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Grey and white 'the kitchen colours of the moment'

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Individuals researching kitchen renovation projects that include upgrades such as track lighting may be interested to hear that greys and whites are very much in fashion at the moment. Read More...

Energy efficient home projects 'in fashion'

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Homeowners interested in adding low voltage lighting to their house may be interested to hear the opinion of one interior design expert who has claimed similar environmentally-friendly installations are a popular trend at the moment. Read More...

Vietnamese schoolchildren 'learning faster' with new lighting

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Pupils in Vietnam are enjoying the benefits of low voltage lighting after it was installed in their school. Read More...

Earth Hour 'hoping to raise awareness of energy efficiency'

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

People across the globe will switch their lights off this Saturday (March 26th) for Earth Hour in a bid to raise awareness of the benefits of environmentally-friendly solutions such as low voltage lighting. Read More...

Rugged LED lighting launched

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

LED lighting manufacturer RoadVision have released a new series of high-performance work lamps. Read More...

Low voltage lighting at abbey 'slashing bills'

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Low voltage lighting and LED lamps are helping to cut the energy bills of one of Torbay s oldest structures. Read More...

Oddly-shaped furnishings 'in vogue'

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Homeowners looking into revamping the wall lights in their property as part of a renovation project may be interested to hear that installing strangely-shaped items is a hot interior design trend at the moment. Read More...

LED lights set for US Navy ships

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Two US Navy destroyers have been fitted with LED lighting to improve their energy efficiency. Read More...

Energy efficiency 'should be a home improvement priority'

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Individuals looking to renovate their home must prioritise energy efficient improvements including low voltage lighting, it has been suggested. Read More...

Homeowners 'can take inspiration from TV'

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Taking inspiration from magazine and TV shows is a great idea when considering home improvement projects, it has been claimed, news which may interest people thinking of changing the bulbs and lamps in their home. Read More...

Recycling materials 'a key design trend'

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Those thinking of adding track lighting or wall lights to their home may be interested to hear the opinion of one expert, who has suggested more and more people are using recycled material for their interior design projects. Read More...

LED lighting 'therapeutic for brain injuries'

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Traumatic brain injuries can benefit from self-administered treatment which uses LED lighting, according to researchers. Read More...

Outdoor lighting to transform Sydney Opera House

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The iconic white sails of the Sydney Opera House may seem to many like the perfect canvas to draw on using outdoor lighting and modern projection equipment. Read More...

Low voltage lighting 'saves 37 per cent of power' at Dick Hannah

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Automotive outlet Dick Hannah Dealerships, based in Vancouver, Washington, is saving more than a third on its annual power consumption thanks to newly installed low voltage lighting. Read More...

Moon could outshine ceiling lights on March 19th

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Many people might be forgiven for thinking their ceiling lights have dimmed on March 19th, as the super moon phenomenon is due to see the Earth s own natural satellite blaze brightly in the night sky. Read More...

LED lighting 'gets better and better'

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Continuing efforts to improve LED lighting for domestic applications are helping to make luminaires based on the technology better and better, it is suggested. Read More...

Working bulbs and lamps 'a must for motorists in spring'

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Drivers should not allow themselves to become complacent about their car s bulbs and lamps as the days get longer, it has been warned. Read More...

Low voltage lighting 'could complement smart meter usage'

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Businesses planning to install smart meters may want to make sure they have low voltage lighting or other forms of eco-friendly illumination in place in order to maximise the benefits of the devices. Read More...

Ceiling lights 'turning bathrooms into real rooms'

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Bathrooms are becoming more fully fledged rooms thanks to finishing touches like lavish ceiling lights and bookcases, it has been suggested. Read More...

Outdoor lighting pays tribute to Scarborough lighthouse

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

After two centuries of guarding the shores of Yorkshire, Scarborough lighthouse recently became an icon of tourism as well as of maritime safety, thanks to new outdoor lighting installed in its surroundings. Read More...

Commercial ceiling lights 'to see new control methods'

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The coming five years could see more sophisticated control methods become commonplace for commercial ceiling lights, beyond the current on-off switch dominance, reports Pike Research. Read More...

Outdoor lighting upgrades close Stratford bridge

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A bridge in Stratford is to be closed to allow upgrades to its outdoor lighting to be carried out. Read More...

Outdoor lighting 'should be safely fixed'

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Simple preparation can make sure outdoor lighting does not present a hazard if it is strung across areas where people need to pass by, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) advises. Read More...

Outdoor lighting placed on Swindon security checklists

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Wiltshire Police has become the latest of the country s forces to urge homeowners to check their outdoor lighting is functional and is enhancing the security of their property. Read More...

LED lighting 'can highlight architectural features indoors'

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Installing LED lighting can help to pick out points of interest inside a home, according to lighting design specialist Kandabi. Read More...

Low voltage lighting could reclaim 'spare' energy

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Low voltage lighting could ultimately be created that does not need a battery or mains power supply, instead reclaiming energy from the environment that would otherwise be wasted. Read More...

LED lighting collaboration aims for L Prize

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Collaboration between two LED lighting manufacturers is part of the pair s attempt to win the Bright Tomorrow Lighting Prize, also known simply as the L Prize. Read More...

Miranda Kerr calls for ceiling lights to dim in Earth Hour

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

With Earth Hour approaching on March 26th at 20:30 local time, Miranda Kerr has become the latest face to sign up to the campaign and urge for ceiling lights worldwide to be switched off for 60 minutes. Read More...

LED lighting earns special rates in Vermont

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Green Mountain Power and Efficiency Vermont are encouraging outdoor lighting installations to be retrofitted with LED lighting by offering a special rate on the use of the technology. Read More...

Wall lights could replace windows for relaxing bedrooms

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

People who are used to positioning the head of their bed beneath the window in order to let light in for activities such as reading may be wiser to relocate their furniture and fit flush wall lights to achieve the same purpose. Read More...

LED lighting 'has a bright future'

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

LED lights are environmentally friendly and "the future of technology", an expert has suggested. Read More...

Brass wall lights add traditional touch to European Waterways barge

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The European Waterways barge La Belle Epoque is just one of the company s vessels to be given an upgrade, including brass wall lights as part of its traditional design. Read More...

Ceiling lights 'can avoid workplace mishaps'

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Simply having the right ceiling lights in place could help some organisations to take a step towards better workplace safety records. Read More...

New laws for ceiling lights 'have national impact'

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Laws on the types of bulbs that can be used in everyday ceiling lights can have an impact on energy consumption at a country-wide scale, it is claimed. Read More...

Outdoor lighting range extended at DW Windsor

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

DW Windsor, a specialist in outdoor lighting, has added to its Evora design range to cater for a broader array of installation environments. Read More...

LED lighting extrusions launched by Solid Apollo

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

LED lighting specialist Solid Apollo has introduced new aluminium extrusions in six different profiles. Read More...

Energy-efficient ceiling lights could have healthcare benefits

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

As ceiling lights become more energy efficient in the years to come, there could be knock-on health benefits for households. Read More...

Outdoor lighting could protect garden possessions

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

While the days are getting longer, outdoor lighting could still be one way to keep garden possessions safe through the darkest hours. Read More...

Self-controlled bulbs and lamps 'could extend battery lifespans'

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The lifespan of a battery on a single charge could be extended in consumer electronics devices using bulbs and lamps capable of switching themselves off, it is suggested. Read More...

Floor lights could be accommodated in 2011

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The likely trends in interior design for 2011 could come as good news for anyone hoping to install floor lights over the coming months. Read More...

Ceiling lights could help Brits spruce up for spring

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

New ceiling lights could help to overhaul interiors in time for the summer months, as part of the traditional early spring spruce-up of British homes. Read More...

LED lighting used in 'feel-good fridge-freezer'

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new fridge-freezer that promises a "good feeling every time you open the door" uses LED lighting in order to achieve the effect. Read More...

South Korea 'switching off outdoor lighting'

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

South Korea has ordered all unnecessary outdoor lighting switched off in an effort to counter rising energy costs. Read More...

LED lighting 'to become more popular than CFLs'

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

LED lighting solutions may become more popular with consumers seeking low-energy bulbs than compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) alternatives, it has been suggested. Read More...

'Essential' low voltage light bulbs are recycled

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

One authority has initiated a scheme to raise awareness of the importance of recycling low voltage lighting supplies. Read More...

'Layers of bulbs and lamps' the key to a striking space

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Layering ceiling lights and other lamps is the best way to illuminate a room while keeping a good sense of style, according to one expert. Read More...

LED lighting hits the limelight on Extreme Home Makeover

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ABC s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition show recently made use of LED lighting in order to overhaul a participant s property. Read More...

LED lighting 'will reap benefits in the long term'

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Householders have been urged to spend on LED lighting now, in the knowledge that they are likely to see a long-term return on their investment. Read More...

Office ceiling lights could offer route to increased earnings

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Businesses have again been reminded of the environmental, reputational and financial benefits that can arise from proper use of ceiling lights, electrical equipment and other fixtures and fittings. Read More...

Low voltage lighting could help meet Earth Hour aims

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

With Earth Hour approaching on March 26th, those hoping to join in the spirit of the event might want to consider investing in low voltage lighting. Read More...