need to make this game day the one the neighborhood will never forget!</p>
<h2>1. Huge Projector &amp; Screen</h2>
<p><img alt="Home theater with big projector screen" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_1.jpg" title="CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>The first step to a memorable Super Bowl party is a big screen &mdash; and we mean huge! While you could go with a big screen 4K UHD TV, a projector will provide a flexible screen size so everyone can see every part of the action. And for even more flexibility, an ultra-short throw projector will take up less space and still have the benefits of a huge screen. Regardless of your choice, ensure the refresh rate is 120 Hz minimum and a 4K resolution, so you can capture all that action live and in the perfect picture!</p>
<p>With a projector, you'll also need a screen that does the picture justice. The size is up to the size of your room, but you should definitely look for an ambient light-rejecting (ALR) projector screen. These are engineered to only reflect the light coming from an ultra-short-throw projector sitting directly below and reject other light sources.</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> You can even make the projector screen retractable and disappear into the floor or ceiling when not in use!</p>
<h2>2. Never Miss A Second</h2>
<p>Don't worry about missing a single second of Super Bowl Sunday just because you had to leave the room &mdash; just use video distribution. Similar to what you'd see in an electronics store, you need a video switch that shares a single video source between multiple screens to show the same picture simultaneously.</p>
<p>This will help minimize your need for multiple sources (and all those cables and wires!). And if you add video distribution to your smart home, you can effortlessly turn on and keep track of every display with your smart device. So, if you want to add a screen to your kitchen or bathroom, why not?</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Setting up video distribution can be tricky; as your local custom integrators to set it up for you!</p>
<h2>3. Smart Shades</h2>
<p><img alt="Home theater with blackout drapes" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_2.jpg" title="CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_2.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Nobody wants Super Bowl Sunday to be plagued by random street noises or sun glare &mdash; that's why it's a good idea to invest in smart shades for your home theater. These smart shades pull tight over window frames to keep out any unwanted light and sound from outside so you can focus on enjoying the game day atmosphere!</p>
<p>That way, your home theater will look even more like an actual movie theater, which is perfect for the big game!</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> Smart shades come in various styles and patterns to match your current design style! Some of your existing shades can even be retrofitted to motorized shades, but ask your local integrators for more information!</p>
<h2>4. Smart Lighting</h2>
<p><img alt="Home theater with colored lights" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_3.jpg" title="CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_3.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>With lighting, you need just enough to see your snacks and where to go but not too much that it ruins the picture. That's why you should invest in smart lighting, so you can have the flexibility to dim or brighten the lights according to your Super Bowl needs.</p>
<p>You can even get creative and set smaller lights to dim with your teams' colors or automate it so that the lights flash in your colors whenever your team scores! And you can bring the game day fun to the outside of your house with landscape lighting that also features your favorite team colors!</p>
<h2>5. Wham! Did You Hear That Tackle?</h2>
<p>Half the fun of a Super Bowl party is watching the game, and the other half is hearing it! The standard speakers with your TV or projector won't be enough to capture every hit or commentary from the announcers. Instead, look for a surround sound system with Dolby Atmos technology, which will provide three-dimensional sound that makes it feel like you're on the field.</p>
<p>And if you don't want any visible speakers taking up space in your home theater, consider installing drywall speakers instead! You'll still get the unmistakable sound you want and the style to make your neighbors green with envy!</p>
<h2>Touchdown!</h2>
<p><img alt="Super Bowl stadium with confetti and fireworks" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_4.jpg" title="CI_Best-Super-Bowl-Party-to-Remember_4.jpg" width="700" /></p>
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Winter is here and keeping warm is our mission. But what if smart technology can help? Check out the smart way to winterize your home today!

<p>Winter is in full swing and boy, can you feel those temperatures drop. And trying to keep your house warm through all the temperature lows and horrible weather is a challenge. In the past, you've probably had to re-caulk your windows, install heavier drapes, put in weatherstripping, or even stuff old rolled-up blankets under drafty doors &mdash; that's a lot of work!</p>
<p>But it turns out there's a smart way to winterize your home &mdash; through smart home automation! With the right set of smart devices, you'll make winterizing that much more straightforward. And we'll go over just what those are!</p>
<h2>1. Smart Thermostats</h2>
<p><img alt="Smart device showing warm temperature in the house" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_1.jpg" title="CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Let's start with a smart thermostat. Smart thermostats keep your home cozy, but more importantly, they also help save on energy costs! They can sense how much energy each room uses and adjust accordingly to pinpoint problem areas, monitor the temperature in each room, remotely control the temperature, and automatically place the best settings for the home.</p>
<p>So, instead of leaving your HVAC system to run all day, you can tailor it to your needs. For instance, if everyone is out of the house during the day, you can create a "daytime" setting where the thermostat is at its lowest setting and only starts to warm up the house within 20 minutes of everyone arriving home. Or you can use geo-fencing to warm up the house once it senses you're nearby!</p>
<h2>2. Smart Shades</h2>
<p><img alt="Smart shades that are down at the same time" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_2.jpg" title="CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_2.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Even with the longer nights and icy winter days, there's still plenty of sunlight, which you can maximize by installing smart blinds. Smart blinds will open and close at specific times according to your schedule or through sensing the optimum sunlight levels with the sensors, allowing you to warm your home more naturally.</p>
<p>You can also coordinate your smart blinds with other devices like your smart thermostat to help keep a consistent temperature. You can even have your smart lights coordinate with your shades as well, so you're never in complete darkness!</p>
<h2>3. Smart Leak Detectors</h2>
<p><img alt="Water leak sensor alert" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_3.jpg" title="CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_3.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Whether you're going away on vacation or live in an area where things freeze over, it's a great idea to install a smart leak detector! Anything can cause your pipes to leak, but your pipes freezing over is a major cause.</p>
<p>With a smart leak detector, it will sense when water flow is acting unusual and then shut off the valve &mdash; no overflowing leaks here! You can also customize the settings for when the leak detector will shut off the valve and receive personalized analytics of your home's water system. Either way, you'll avoid costly damages, save water, and prevent mold build-up!</p>
<p><strong>Pro Tip:</strong> You can add smart leak or smart water detectors to any water source, including your water heater!</p>
<h2>4. Smart Outdoor Lights</h2>
<p>Of course, winter brings longer nights (that always seem to start at 5 pm!), but that doesn't mean you can't add some light with smart outdoor lights! You can set up automatic timers, motion sensors, or geo-fencing so that your outdoor lights come on right when needed. No more stepping on an icy sidewalk for you &mdash; now you'll be able to see where you're going whenever you leave or enter the house.</p>
<p>You can also program your lights to come on at certain intervals while you're away on vacation so it looks like your home.</p>
<h2>5. Smart Security</h2>
<p><img alt="Monitoring smart security with smartphone" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q1_2023/CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_4.jpg" title="CI_Winterize-Home-the-Smart-Way_4.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Speaking of going away on vacation, a smart security system is a must-have for all winter endeavors (and let's face it, it's helpful year-round, too!). Smart security systems utilize door sensors, motion sensors, and video surveillance to protect your property, letting you monitor everything from wherever you are.</p>
<p>So, if you want to go on vacation but are worried about leaving your home vulnerable &mdash; don't! Your smart security system will take care of that.</p>
<h2>BONUS: Other Winterizing Solutions</h2>
<p>The last winterizing solutions you should consider should include a smart humidifier and IoT tiles. A smart humidifier will increase the moisture in a given room on a schedule so you can avoid dehydrated skin or irritated nasal passages. The humidifier will also alert you when to refill the tank.</p>
<p>IoT tiles are sensors you can place near your valuables, like musical instruments, antique furniture, or car batteries in a garage, that will sense when temperatures or humidity get too low or too high. That way, you can protect your valuables from any harmful weather fluctuations.</p>
<h2>Stay Warm!</h2>
<p>There you have it: the smart way to winterize your home, so you stay warm and cozy all season long! And the best way to get started on your <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.greenlineprotect.com/catalog/electronics-automation-control/" target="_blank">smart winterizing</a></span> journey is with ! Our experts have years of experience and will set your smart home to your specifications.</p>
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Color changing lights and easy access to LED lighting are two things a smart home lighting system can do. Learn about other benefits here!

<p>Smart home automation features cover a wide spectrum these days. From smart thermostats to smart doorbells, you can set your home up to handle a variety of components. But one type of automation system you can add to your home that you shouldn&rsquo;t overlook is a smart home lighting system.</p>
<p>From ultra convenience to health benefits, find out the seven reasons why you should add this helpful device to your home!</p>
<h2>1. Convenience of Setup and Control</h2>
<p><img alt="Smart home lighting control from smartphone" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q4_2022/CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_1.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_1.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>When you add a smart home lighting system to your house, you gain the convenience of setup and control. You can access the setup of your lighting system from wherever you are and control all aspects of your lights, whether you&rsquo;re home or not. So, for those times you really don&rsquo;t want to get up to turn the light on or off, now you don&rsquo;t have to! Just use your smart device instead from wherever you are!</p>
<h2>2. Circadian Lighting</h2>
<p>Circadian lighting is a type of smart lighting that can be set on a schedule so that the color, temperature, and brightness of the bulbs can change throughout the day. This type of setup adjusts the atmosphere of your home, so you have the right type of lighting at specific times throughout the day.</p>
<p>By using this feature and changing the bulb's aspects at certain times, you can even sleep better or feel more energized, depending on what hour of the day it is. Since lighting can often affect our mood and overall health and wellness, you can&rsquo;t go wrong with using circadian lighting.</p>
<h2>3. LED Lighting</h2>
<p><img alt="Close up of hand turning LED lights on from phone" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q4_2022/CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_2.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_2.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Smart home LED lighting is energy-efficient lighting you can control with the touch of a few buttons. LED lights are six times more energy efficient when compared to incandescent lighting. These lights use less energy than their incandescent counterparts and therefore run longer. With the help of a smart home lighting system, you can program LED lights to work best in your home and power on and off when you&rsquo;d like them to do so.</p>
<h2>4. Dimming/Non-Dimming Switches</h2>
<p><img alt="Woman dimming lights from smartphone" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q4_2022/CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_3.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_3.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>When you have a smart home lighting system, you can control your dimming and non-dimming light switches even easier. You can remotely turn lights on and off, and then, if they have dimming features, you can dim the lights for some added ambiance in the room.</p>
<p>Some lights even have voice control, so you only need to speak the wake words and your command to get the desired effect!</p>
<h2>5. Fan Speed Control</h2>
<p>In addition to lighting controls, a smart home lighting system also provides you access to fan speed control. Oftentimes your fan has a switch on the wall, and if it&rsquo;s a programmable switch, you can adjust your fan speed simply by pushing a few buttons on your smartphone. You don&rsquo;t even have to move from your seat!</p>
<h2>6. Powers Shades for Natural Lighting</h2>
<p><img alt="Smart shades letting in natural lights" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q4_2022/CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_4.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_4.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Another aspect of your smart home that smart lighting makes easier is your smart shades. So, if you want to let in outdoor light easily, you can set up your powered window shades to operate with your smart home lighting system.</p>
<p>The smart home system may allow you to open and close your window shades, which lets the sunshine in during the morning hours and provides you with privacy when it starts to get dark outside. And you can even set up your lights to turn on once the shades or up, or even have them motion-activated!</p>
<h2>7. Color Changing Lighting</h2>
<p><img alt="Living room with color-changing lights" src="https://d6y5eqdcxq8w3.cloudfront.net/assets/blog/blog_ci/Q4_2022/CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_5.jpg" title="CI_Smart-Home-Lighting_5.jpg" width="700" /></p>
<p>Lights that change colors are also popular these days, and a smart home lighting system is just the thing to get the most out of it. You can add a party atmosphere to any room with color-changing lights and have the same convenience and control as the other lights in your system.</p>
<p>Plus, if you want to add a calming vibe to your room, you can choose a color that helps you relax. You can often choose one steady color or have the colors change periodically, depending on your mood &mdash; the choice is yours!</p>
<h2>Lights On!</h2>
<p>No longer do lights have to be for illumination purposes only; now, you can add the ambiance you crave and receive health benefits, too! With a smart home lighting system, you can sit back, relax, and let the system handle your lighting needs for you. And , has the plans and expertise to get your <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.greenlineprotect.com/catalog/home-control-lighting/" target="_blank">smart lighting</a></span> perfect!</p>
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