If you’re in the grocer or supermarket industry, you may have noticed a recent trend towards installing LED lights in refrigerated cases. But does switching to these lights really make a difference, and does it make sense for your business? We feel that, yes, in most cases it is worth it to swap out the … Read more
When installing LED lights and fixtures in your business or home, you may find yourself wondering if the parts are replaceable. In other words, can you simply swap out a bulb or other piece (like you’re used to doing with incandescents) and have the luminaire still function properly? In short, the answer is yes and … Read more
LED lights are becoming more and more popular in conventional lighting applications, such as in people’s homes and businesses. Some experts predict that by 2020 the LED market will be a $94 billion industry and account for 60% of the total lighting market. What’s causing this huge boost of interest in LEDs? Well, there are … Read more
Recessed or can lights are installed flush with the ceiling and are the ideal choice when you’re looking for understated or low-profile lighting. They work well in both commercial and residential applications and can be used as accent lights or for whole room illumination. In homes, they are commonly seen in kitchens, baths, basements, and … Read more
In our last post about what’s involved in a lighting retrofit, we briefly listed a few of the advantages of retrofitting. But, there are even more positive aspects to discuss. If you’re still on the fence in deciding if this project is right for you, consider this master list of lighting retrofit benefits. Decrease Energy … Read more
At construction and other work sites, a job well done is entirely dependent on being able to see properly. However, this can be a challenge when crews are working in dim conditions or through dark, nighttime hours. While portable, temporary lights can make operating in dark environments a non-issue, not all temporary lights are created … Read more
What Does a Typical Lighting Retrofit Include? With the recent advancements in lighting technology, you’ve undoubtedly heard or seen advertisements offering to retrofit your existing lamps or fixtures. Perhaps these ads have piqued your interest, but you’d like to know more about what this type of project entails. If so, keep reading to get a … Read more
When we envision how lighting will look in the future, images of sci-fi movies come to mind — where every car has its own heads-up display, walls and ceilings have seamless illumination, and TVs and even newspapers are fully lit while also being flexible enough to roll up and put in your pocket. If these … Read more
When it comes to illuminated signage for your business, you have three main choices: neon, fluorescent, or LED. Both neon and fluorescent signs have a long history and have proven themselves reliable, yet lately LEDs have gained attention for their colorful and creative displays. So, what type of sign should you choose? Well, although a … Read more
If you’ve compared different energy efficient light bulbs, you may have noticed some are identified as Energy Star products while others have the DLC label. Sometimes buyers get confused on what these two energy efficient groups are all about and why some lights have the stamp of approval from one group but seemingly not the … Read more
