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Houseplants bring life, colour, and a sense of tranquillity to our homes. They purify the air, boost our mood, and can even increase productivity. If you're a plant enthusiast, you understand the importance of lighting for houseplants. A critical factor in plant care is ensuring they receive adequate light, which is essential for photosynthesis and overall health. While natural sunlight is ideal, it isn't always accessible, especially in urban living spaces or during certain times of the year. T …

Osram has recently fitted the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel with a new LED-based lighting solution. Osram has now signed a multi-year framework collaboration with the Vatican museums. The new lighting for the Sistine Chapel consists of around 7,000 LED light bulbs. The artwork is now seen more clearly as the new bulbs are 50 to 100 lux as opposed to the original 5 to 10. Even though the new lamps are brighter they will reduce power consumption by 60%. The re-fitting of the lights in the Si …

Have you ever been enjoying the evening just to be blinded by your neighbour's overly bright porch light? If so, you're not alone. This is referred to as light trespass, a form of light pollution disrupting sleep patterns and the natural evening illumination. It's important to consider light trespass prevention when implementing outdoor lighting. This will help you reduce light pollution and generally disrupt your neighbours. Unwanted artificial light in our personal space isn't just a nuisance. …