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Things to keep in mind while looking for LED lights

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Things to keep in mind while looking for LED lights

LED technology came to replace our thoughts and practices of using conventional lighting in our houses and offices. Many new homeowners are switching to LED Strips and LED panel lights to illuminate the house and make the appearance of the interior appealing to visitors. LED lights are energy-efficient and have a lifespan of as long as 20 years. Unlike CFL bulbs, LED lights give you a variety of options. You can choose from the intense lighting to the warmer colours of light depending upon the space you are looking forward to installing these LEDs in. The prices of LED lights are no doubt high, but they are more economical than regular incandescent light bulbs. Here are a few tips to keep in mind while looking for LED lights:

 

  • Look for lumen and not watts: A good LED light is spotted by the lumen value mentioned. Watts are for incandescent bulbs. We know from generations that ideal incandescent bulbs are between 60 to 100 watts. But for LEDs, many are unaware that they are supposed to look for the lumen to check the extent of brightness. For example, the light emitted from a 60-watt bulb is equivalent to an 800 lumen LED. Always check the guide before purchasing the lights.

 

  • Look for the right shape: One advantage of switching to LED is that they come in various shapes and sizes. LED strips and LED Panel Lights are another example of the best LED lighting available out there that give your home and offices an aesthetic look. Apart from these, there are spiral bulbs, golf ball-sized LED lights, candle-shaped lights and many more. One most extensively used LED light bulbs is MR16 which is a small size cone-shaped bulb.  A large clear bulb will fill your entire room with light adding beauty to the interiors. At the same time, a small pear coloured light bulb is best for table lamps. Choose wisely from the options available.

 

  • Use where required: Even though LED lights are appealing and may save some extra energy, they are expensive when bought. Make sure space for which you are purchasing these lights is not hidden. LEDs are supposed to be purchased for a visible place to people and a place that has a purpose for use. LEDs are used for giving an aesthetic look to the room. The investment in these light bulbs may be high, but the returns are always promising when used wisely.

 

Pointers differentiating between LEDs and incandescent bulbs

 

  • Incandescent bulbs in many places cost four times more than a medium-sized LED light.
  • Using LEDs can cut around 75 to 8% of energy costs previously used by incandescent bulbs.
  • The lifespan of incandescent bulbs is around 1000 hours, and that of LED bulbs is around 25000 hours

 

There are many options available in the market. Make your choice wisely. First, understand the need of the place you wish to install lights in and then proceed accordingly. The shape, size, and lumen capacity of a led bulb are important aspects that one needs to keep in mind before purchasing these LED lights.

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