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While there are many different light bulb fittings and bases, perhaps the most important difference is the voltage they operate at. You’ll find information on the voltage of each of the LED light bulbs in the detailed listings on the SimplyLED website. Mains voltage bulbs The mains electricity supply in the UK and Europe is 230V AC (Alternating Current). This powers the majority of lights in the home, and in commercial and public places. LED light bulbs work on low voltage DC (Direct Curre …

Remember the old glow in the dark stars that you used to blu-tac to your ceiling as a child? Or maybe your favourite night light you couldn’t sleep without? Well these may become a thing of the past for future generations thanks to new LED light up bedspreads and curtains. A French Firm has created a material that lights ups and glows in what is described as a “subtle and mysterious” effect. The fabric uses fiber-optics to carry the light through and has a battery operated LED …

Lumens, Candelas and Lux are measurements you may have seen on light bulb packaging or specifications, but what do they actually mean? How can understanding these help you choose the right bulb? Knowing what these measurements are can really help when choosing a bulb. By understanding what light you want from a bulb, you can make an informed decision when it comes to making your purchase. Lumens Lumens in its simplest form, is a measurement of how much light is created from a source. The higher …