End of the 2027 tax relief scheme: why LED lighting now pays off more
On 1 January 2027, the net metering scheme will end in one go. Your solar panels will no longer pay for your evening lighting. What is changing, why lighting matters...
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R7s LED lamp: 78 or 118 mm, dimmable, and how to replace your halogen lamp
How to find the right R7s LED lamp: length 78 or 118 mm, thickness, watts and lumens, light colour and dimming. With a table to replace your halogen linear lamp.
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LED lighting maintenance: cleaning and tips for a long lifespan
How to maintain your LED lighting: clean it safely, prevent dust and moisture, check seals and spot problems in time.
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The future of LED technology: innovations you can already notice
Which LED innovations are coming? Smart lighting, tunable white light, even more efficient LED, circular design and what that means for you now.
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Sustainable LED lighting: is LED really the green choice?
Is LED sustainable? Lifespan, power consumption, no mercury, recycling and practical tips to make your lighting even greener.
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Placing LED spots: choosing recessed, surface-mounted and adjustable spots
How to choose and place LED spots: recessed, surface-mounted or adjustable spots, with tips on number, spacing, beam angle, light colour and IP rating.
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Dimmable LED lamps and LED dimmers: how to choose the right combination
Which dimmer suits dimmable LED lamps? Explanation of trailing-edge dimming, minimum load and flickering, plus tips for spots, strips and panels.
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Indirect lighting with LED strips: how to create atmosphere at home
How to create indirect lighting with LED strips: cove, skirting board, behind the TV and under cabinets, with tips on light colour, profile, power supply and dimming.
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Shed lighting: choosing LED lighting for your shed and workshop
How to light a shed or workshop with LED: how many lumens, which light colour, waterproof fittings and sensors, with a worked example.
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Desk lighting for working from home: LED panels for your home office
How to light your home office with LED: how many lumens, which light colour, glare-free LED panels and a desk lamp for comfortable home working.
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Basement Lighting: LED Lighting for Basements and Damp Rooms
How to light a basement or damp room with LED: IP rating, moisture-resistant fixtures, light colour, a sensor on the stairs and the number of lumens.
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Garage lighting: which IP rating do you need?
Find out which IP rating your garage lighting needs. From a dry garage to a damp workshop: here's how to choose the right protection against dust and moisture.
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Installing Outdoor Lighting: Wall Light, Floodlight, Garden and Carport
How to install LED outdoor lighting properly: a wall light by the front door, a floodlight for the driveway, carport and garden. With heights, lumens, IP ratings, cables and an...
