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Nowadays, it’s nigh-on impossible to buy a luminaire from the DIY sheds or a high-street retailer which doesn’t have a GU10 cap. 12v lamps seem to have had their day as far as the mass retailers are concerned. It isn’t difficult to match the light output of a 20W or 35W halogen GU10, so we have only tested LED lamps that claim equivalence to Read more...

Proper lighting in the home helps make a house a home as it enables you to perform tasks easily as well as making you feel safe. However lighting comes in various designs, shapes and sizes and depending on the room it will more than likely determine what type of light you go for. Here are some ideas to consider when planning your lighting needs for Read more...

MORE than 2,600 Bolton streetlights have been switched over to new low energy LED lighting. About 500 streets in Bolton now have the new lights. Work started in April and lighting is currently being replaced in the town centre, Westhoughton, Tonge and Heaton. The rollout will continue around the borough once these areas are complete. Read more...

A cave located beneath the surface of North Yorkshire is now glowing with the latest LED lighting system showing the limestone cavern in a new light. Ingleborough Cave, one of Britain's largest cave systems, was first discovered by the Victorian explorers in 1800s by candlelight. Over hundreds of millions of years, water has slowly sculptured Read more...

Downlights are the most popular type of lighting in the home today but if the lights are poorly installed they can cause horrific fires and this is one of the most common fires in the home over the past few years. Downlighters are known to be described as low voltage as they operate at a mains voltage of 230 volts or at 12 volts if they are Read more...

Electric showers are now a household staple, offering the luxury of hot water on demand without needing a separate hot water system. Unlike traditional gas showers, electric showers heat cold water instantly as it flows through the unit, ensuring a steamy shower every time. However, their power consumption is significant, making Read more...

The Institution of Engineering and Technology has urged all electrical professionals to ensure that they are familiar with the standards set out in the IET Wiring Regulations BS 7671:2008 incorporating Amendment 3:2015 The call comes as 01 July 2015 marks the date from which all new electrical installations must be designed to comply with the Read more...

Panasonic has been named as the first manufacturer that will launch Freeview’s new catch-up service known as “Freeview Play.” Panasonic have announced that they will make Freeview Play available in their new range throughout 2015, services such as ITV Player and BBC iPlayer will be included. Freeview Play combines catch-up TV, on-demand Read more...

The lighting market has gone through the roof since incandescent bulbs were taken off the market and replaced with energy saving bulbs. With many choices out there it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you, so we have compiled this guide to show you everything you need to know about LED bulbs. Step 1 Choose the right fitting With Read more...

Talk about shocking. Electricity bills are forecast to rocket 47% by 2020. So what are you going to do? Where better to start than by switching to LED lighting?  Smart retailers already are, say lighting specialists, though some are further ahead than others. It’s now common practice to specify LED for new stores, such are the savings. No Read more...