The Low Down on Low Energy Low Cost Lighting

The Low Down on Low Energy Low Cost Lighting

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So you’ve discovered LED light bulbs and want to get on board with this new ultra low energy technology, partly in order to adopt a slightly more green lifestyle, but not least because of the amount of money you can save.

Oh yes, don’t for a minute believe the widespread but entirely pernicious myth that environmentally friendly “alternative” products and processes cost more than their “conventional” counterparts. Certainly in the case of… Read More

Replace Halogen for LED Lights

Replace Halogen for LED LightsOdds are that your home and/or place of work uses halogen lamps. These have become so ubiquitous that we barely notice how many of them are installed in so many places.

Just using my own home by way of example (and counting only the ceiling down lights) I have 10 in the kitchen, 5 in the hallway, 4 in each of three bathrooms (so that’s another 12) and 8 in each of four bedrooms.

I make that 63 separate halogen lamps, each drawing… Read More

Saving Mother Earth, One Light Bulb at a Time

Long-lasting LED Lights Save Time and Trouble

Saving mother earth, one light bulb at a timeIs there a particular light bulb in your house which goes weeks without being replaced because it’s so hard to reach? That vaulted ceiling or grand staircase is an appealing architectural feature until its light bulb burns out — and then you’re faced with hauling a ladder into the house and climbing up to the light fixture, often with a light bulb and a screwdriver stuffed into your shirt pocket.

If that… Read More

Benefits Of LED Grow Lights

Benefits of LED Grow Lights

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Anyone who has tried to maintain an indoor growing project knows the problems associated with many different types of grow lights. Incandescent lights produce too low illumination, fluorescent lights provide the wrong color spectrum, and halogen lights emit too much heat. Each of these uses a large amount of power compared to the amount of light being produced, which equates to much higher electric bills. LED grow lights overcome many of these problems and provide… Read More

Save Money and Go Green with LED Home Lighting Solutions

Some LED History

LED lights were originally invented in the late 1920s by Russian scientist Oleg Losev and later made practical by U.S. electrical engineer Nick Holonyak, Jr. in the early 1960s. However, until recently, light emitting diodes, or LEDs, were not feasible for everyday use in the home. Fortunately, much has changed about LED lighting since the 1960s, especially in just the last five years.

This lighting marvel has made a quantum leap in the variety of stylish applications and the reduction in cost of… Read More

What are the Most Energy Efficient Light Bulbs?

energy efficient light bulbsThe two main types of energy efficient light bulbs are compact fluorescent lamps (CFL’s) and light emitting diodes (LED’s). They are both more efficient than traditional incandescent bulbs and there is enough variety commercially to find practical uses for them at home. To determine which light bulb is the most energy efficient, one has to look at the amount illumination level produced in lumens per energy consumed in watts.

Between LED, CFL and incandescent bulbs, LED

5 Things You Should Know About Solar Powered Garden Lights

things you should know about solar powered garden lightsIf you need to add some extra lighting around your garden, then you should consider using solar powered garden lights. There are some important things to know about solar powered lights that could encourage you to make the switch and go green. They use a free, renewable energy source and are simple to install. The range of lights available is continuously increasing and you can choose from… Read More

The Benefits Of LED Stair Lighting

Making use of more effective and efficient LED stair lighting will give you the illumination you need to make this part of your home safer. The risk of accidents caused by poor visibility on the stairs may be higher than you think. Taking action to ensure your home is as safe as possible is always a wise move.

Poor lighting in a stair case can be a real hazard. Losing your footing while climbing stairs may result in serious injury and can be easily prevented. With more effective stair lighting you will be able to ensure less risk of… Read More

Battery Powered LED Lights

Battery powered LED lights are loved by people because of their convenience and flexibility. These lights are wireless, can be transported easily, and do not require any chords to plug in. They produce a bright light with minimum power consumption and can last 10-20 years.

They are used outdoors as security spotlights, inside paper lanterns at weddings, as Christmas lights, emergency lights, in kitchens as cove lights and several other… Read More

LED Light Bulbs for Home Use

LED Light Bulb for Home UseLED (Light Emitting Diode) bulbs are economical to operate and environmentally friendly. An LED bulb can replace an incandescent or a CFL bulb with a screw-in style base. These lights are more efficient than other types of lights and the bulbs can last to last 20 to 30 years depending on the type of use. Unlike CFL’s, they do not contain mercury and turning the lights on and off does not degrade their useful life. For home applications, LED’s can… Read More

Compact Fluorescent, Dimmable and Natural Bulbs

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Compact Fluorescent Bulb

A compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) is a florescent lamp that uses a curved tube to fit the space of an incandescent bulb, and has an electronic ballast at the base of the lamp.

Fluorescent light bulbs are more energy-efficient than incandescent bulbs because they use a different method to produce the light. An incandescent bulb heats a filament inside of it to produce the light, wasting energy in the process, and a CFL bulb has a… Read More