Lighting & Electrical

LED Buying Guide

LEDs, or Light Emitting Diodes, are an excellent lighting choice if you’re keen to save energy, cut costs and bring bright, gleaming light into your space. LED lighting is efficient, has a long lifespan, boasts great wattage and has the unrivalled ability to provide a wonderful quality and temperature of light. Because of these features, LED bulbs have become the most common light source in the home, surpassing incandescent bulb and halogen bulbs in popularity. From dazzling spotlights to bright lightbulbs, LEDs can be found in a variety of fittings to ensure they seamlessly blend with any interior.
If you’re looking for more information about LEDs, explore our guide to the handy lighting solution here!

How much do LED lights cost?

LEDs are incredibly energy efficient. They can save up to 90% of energy compared to a traditional bulb of the same light output. An LED light uses far less energy (watt) to produce the same light output (lumen).
For example, an LED bulb uses only 2.5 watts to produce a light output of 115 lumen, while a traditional bulb uses 15 watts (which is 6 times more energy) to produce the same lumen output. LEDs therefore achieve the same light output as a traditional bulb yet they use less energy which means you will save on your electricity bill.
That means, with energy-saving LEDs, you can achieve that brilliant white light in your home while being kind to your bank account.

How long do LED lights last?

The good news keeps on coming for LEDs! Not only are they cheaper to run, but they also last longer. Therefore, you won’t need to change LED bulbs as frequently. This will reduce waste and save money in the long term – an LED light source can last 10 times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs. While a conventional bulb lasts for about 2,000 hours, LED lighting can last for up to 20,000 hours, the equivalent of 20 years.

Are LED lights better for the environment?

LED lights use less energy and produce fewer CO2 emissions than traditional light sources. Additionally, LED lights do not contain filaments, mercury, UV or pollutants.

Do LEDs get hot when in use?

LED lights generate very little heat. As they stay cool, they are ideal for use in children’s bedrooms, or as ceiling lights. Also, as LEDs do not get hot, the money you spend on running them will all go into the light rather than generating heat.
Also, LEDs are more durable than other lighting options and do not contain fragile parts. This makes them safe to use for almost all applications and in most environments.

What is Integrated LED lighting?

LED lighting is available as individual light bulbs that you fix into a fitting yourself. You can also buy light fittings with the LED bulbs already integrated. Whilst integrated lighting fixtures can simplify the installation of your lighting system, you’ll need to replace the entire fitting if the integrated light source fails.

And there you have it! Everything you need to know to fill your home with efficient, bright and inviting lights. Explore our range of LEDs, or discover our Ideas & Advice page to find more buying guides, DIY projects and home improvement ideas! For more lighting inspiration, read our Light Bulb and Home Lighting Buying Guides to help you discover the optimal bulb for your space.
Home Lighting Ideas & Buying Guide

Lighting & Electrical

Home Lighting Ideas & Buying Guide

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2023-07-07 11:30:33By Homebase



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