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What is an 'L E D' Light?

The L E D stands for Light Emitting Diode. A light-emitting diode is a small semiconductor device. It emits photons of light when electric current flows through it. LEDs are the light source inside the lamps you can buy from our online lighting store.

LED lights have many advantages over other lighting technologies, including:

• Higher energy efficiency ('lumens per watt'),
• Much longer lifetime,
• Switch on instantly at full brightness,
• Precise control and dimmable options available,
• Compact size, cooler operating temperature (reduced fire risk), and more.

LED lights are better than incandescent, halogen, fluorescent or HID lamps in almost every application.

What to Check When Buying an LED Light

Buying the right LED light can be a little overwhelming at first. But if you follow this short guide, you'll be on your way to getting the best lighting for your home or business.

1) Lighting Wattage & Brightness

In the old days, you could buy a '60 Watt' bulb from the lighting shop, and that was that. Things aren't so simple anymore because LED lights are advancing so quickly. In other words: the wattage of a light bulb or fitting is no longer an indicative guide to its brightness. So be sure to look out for the "equivalent wattage" or the actual light output (specified in lumens).

See also: our free online lighting calculators.

2) Light Bulb Shape & Base

No one wants to find out the light globe they bought is the wrong one and doesn't fit. Thankfully, all light bulbs have a code that describes their base and shape. So look out for names like MR16, E27, B22, T8, or PAR38 on your existing light bulbs. Or, check the spares cupboard, and you'll be most of the way to buying the correct product.

See also: choosing the right light bulb type.

3) Lighting Colour Temperature

Many people come unstuck here, but again it's pretty simple once you understand the jargon. In summary, there are:

Common Names	Colour Temperature Codes
Warm Glow or Candle Light	2200K, 2500K
Warm White, Bright Warm, or Soft White	2700K, 3000K, 3500K
Natural / Neutral White, Daylight, or Pure / Cool White	4000K, 5000K, 6500K

The terms are often mixed up, even by the same manufacturer! So don't get led astray when one company's 'cool white' is another's 'daylight'.

The safest thing to do is to look for the actual colour code (XXXXK). We specify this code on all our LED lighting product pages.

Find out more: Colour Temperature Explained

Can't decide? Try a colour-selectable LED light with in-built colour temperature switch. 

4) Dimmable Lights

If your lights use a dimmer, make sure you choose an LED that is 'dimmable.' These lights will typically work on your existing dimmers. In some cases, you may need to upgrade to an LED dimmer.

See also: all our Dimmable LED Lights & LED Dimmers

Why Buy LED Lights From Our Online Store?

Unlike other lighting stores, we don't stock dozens of different options for every type of lighting. Ever been to Bunnings or a lighting shop and felt overwhelmed by all the choices? We try and make things easier by only selling a limited number of LED lights in each category. We only sell quality products that are proven to reduce your lighting costs.

You can browse our LED lighting store and checkout online (no account needed). Here are a few more reasons why you can shop at our lighting store with confidence: 

• Quality lighting brands with a proven track record (see above).
• Three-year warranty on most LED light globes and fixtures (see warranty info).
• Quick and secure delivery of your lights (see delivery info).
• Bulk order lighting discounts for all customers and trades (see pricing info).

But don't just take our word for it: be sure to check out the customer reviews on our product pages.

Explore Our Store's Range of LED Lighting

We have sorted our range of LED lighting products into the following categories:

• LED Downlights - halogen globe replacements, complete fittings, and more.
• Light Bulbs & Globes - Edison Screw, Bayonet Cap, candles, spot lights, and much more.
• LED Filament Bulbs - warm, decorative, vintage-style lighting.
• LED 'Fluro' Tubes - to replace old T8 fluorescent tubes.
• Oyster Lights - surface mounted circular light fittings.
• LED Strip Lights - flexible strips for diffuse lighting effect.
• Batten Lights - often used in workshops, garages and car parks.
• Panel Lights - complete office ceiling light fittings. 
• High Bays - often found in warehouses, factories and sheds.
• Sensor Lights - ideal for any 24/7, security, or overnight lighting applications.
• Flood Lights - floodlights, sensor floods, and work lights.
• Street Lights - LED streetlights (mains and solar powered).
• Emergency Lighting - battery backup light fittings and EXIT signs.
• Outdoor Lights - light fittings rated for outdoor and garden usage.
• Dimmable Lights - light bulbs and fittings that are dimmable.
• Smart Lights - our collection of industry-leading Phillips Hue & Nanoleaf smart lights.
• Colour-Selectable - includes all bulbs and fittings with a 'tri-colour' switch or similar.
• Lighting Accessories - plug bases, dimmer switch, transformers, lux meter, and more.

The following link shows our entire store's lighting range: