About Connecticut Lighting Centers

A Family Tradition of Lighting the Way

For more than 50 years, Connecticut Lighting Centers has been helping homeowners, designers, and contractors find the perfect lighting for every space. As a family-owned and locally operated lighting store, we take pride in offering personalized service and expert guidance that sets us apart in the lighting industry.

Our experienced professionals are dedicated to making your experience exceptional, from inspiration to installation. As the state’s largest lighting showrooms, we feature a wide selection of lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, decorative hardware, window shades, lamp shades and home accents from the industry’s leading brands.

Founded in 1972, we’ve proudly grown to have two showroom locations in Hartford and Southington, Connecticut. Visit us to explore our extensive collections, learn about our lighting restoration and repair services, and discover why our family-owned lighting company has been trusted for generations.

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Our Philosophy

“The customer is the boss!” is a philosophy that has brought continued success, passed down from the late Arthur Director to David Director, Todd Director and Brett Director. This viewpoint embodies the concept that the customer decides whether a business is going to succeed. Our business has been built on honesty, integrity and our focused drive to satisfy the needs of all customers.

Helping our customers is of fundamental importance to us and that feeling is conveyed through all employees, who set the tone and the standard for our stores. We will always be fair, honest and provide an environment where everyone’s efforts are truly appreciated.

Largest Lighting Display and Inventory in New England

Connecticut Lighting Centers features thousands of products on display and in stock so customers can “See it, Touch It and Take It Home!” We are your complete source for all lighting, ceiling fan, decorative hardware and window shade needs.

A Leader and Innovator in the Lighting Industry

Management has a strong commitment to many industry organizations, including the American Lighting Association – Arthur Director was a past president and David served on the Board – the Homebuilder’s Association, the Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau. Along with our commitment to the lighting industry, we place high priority on supporting various charitable organizations in our ongoing commitment to help those in need. Connecticut Lighting Centers strives to contribute to 200 local community charities each year.

In particular, David Director sits on the Executive Boards of the Rushford Center, United Way of Middlesex County, Liberty Bank, Quinnipiac University Business School Advisory Board and the Middlesex County Community Foundation. He is also involved with the Boy Scouts of America, is the co-chair of the Rushford Golf Tournament, and founder and co-chair of the Interfaith Golf Tournament.

About Restoration Lighting Gallery

Restoration Lighting Gallery is the part of our lighting showroom where we perform in-house restoration and repair of your lighting fixtures. Our team has over 80 years combined experience in the field and will amaze you with their ability to work with all types of materials and finishes when restoring, repairing and customizing lamps, lighting fixtures and custom lighting creations. So, while you're visiting our Hartford showroom, visit our restoration lighting gallery while you're there!

Why Choose Restoration Lighting Gallery?

  • Unique lighting – We have an exceptional selection of one-of-a-kind lighting fixtures, including vintage and period reproduction pieces
  • We offer custom lighting fixtures & lamp design from drawing to final creation
  • Over 1,000 lamp shades in stock
  • Open 6 days a week for your convenience

Products

  • Period & reproduction chandeliers, wall sconces and other lighting fixtures
  • Restored and one-of-a-kind custom lamps and lighting fixtures
  • New and exclusive lighting fixtures produced in the USA and Europe, found only at Restoration Lighting Gallery
  • An extensive selection of stocked lamp shades, plus relining & recovering using our fabric or yours
  • Unique and hard to find replacement glass
  • Exceptional home décor accessories, wall art and mirrors
  • Custom-made shaded pendants in any size, fabric and light source

Services

  • Professional Restoration and repair services for lamps and lighting fixtures
  • Lighting fixture & lamp design from drawing to final creation
  • Retrofit existing lighting fixtures to LED
  • In-store crystal chandelier cleaning & restoration
  • Switch installation and replacement
  • Lighting modification & customization
  • Metal refinishing and repainting
  • On-site consultation in-home, at your business, places of worship and municipals

Family-owned and locally operated, Restoration Lighting Gallery will ship vintage lighting and lamp shades anywhere in the U.S. Our professional sales staff will take the time to listen to your preferences and show you the proper lighting products to meet those needs. We care about the lighting that you choose for your home!

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