Downlights Direct Lighting Advice & News

  1. Downlight of the Month August 2013

    Downlight of the Month August 2013
    Launched in early 2013 the Elan has taken the downlight industry by storm. Using the latest COB (chip on board) technology it is brighter than any retrofit GU10 or MR16 LED currently available.
  2. Downlight Of The Month July 2013

    Downlight Of The Month July 2013
    The iCage is a British made fire rated downlight from Ansell Lighting that houses GU10 lamps as standard and the optional low voltage MR16 lamps, which is possible via swapping the lamp holder that’s included with the downlight.
  3. Downlight of the Month June 2013

    Downlight of the Month June 2013
    Now into its second generation and replacing the EvoLED and H2, the H2 Pro is brighter and more reliable. And is now available in a choice of two beam angles.
  4. What came first the LED Dimmer Switch or Dimmable LED's?

    What came first the LED Dimmer Switch or Dimmable LED's?
    The main reason that LED's flicker when dimming them is that the LED(s) and dimmer switch are not compatible. Dimmable LED's were only introduced to the World in 2009; the first one I know of was the Philips 7W GU10 LED. How did Philips create this without an LED dimmer switch? They must have tested it using conventional dimmer switches and done batch tests with many different brands and kept testing it until they got achieved smooth dimming results.
  5. Part L Compliance

    Part L Compliance
    Part L is a Building Regulation that relates to energy efficiency. Part L1 is for domestic use and Part L2 is for commercial use. Find out what it takes for you to comply with both.
  6. Mains Dimmable LED Drivers

    Mains Dimmable LED Drivers
    Mains dimmable, also known as TRIAC dimmable LED drivers are now available that allow you to dim lighting products like LED strip lights without the need for installing a special analogue 1-10V dimmer switch.
  7. LED Strip Lighting Design

    LED Strip Lighting Design
    As part of our LED Strip Fit brand we are able to design LED strip lighting to meet your exact needs. All we need is the dimensions or a drawing and we can supply you with an easy to follow wiring diagram. We can offer all the relevant LED drivers and controllers.
  8. Downlights Directs Reaches 9.4 Rating On Trust Pilot

    Downlights Directs Reaches 9.4 Rating On Trust Pilot
    Just wanted to say a big well done to the staff at www.DownlightsDirect.co.uk for achieving the 9.5 rating on Trust Pilot. Selling downlights and LEDs is not an easy task these days with so many variations and compatibility issues to consider.
  9. The LED Bubble is Bursting!

    The LED Bubble is Bursting!
    As LED prices continue to fall and as more retailers finally catch onto the craze – the future of LED is not bright, at least for the re-sellers! Prices are plummeting faster than expected and I believe many companies will soon go out of business as a result.
  10. Commercial Lighting Guide

    Commercial Lighting Guide
    LED lighting manufacturers are now focusing on the commercial lighting selector. Offering a variety of LED alternative to replace almost every fitting imaginable. But although LED is the latest in lighting technology it is not always the best option for your room or application.