LED Downlights Explained
Posted by Richard Clarke on 25th May 2012
Recessed downlights, or ‘can lights’ as they are called in America, are a type of light fixture commonly found in kitchens and bathrooms.
Unlike traditional fixtures, which protrude some distance from the ceiling, downlights are designed to sit up inside the ceiling so that only their front face can be seen.
A typical downlight consists of a pressed steel or cast aluminium la
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Lighting A Vaulted Ceiling With LED Style
Posted by Amit Soni on 23rd May 2012
Lofty ceilings with interesting architectural detail can be particularly attractive to people looking to buy or build a house.
There’s no doubt that vaulted ceilings, also known as cathedral ceilings can create a bright, airy space, make a room seem bigger than it actually is and add value to a property.
But this type of ceiling can also be fraught with problems, especially whe
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LED Lights in the Bathroom: The importance of IP Ratings and Zonings
Posted by Richard Clarke on 11th May 2012
If you are installing
LED Lights in your bathroom, you will first need to check the IP Rating of your fittings and whether they are suitable for the area in which you intend to use them.
What is an IP ("Ingress Protection") Rating?
All electrical enclosures are assigned an IP Rating, which provide an insight into the level of protection offered against moisture and other foreign bodi
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Lighting A Room With Low Ceilings? LED Lights Can Help!
Posted by Richard Clarke on 9th May 2012
One of the great things about your home is that it’s unique. Decor, furniture, colour schemes – they won’t be the same in any 2 homes. This is what makes your home yours.
Whilst this is a very good thing, sometimes there are difficulties. Dealing with lighting rooms with low ceilings is just one of those, especially if you want to preserve its visual appeal. LED lights however, mig
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