LED Lights
LED lights can be used to replace almost every type of lighting these days. Whether you're looking for a spotlight bulb, another type of bulb or a tube, LED lights make an ideal replacement. That's because they're much more efficient than all other types of lighting, which means you can save up to 90% in energy costs! LED lights also have an extremely long lifespan compared to older lighting technologies. We've got a wide selection of LED lights (including dimmable ones) with lots of different specifications for you to choose from. Use the filters to help you find the right products quickly and easily.
LED lights can be used to replace almost every type of lighting these days. Whether you're looking for a spotlight bulb, another type of bulb or a tube, LED lights make an ideal replacement. That's because they're much more efficient than all other types of lighting, which means you can save up to 90% in energy costs! LED lights also have an extremely long lifespan compared to older lighting technologies. We've got a wide selection of LED lights (including dimmable ones) with lots of different specifications for you to choose from. Use the filters to help you find the right products quickly and easily.
How do LED lights work?
LED lights work with electric current going through a semiconductor material, which then emits light when electrons and holes come together within the semiconductor. This process is called electroluminescence.
What are the benefits of LED lighting?
There are many reasons why it pays to switch to LED lights. These are the most important benefits of LED bulbs:
- You will save up to 90% of energy.
- LEDs have a long lifespan.
- LED lighting reduces C02 emissions and is recyclable.
Are LED bulbs dimmable?
Yes, they are! Many of the LED bulbs in our assortment are dimmable - to view all of them click here. With some LED bulbs, you can dim not only the light intensity but also the colour temperature. These are marked with the term "Dim to Warm". They are ideally suited to variable usage areas where you want to create warm white atmospheric lighting on the one hand, and extra warm atmospheric lighting in the living room, kitchen or bedroom, for example, on the other.
Which LED bulbs are best?
The answer depends on where the LED lights will be used. For example, in a large room we would advise to choose light sources with a high light output (500 - 1000 lumens). For smaller rooms or rooms where atmosphere is especially important, a LED bulb with a lower number of lumens (from 200 lm) is sufficient.
Also colour temperature must be considered. The overview below summarizes the differences among colour temperatures and for which rooms they are particularly suitable:
- Extra warm white (2700 K): it can be seen as atmospheric light reminiscent of candlelight. This light colour is therefore mainly used in lounges, the hospitality industry or at home in the living room or bedroom.
- Warm white (3000 K): it is recommended when you want to create a relaxing atmosphere. This light colour is therefore perfect for restaurants, hotels, reception areas, foyers, dressing rooms and waiting rooms.
- Cool white (4000 K): it increases concentration and improves visual performance. This light colour is therefore perfect for offices, schools and other working environments such as hairdressing salons, warehouses, factories and showrooms.
- Daylight (6500 K): LED lighting in daylight also increases concentration and improves visual performance. It is therefore ideally suited to environments where detailed work is performed, such as hospitals and workshops.
Can I replace a conventional bulb for an LED light?
Absolutely! LED bulbs are the economical 1 to 1 replacement for conventional light bulbs, because they have the same fittings as incandescent bulbs. The most popular are the E27 and the E14 screw base. By purchasing an LED bulb, you can make substantial savings on your energy costs. In addition, an incandescent bulb lasts on average 1000 hours, while the same LED bulb lasts 15000 hours!
How do you install LED lights?
It depends on the light source itself and on its base. For examples E27 and E14 bulbs simply need to be screwed on the lamp support, while LED lights with a 2-pin base simply need to be inserted in the lamp. Finally, some LED lights such as LED tubes or GU10 bulbs need to be inserted in the support and then turned a quarter.