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Your guide to classy Christmas lighting outdoors

Your guide to classy Christmas lighting outdoors

With summer officially over and even Halloween and bonfire night now out of the way, all that's left now is the ‘big one'. The lead up to Christmas wouldn't be the same without the festoons of lights and impressive displays seen everywhere from the high street to suburba

8th November, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood


Choosing The Right Lightbulb for Each Room

Choosing The Right Lightbulb for Each Room

When it comes to lightbulbs, there's a lot more than meets the eye. It's not simply a case of nipping to the shop and buying the first bulb you find. There's all sorts of things to consider; is it a bayonet or screw fitting for instance? Do you want an LED bulb or incandescent

14th October, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood


Inventive New Ways to Light Your Garden

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


Ways to Make Your Home Feel Lighter

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


Lighting Predictions for 2016

Lighting Predictions for 2016

We may be over half way through the year but interior design and lighting innovation is constantly evolving. Here are our predictions for which trends will be taking over people's homes and being developed in labs in the latter part of this year…

30th August, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood


Could You Illuminate Your Home with SAD Lighting?

Could You Illuminate Your Home with SAD Lighting?

Seasonal Affective Disorder, commonly referred to as SAD, is a type of depression influenced by the seasons. The condition is on the increase in Britain due to our change in lifestyle in the last 100 years. These days, far less people work in the great outdoors, and far more work inside. This mean

26th August, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood


Three LED Myths Debunked

Three LED Myths Debunked

Switching to energy efficient bulbs is something homeowners throughout the UK are doing. The savings alone are reason enough to change, but some are refusing to make the switch. Most of these people argue that LED lighting is dangerous and damages our health. However like any new technology, myths

25th August, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood


Indoor Farming With LED Lights

Indoor Farming With LED Lights

Growing your own fruits and vegetables has been a human tradition for millennia but modern self-sustainers are no longer using sunlight and soil to grow their crops. More and more growers are using LED lighting to emulate the sun and grow crops at home. This isn't done just because technolog

18th August, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood


LED carpet can light up any room

LED carpet can light up any room

When you think of adding some extra light to a room or updating current fixtures you'll probably think of ceiling lights, wall lights or perhaps a lamp. But a rug that doubles as a light is unlikely to pop into your mind although an innovative design could see it becoming a more popular opti

11th August, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood


12 Awesome Uses For String Lights

12 Awesome Uses For String Lights

String lights are versatile and can be used to brighten up any space and add to a relaxing and inviting atmosphere. Whether you plan to use these ideas every day in your home or for a special occasion these creative uses for string lights are simple but effective.

10th August, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood