LED lights - LED lighting information

LED (light emitting diode) is a relatively new light source to the domestic market, which is growing in its applications almost daily. As a light source it is now comparable to an incandescent, is more efficient than a fluorescent and has the longest life span of any light source.

Type of light – a bright, clear, directional light. The beam size depends on the number of LED put together.
Lifespan – 50,000 hours (years)
Colour temperature – similar to tungsten at 2,000/3,000 degrees Kelvin

Advantages
&bull Long life span
&bull Very cost effective, low voltage and low energy consumption
&bull Low operating temperature
&bull Available in a wide range of colours
&bull Being used to develop innovative products

Disadvantages
&bull Most products don’t allow for an LED to be changed as they are wired into the circuitry
&bull Not good for projecting light a long distance
&bull Cannot be regularly dimmed, they require electronic circuitry built into the product.

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Information about the wide range of bulbs out there, including energy saving options.

choosing a light source	- information on the different light sources
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lighting regulations

Information about the legal requirements regarding lighting within your home.

bathroom zones	- diagram and explanation of bathroom lighting zones.
building regulations	- information on regulation for wiring your home and Part P
childrens lights	- information about the regulations affecting children's lights
IP numbers table	- details on what the different IP numbers mean.

lighting rooms

Guidance notes on what to consider when buying lights for a particular room in your home.

lighting a bathroom	- information about how to light a bathroom.
light for bedrooms	- information on how to light a bedroom.
children's rooms	- information about lighting a child's bedroom
dining room lighting	- how to light a dining room
hallways and stairs	- information about lighting your hallway & stairs
home offices	- information about what to look for in home office lighting
kitchen lighting	- information about lighting for your kitchen
living room lighting	- information about what to consider when choosing lights for your living room
outdoor lighting	- information about what to consider when selecting lights for outside