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Leading lighting retailer urges homeowners to make the most of their homes amidst uncertain housing market

It's been almost three months since the Referendum and the country's historic decision to leave the European Union. Since then, the country has been in an unbalanced state, with many industries waiting with bathed breath about what the future would hold. And none more so than the pr

10th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Inventive New Ways to Light Your Garden

The summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn't mean your gardens can go unused and unloved. Creating a home from home outside can make your garden appealing and cosy, even as the darker nights and colder weather creeps in. And lights are the perfect, cozy addition to gardens during aut

10th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

BLT Direct highlight the importance of finishing touches as housing market slows

In the run up to the EU referendum fears were raised over the impact that the leave vote would have on matters such as the British economy, employment rates, trade, property prices and more. Almost three months after the Brexit vote was decided, we are now beginning to see the real consequences

6th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Quality lighting can be achieved in new builds with daylight light bulbs from BLT Direct

Plans to build 100 new flats in Slough were met with concern in August as it was revealed that the new properties were to be built with very limited natural lighting, with a ‘substantial' amount of apartments set to receive below the recommended amount of daylight.

4th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Can you get coloured flood lights?

4th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

What are discharge lamps? (metal halide, sodium, mercury)

4th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

What are PAR lamps used for? What sizes to PAR lamps come in?

4th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Where are R7s light bulbs used?

4th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Where are R80 light bulbs used?

4th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Ways to Make Your Home Feel Lighter

Although many of us wish to live in a home that is big, bright, light and airy, not all houses are naturally ‘sun traps'. Factors such as surrounding trees, the position of your property, lack of and poorly placed windows can mean that your house is constantly cast in the shadows, and

22nd September, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood