Penates Design

Conversation starter for caregivers or family members to approach the subject of changes to their environment that improve their independence. Simple information on many topics; selecting paint colors and light bulbs, furniture arrangements, matte finishes and surfaces, light controls and window treatments, and finding local help. Legible graphics, font and layout for readers with Low Vision. Space on the cover for companies to add their own label with their logo and contact information on the front or back.

Satin nickel metal finish, matte tiles, adjustable LED lighting, color contrasting gab bars and custom inset tile create an inviting retreat for soothing shower suited to the low vision user. AARP Recession Remodel

Blending finishes in one area and contrasting finishes in others is the key to a relaxing space for low vision user. Lighting that is placed carefully with adjustable features is essential for activities of daily living. AARP Recession Remodel

Reduce Glare with more Light: create even lighting in a space to reduce glare. Use obscure glass relites, contrasting trim and dimmer switches to define the area more clearly.

"Coming in 2011: New Labels for Light Bulb Packaging Labels Will Emphasize Lumens, Not Watts, as a Measure of Bulb Brightness: Starting in mid-2011, the Federal Trade Commission announced, consumers shopping for light bulbs will notice new labeling on packaging designed to help them choose among the different types of bulbs on the market – traditional incandescent bulbs, and newer high-efficiency compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs. The new labels will enable consumers to save money by selecting the most efficient bulbs that best fit their lighting needs. Under the new rule, the back of each package of light bulbs will have a “Lighting Facts” label modeled after the “Nutrition Facts” label that is currently on food packages. The Lighting Facts label will provide information about: brightness; energy cost; the bulb’s life expectancy; light appearance (for example, if the bulb provides “warm” or “cool” light); wattage (the amount of energy the bulb uses); and whether the bulb contains mercury. The bulb’s brightness, measured in lumens, and a disclosure for bulbs containing mercury, also will be printed on each bulb." See FTC government website for more information. (The views expressed in this website are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Federal Trade Commission, nor any individual Commissioner).