Solar Lighting From BLT Direct

Harnessing the power of the sun to power light fittings is no new phenomenon, but in recent years it has become increasingly easy to implement such measures in the domestic environment. With no harmful emissions, lower running costs and the simple installation required, it is difficult to see why more people aren’t buying into solar energy as a lighting method. BLT Direct, a UK provider of energy saving light bulbs, lighting solutions and fixtures, have an extensive selection of solar light fittings at prices to suit any budget.

For a simple, portable solar light, the Solar PIR 36 LED Porch Light is an ideal starting point. When fully charged, this super-bright light will illuminate for up to eight hours and is simple and easy to install without the help of an electrician. The light will switch on for thirty seconds upon the detection of movement, and the detection range is between 2m and 6.5m. There is 4.8m of cable between the solar panel and the actual light, meaning the panel can easily be placed somewhere where it harness the highest amount of solar energy. This budget-friendly solar panel porch light is available from BLT priced at just £21.43.

BLT also provides solar ground lights in a variety of stylish designs. The Solar Driveway Light (with 6x LED bulbs) is so robust that driving over it multiple times with a fully loaded transit van didn’t even manage to produce a single scratch. Available in blue, white and amber to suit the ambience of any garden, the automatically charges by day and turns on at dusk; just one day’s worth of charging results in 53 hours of illumination, making this driveway light one of the most energy-efficient around. Priced at just £24.92, introducing solar energy to a driveway is easier and cheaper than ever.

For decorative purpose, BLT also has a selection of solar fairy lights which give a stylish and contemporary edge to any garden or outdoor area. The Everbright Solar Powered Fairy Lights are perfect when putting the finishing touches to an outside environment and, without the fuss of plugging wires into the mains, they are versatile and appropriate for an area which might see a lot of foot traffic. The lights are just as bright as lights powered by electricity, paired with simple and easy installation as well as 100% reduction of electricity usage. At just £21.43, these twinkling fairy lights will light up any garden for a low price.

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Long-Lasting Lighting Solutions from BLT Direct

An extraordinary light bulb in Livermore, California has purportedly been continuously glowing for more than 110 years. The hand-made bulb was created in 1897 and was given to the local fire station by a businessman four years later in 1901. Only when Livermore was subject to a power cut has the bulb been dimmed, as well as the fire service’s 1976 move to a new building. The bulb’s low-wattage is believed to have contributed to the incredibly long life span, but nobody can quite explain how the century-old bulb has lasted quite so long.

Whilst BLT Direct, a UK provider of light bulbs and lighting solutions, cannot guarantee that any of their products will see out the century without breaking a sweat, they certainly have a fantastic range of energy-saving light bulbs that can last a lifetime. With GU10, GLS, LED lights and other more obscure types of bulb all available from BLT, there is a lighting solution for every purpose.

The low-energy GU10 bulbs are considered to be a direct substitute for the recently outlawed halogen bulbs traditionally used by many. With integrated cooling-tube technology, a high light efficiency is maintained throughout the lamp life, which can reach up to 14 years when used for 10 hours a day. BLT Direct has a great selection of these cost-effective and environmentally-friendly bulbs, from 7-watt (equivalent to 40-watt) right up to 13/14-watt (equivalent to 75-watt), and the bulbs come in a variety of colour temperatures to enhance any environment.

The LED versions of these bulbs have an even longer life span, with the LED GU10 Cluster 1.8-Watt boasting a reputed lamp life of 30,000 hours. Not only do these bulbs last longer, they also manage to save electricity along the way; for just one of these bulbs, the average saving in electricity bills over its entire life will equate to around £65. Available in a flattering warm-white shade and with an energy-efficiency rating of ‘A’, these bulbs are a worthy investment in the search for a long-lasting lighting solution.

GLS bulbs are also a popular alternative when searching for long-lasting illumination, and with estimated lifetime savings hitting highs of £76.80, they are surely the best value for money. The Energy Saving GLS 20-Watt light bulbs have a bayonet base, which fits thousands of existing fittings, and they greatly reduce useless heat and UV output in favour of more energy-efficiency. Using the latest breakthroughs in light output and colour rending, the bulbs ensure not only long life, but great brightness and luminosity.

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BLT Direct Adds To Special Offers On Range of Light Bulbs

BLT Direct, one of the UK’s foremost lighting solution specialists, have listened to customer feedback and updated their special offers to include some of the products customers find to be most useful. The search for the perfect lighting fixture or energy saving bulb is now even easier, with everything from fluorescent tube lights to the latest in energy-saving bulb technology all on offer throughout February at BLT.

The ever-popular GLS 100 watt Pearl light bulb is the traditional benchmark for the standard light bulb and is the model which most customers will be familiar with. Contrary to popular myth perpetuated in newspapers, these bulbs are not yet ‘banned’. However, production of these bulbs has halted and the traditional incandescent bulbs are due to be outlawed and banned from being imported in September 2012, meaning that those who feel most comfortable with this recognisable type of bulb will need to stock up now. The bayonet cap fits many existing light fittings and fixtures and the average lamp life is a generous 1,000 hours. The bulbs are available on special offer from BLT Direct in boxes of 10 (in addition to the 60-watt alternatives), priced at just £10.49.

For those looking to comply with the incoming laws, BLT also has a solution in their special offers section: the Energy Saving GU10 bulbs. These newer models fit any existing GU10 light fitting with a retractable back and, unlike their more conventional counterparts they give off significantly less wasteful heat energy. Not only are the bulbs more energy-efficient, they are cost-efficient too; good news for everyone affected by the recession. The bulbs are high-power, low-energy and help to potentially save hundreds of pounds in electricity bills. One bulb alone saves the customer approximately £56.40 over the course of its lifespan and with boxes of 10 available from BLT priced at £44.99, the prospective savings are sky-high.

BLT doesn’t only deal in traditionally-shaped light bulbs, but also supplies fluorescent tube lighting used for under-cupboard lighting purposes. A pack of 3 13 Watt Fluorescent Smilight Tubes currently costs just £14.93 from BLT’s special offers section, with free shipping available (should the entire order exceed £40). The warm white tube lights have G5 caps and 2 pins at each end; the perfect fit for many existing under-cupboard lighting fixtures in kitchens. Average lifespan of these tubes is 10,000 hours each, meaning that if the lights were left on at all hours of the day and night, the lifespan would still vastly exceed an entire year.

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Commercial Lighting From BLT Direct

BLT Direct has made its name providing first-class lighting solutions that are suitable for any situation, with many people turning to the company to stock up on energy-saving bulbs or domestic light fittings. However, BLT Direct also have a wide range of commercial and specialist lighting which can be perfect for businesses and companies looking to start up or to revamp their working space.

For salon owners or simply those who like to maintain a tan in the comfort of their own home, BLT stocks a large selection of Sunbed Fluorescent Tubes. Both UVA and RUVA tubes are available, with the RUVA tubes used for the top half of the sunbed and the UVA tubes used for the bottom. The RUVA tubes have an internal reflective coating for a more intense output of UV. The tubes generally have a lifespan of between 800 and 1000 hours, although this varies from lamp to lamp. BLT only stocks the most reputable brands, with CLEO Swift, Philips BodyTone tubes and even some of CLEO’s facial HPA lamps available to purchase. Each variation of lamp offers a different style of tan, with some paying attention to pigment colour and others focusing more on speed. For a basic Philips BodyTone sunbed tube, prices start on BLT at just £9.79 per tube.

All commercial spaces need safety precautions such as Emergency Exit Signs and BLT has a very extensive range to choose from. Budget 8-watt exit signs are available for just £40.64, with the legend sets available separately to specify the direction of the exit. For a quality, hardwearing chrome or brass hanging sign, the prices start at £178.48 with an 8-watt T5 fluorescent tube included. Also available are emergency luminaires, which are a compulsory requirement in places of work or communal areas. The maintained or non-maintained luminaires available from BLT are suitable for indoor or outdoor use and can be mounted on ceilings or walls.

A useful unit in working environments that have a kitchen are the Insect-O-Cutor Units or stainless glue board units. BLT has many ranges of fly-killing units; the Stainless and White ranges are ideal for larger places of work such as abattoirs or breweries, with the accompanying Select and Industrial ranges more suitable for smaller kitchens and retail units. The Focus F2 unit covers up to 90 square metres and is available for just £99.83, whereas the Industrial IND61 can cover up to 500 square metres and is priced at £680.36; there is a unit for every purpose or workplace.

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