How Much Should you Pay for a Downlight?
If you choose the budget option of £5-£20, you will most likely get a light that is of poor build quality, with a short life, and no dimming capability or...
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Different Ways of Dimming LED Lights
The option to have brighter lights for the day and a softer glow during the evenings is a benefit, allowing you to enjoy the space in different ways and for...
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Plaster in light fittings – what are they?
Plaster in fittings are light fittings that have no visible edge to them, giving them a seamless finish in ceilings and walls. The name ‘plaster in’ comes from the fact...
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Lighting design vs lighting supply
A lighting designer is similar to the architect’s or interior designer’s role within the project, in creating a beautiful space for the client. To ensure this is carried out correctly...
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Do my lights need to be IP rated?
IP stands for ingress protection, and this rating is a measure of how protected a fitting will be from solid and water penetration. IP ratings have two numbers, with the...
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Are fire hoods a practical solution?
You can find out more about this in our article do you need a fire-rated fitting? Fire hoods can be a good retrofit option for non-fire rated fittings. This means...
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What is the difference between series and parallel wiring in lights?
It is very important that you know which method your LED fittings use before any cables are run, so the electrician can install them correctly. This is, however, only relevant...
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Ensuring you have the correct driver for the lights
There are a number of different outputs and matching these to the light fitting is essential. There are two types of output for drivers; constant current and constant voltage. You...
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