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The History of LED Lighting

The history of LED lighting Many people believe that LED (Light-emitting diode) lighting is a 21st century invention, in reality LED’s were created in 1927 and have been developing ever since. Many people have helped create the LED lights that we use today. Below is a short summary of LED lights history. 1927- Russian inventor Oleg…

Clear VS Frosted Lenses

Clear vs Frosted Lenses Not all lighting fixtures will give you the same amount of light. They are different in shades, designs and many other things. Have you been in a dilemma choosing between frosted glass vs. clear glass lighting fixtures? Why should you select one over another? Read this post to have a better…

Outdoor LED Security Lighting

Outdoor LED Security Lighting Outdoor lighting is an important addition to any area. However, it’s even more important when being installed for security and safety purposes. Whether it’s for your home or your business, making your outdoor space secure is important. When it comes to security lighting the options are endless: from motion sensors, all…

Lighting Fixtures in Damp V/S Wet Locations

Lighting Fixtures in Damp V/S Wet Locations The safety rating of your lights and fixtures is the most important factor when choosing your new lighting plan. Ensuring that each of your lighting products has been tested and approved to keep you and your family safe is our number one priority. While you want to be…

Dimmable LED Lights

Dimmable LED Lights: Do They Save Energy? LED lights are a great option for any home, especially because they boast significant energy savings. Dimmable lights are an attractive feature in any space, allowing you to adjust your lighting to your mood, giving you a versatile lighting design. However, even though creating an ambiance is high…

Color Temperature

Choosing the Right Color Temperature for your LED Lights The color temperature of your LED lights is one of the most important factors when designing your lighting plan, whether to create a cozy atmosphere or a place to work and design. What is Color Temperature? Color Temperature is measured in degrees of Kelvin, which determine…

Garden Lighting Design

Garden Lighting Design If you were thinking garden lighting design was a case of festoon lights and the occasional candle, guess again. There’s everything from outside uplighters to front door lights to welcome into the mix. 1. SET THE SCENE WITH OUTDOOR HANGING LIGHTS Go outside and look up. If your luxury garden furniture is…

Types of Interior Light

TYPES OF INTERIOR LIGHT The five main types of interior lighting are: general, ambient, mood, task and accent. Some lights can fit into a few types (depending on their placement, brightness and use) but a general understanding of each individual type of lighting can be very helpful in planning an effective scheme. 1- GENERAL LIGHTING…

7 Lighting Tricks

7 lighting tricks to create atmosphere When thinking about the flow of space, ambience and atmosphere in your home, lighting can be one of the most fundamental elements. Brighter lights can make you feel alert and awake, where as dimmer, softer lights can be relaxing and sleep-inducing. Make a lighting plan: If you’re starting from…

Conference Room Lighting Fixtures

Conference Room Lighting Fixtures Every location has unique lighting needs. When it comes to conference room lighting, you may have questions about how to achieve the best result to encourage a cohesive, productive workplace setting. Here are a few suggestions on making the most of this important functional space in your office. To create the…

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