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What Can You Do with a Lutron Home?

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Discover the Features of Lutron Homeworks

For homeowners in Columbia County, Lutron Homeworks is the perfect way to elevate your New York living experience with smart lighting and shade control. This advanced system enhances your home’s ambiance, provides for greater energy efficiency, and boosts daily convenience. Continue reading to explore how turning your residence into a Lutron home can make life easier and more enjoyable.

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Why Bookshelf Speakers are a Must-Have for Hi-Fi Audio Enthusiasts

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Experience the Best with Totem’s Compact Powerhouses 

When it comes to creating a coveted listening experience, every detail counts. From the source to the speakers, each aspect plays a vital role in delivering immersive sound. For audiophiles in Columbia County, bookshelf speakers strike the perfect balance between size and performance. At Hippo’s, we love Totem’s bookshelf solutions, especially Kin One and Loon; we’re also a huge fan of their floorstanding Wind speakers! Keep reading below to learn why they’re a stand-out choice for your New York home. 

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Why a Sony 98” TV is the Holiday Upgrade Your Sony Home Theater Needs

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Transform Your Holiday Entertainment with Stunning 4K Visuals and Immersive Cinematic Quality

The holiday season is the perfect time to upgrade your Columbia County house with a Sony home theater. Sony offers various luxury screens, including HDR projectors for brilliant picture quality, but one of our favorite new solutions is the Sony BRAVIA XR 98” TV. This massive television provides an unparalleled viewing experience for holiday movies and beyond. 

With stunning 4K picture quality, the Sony 98” is a holiday gift anyone will love, whether you’re treating yourself or surprising someone close to you. Read on to explore why this TV is the home theater upgrade you’ve been waiting for this season.

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Clearing Up Common Misconceptions About Lutron Shades

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Lutron Shades May Be More Practical and Affordable Than You Think 

Lutron shades are an excellent addition to any home, delivering style, convenience, and greater energy efficiency. However, some Columbia County homeowners may hesitate to consider them due to myths they’ve heard on the street. Continue reading as some of our experts tackle a few of these common misconceptions about Lutron shades and explain why they may be more affordable and practical than you think.

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How to Maximize the Lifespan of Your Lutron Shades

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An Investment in Style, Convenience, and Durability for Columbia County Homeowners

When New York homeowners consider a stylish and functional upgrade, Lutron shades often top the list. These motorized window treatments add a touch of elegance while also delivering unmatched convenience. When shopping for luxury shades, a common question arises: How can you ensure your Lutron shades stand the test of time? Continue reading to explore some practical tips to help maximize your investment.

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Manage Sunlight Effortlessly with Motorized Blinds

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Explore the Benefits and Features of Automated Window Coverings

Sunlight streaming through your windows is both breathtakingly beautiful and damaging. There’s nothing more stunning than illuminating your home with natural light and nothing quite as destructive as UV rays. So, the question is, how do we enjoy the sun’s magnificent light while protecting the interior of our homes? The answer lies in motorized blinds

These window coverings automatically adjust, maintaining the ideal level of outdoor lighting. Let’s see how it’s done and how we manage daylight and privacy in Columbia County, NY.

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Enjoy an Outdoor TV in Your Backyard This Summer & All Year Round

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Make Outdoors the Place to Be This Summer!

As summer approaches, transforming your backyard into a haven for relaxation and entertainment becomes a top priority. Installing an outdoor TV is one of the best ways to enhance your outdoor spaces.

The Samsung Terrace outdoor TV stands out as an excellent choice for its durability, brightness, and smart features. We dive into why adding an outdoor TV to your Columbia County, NY, home’s backyard setup can elevate your summer experience. Keep reading for more!

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Extend Your Summer Nights With Useful Landscape Lighting Installation

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Why Coastal Source Outdoor Lighting is a High-Quality Option 

Who doesn’t love a beautiful summer night on the patio? Whether hosting a backyard event or simply soaking up the quiet evening, the right landscape lighting installation can add to the experience. The outdoor lighting experts at Hippo’s can help you transform your outdoor space into a fun and engaging summer retreat, extending your summer nights long past bedtime. Continue reading to learn how an expert lighting design and high-quality outdoor lighting products from Coastal Source can benefit your family in Columbia County or surrounding areas this summer.

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Why Coastal Source Is the Best Choice for Outdoor Audio

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Coastal Source Blends High-Quality Performance with Longstanding Durability

When choosing an outdoor audio brand to elevate your New York backyard entertainment, look no further than the Bollard speaker line from Coastal Source, available at Hippo’s. Coastal Source has been engineering speakers for over 60 years and understands what it takes to build high-class, sought-after solutions for outdoor audio. Continue reading to learn about Coastal Source speakers and why they’re the best choice for your Columbia County backyard fun.

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