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For many years now, CFLs (compact fluorescent lamps) have established themselves as energy efficient, low energy or energy saving bulbs.The emergence of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) as a lighting solution has now given people two options for low energy lighting. In reality though, there’s only one choice.CFLsThe claims that these are the premier energy saving bulbs on the market no longer holds true, as LEDs are now more efficient – up to double… Read more

There aren’t many things that are worse than the scenario every homeowner dreads – a noise downstairs, an unexplained creak of the floorboards, the sound of glass shattering – there’s a burglar in your home!Between April 2014 and March 2015 there were an estimated 785,000 domestic burglaries in the UK alone. This is particularly alarming when you consider that most burglaries are caused due to the carelessness of homeowners.Most house burglars ar… Read more

We’ve become used to seeing LED lights used for practical purposes more than anything else, and suggesting how a particular spotlight would look great in your kitchen.We’re delighted to see then, that LEDs have been used for something far more poignant and touching.Back in 2010, the city of Berlin commissioned the creative director of art agency WHITEvoid, Christopher Bauder, and his brother Marc, to commemorate what would have been the 21st anni… Read more

There are several important things to consider when you’re purchasing a light bulb.You’ll need to think about the type of fitting or ‘cap’ you need, the colour, the number of watts and how many lumens you require. But what about the physical shape of the bulb? Isn't it important as well?Light bulbs come in all manner of shapes and sizes, and LEDs are no exception. Choosing an LED bulb that’s correctly-shaped is very important, and will make all t… Read more