What is LED?
LED stands for light-emitting diode, which is a semiconductor device that converts electricity into light energy. This technology was invented in 1962 by scientist Nick Holonyak. When the electrical current passes through, light is generated. LEDs are a type of Solid-State Lighting (SSL). The light emitted from the light source is measured in lumens; the higher the lumen number, the brighter the bulb. When you see Watts on a bulb, it’s telling you the energy required to illuminate it - the lower the wattage, the less energy it uses. The color temperature of LEDs is measured in degrees Kelvin, and most bulbs today are sold as warm white, cool White, or Daylight. Each has a different look and feel, so it’s up to you to choose! Some newer LED lights are considered Smart WiFi lights and can produce 16 million different colors. This gives you the capability of controlling these high-tech lights with your smartphone, Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to pick the temperature of lighting you prefer.
Why Should I Choose LED?
LEDs will last up to 12 years. Yes, you read that correctly, 12 years. Because of their low power consumption and limited heat, LEDs are rated for 100,000 hours of operation. That’s equal to 11.5 years of continuous use! Also, LEDs are environmentally friendly; LEDs contain no mercury or lead, they protect the environment from toxic waste disposal. With less energy used, carbon emissions are lower. Did we mention you’ll save money as well? LED light bulbs produce light up to 90% more efficiently than incandescent bulbs. You can check out our cost savings calculator to see how much money you can save by switching from your old-school incandescent bulbs to LEDs. The more incandescent bulbs you replace with LED products the more money you will save each year.
Where can I use LEDs?
Anywhere! LEDs can be used in homes, offices, vehicles, holiday lighting, outdoor fixtures, commercial buildings and more. In fact, LEDs are used in the backlighting of computer screens, TVs, smartphones and tablets. Without LEDs, you wouldn’t be reading this right now! We have a range of LED products to make sure you save energy & money while illuminating your home better than ever.