Ensure Minimal Energy Bills This Quarter With BLT Direct

The evenings have been growing steadily lighter for the past few weeks and with the clocks going forwards this weekend, the UK will now be in daylight for much longer. It’s good news for those trying to cut down their energy bills, which will have been sky high throughout the long, dark winter. Lights will not be needed now until much later on at night, but there is a way to ensure that when the lights are turned on, they consume next to no energy at all. With technology moving at light speed, energy-saving light bulbs are more efficient than ever, providing warm white light for just a fraction of the cost and using a fraction of the energy. BLT Direct are a premier supplier of lighting solutions, including the very latest energy saving light bulbs, to help tighten up that energy budget even further over the spring and summer months.

Energy Saving GU10 Light Bulbs are now commonly considered to be a direct alternative to the high-energy halogen bulbs which are slowly being outlawed. The bulbs have a base which will fit any existing GU10 fitting, and they are available to buy in a wide range of colours and wattages. It’s been predicted that these super-efficient bulbs can create energy savings of up to 80%, with the standard saving of an 11-watt GU10 bulb standing at £58.50 over the course of its life span. Worries that these energy-saving bulbs are not as bright as traditional halogen bulbs are completely unfounded; the newest technology ensures that these bulbs are highly luminous and at just £3.99 per bulb or £34.99 for a box of ten, they are one of the best solutions for cutting down electricity bills whilst never compromising on quality.

BLT Direct also has a great range of Energy Saving GLS Bulbs, which come with the traditional Edison Screw Caps or the Bayonet Caps. These bases fit the vast majority of existing light fixtures and fittings, so converting to energy-efficient models needn’t be a daunting task. With the production of standard incandescent bulbs slowly being brought to a halt, now may be the ideal time to stock up on their environmentally friendly counterparts. A standard energy saving 11-watt GLS bulb gives a fantastic 70% reduction in wasteful heat output, an 80% reduction in energy consumption and an incredible 90% decrease in UV output. These bulbs are available in three colour temperatures (very warm white, cool white and daylight), and prices start at £4.99.

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Add Value To A Property With Environmentally-Friendly LEDs

Interior designer Danielle Proud has affirmed her opinion that making a home more environmentally friendly through the use of low-energy LED lights can add value to a property. "To make your home more environmentally friendly you can do things like increase the insulation. I would say update all your light fittings to the new LED ranges,” she says. Using LED lighting is now a requirement in building regulations anyway, and with prospective property buyers more interested than ever in the ‘green’ credentials of a house, getting the lighting arrangement right is vital.

For those looking to spruce up their property before they put it on the market, BLT Direct has a great selection of LED lights and the newest technology in energy-saving lighting solutions. Their experience as leading online suppliers and their catalogue of over 10,000 light bulb products make them among the very best in the business and anyone looking to purchase new light bulbs, fixtures or fittings need look no further.

One of the biggest myths about LED lighting is that it provides a stark white light, which some consider to be unappealing. BLT Direct can easily dispel this myth with their LED GU10 5-Watt Warm White Bulb, which provides cosy and inviting illumination for any room. The GU10 range is considered to be a direct alternative to the high energy consuming halogen bulbs which are slowly being outlawed. Over the course of its considerable lifespan (up to 30,000 hours) these bulbs are predicted to save around £162.00 in energy bills, based on standard electricity prices. Considering these bulbs are priced at just £10.99 from BLT Direct, there are huge savings to be made for those willing to convert to LEDs.

Mood lighting using LED lighting can also make a world of difference to any room or living space, highlighting focal points of the room and adding an air of sophistication. The LED PAR Lamps available from BLT Direct are ideal for this purpose; their 50,000 hour lifespan means they can be used in hard-to-reach places without the fear of having to constantly change the bulb, and they are available in a range of colours to create many different moods and atmospheres. Cool blue LED PAR lamps can create a relaxing and calm environment in a bathroom or spa, while warmer oranges and reds are more suitable for lounges and living spaces.

Dimmable LED Light Bulbs are also a great way of adding not only value to a property, but also style. Available in a range of shapes and with many popular bases available so that existing fixtures need not be altered, these dimmable bulbs are a great way to create ambience and to save energy. Why use a bulb at full brightness when using a dimmer can result in energy savings of up to 80%? A standard GU10 LED Dimmer Bulb starts at just £19.99 from BLT Direct, but its environmental credentials can add a substantial amount more to the value of a property.

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Coloured Light Bulbs For Any Setting

It is that time of year when homeowners up and down the country decide to spruce up their living space, whether through a traditional spring clean or through a few new interior finishing touches. Mood lighting is a great way to revamp a home and give a room a whole new atmosphere, and coloured light bulbs can contribute greatly to this. Cosy, inviting rooms such as the living room or bedroom would benefit from warm red or orange lights, whilst relaxing spaces such as a bathroom might acquire a heightened level of calm with the addition of some cool blue bulbs. BLT Direct is a UK provider of lighting solutions for all commercial and domestic uses, and has a huge selection of coloured light bulbs to choose from for those wishing to give their home a face-lift this Spring.

Incandescent bulbs are inexpensive and easy to acquire from BLT Direct, despite the fact that some wattages have been outlawed and are no longer manufactured. The coloured versions of these bulbs come in a huge range of styles and wattages, with colours for every occasion or atmosphere. The popular Edison Screw Cap (ES) and the Bayonet Cap (BC) are both available, meaning that these bulbs will fit practically every existing fitting or fixture, with no need for the customer to purchase a whole new appliance. The Coloured Incandescent Light Bulbs have a life span of approximately 1,000 hours, making them a cheap and simple way to update a living space or provide some accent lighting in a commercial setting.

Energy saving is high on everybody’s agenda right now, so BLT Direct’s range of Energy Saving Coloured Light Bulbs are a must. The bulbs are available in standard blue, green, yellow and red, and each bulb is estimated to save customers £49.20 over the course of its 5,000 hour life span. With both Bayonet Caps and Edison Screw Caps to choose from, the bulbs are ideal for seasonal displays and atmosphere lighting.

LEDs are much more powerful than standard halogen or incandescent bulbs, whilst also consuming much less energy. The super-efficient Coloured LED Bulbs available from BLT Direct are made up of a cluster of LEDs and are available in 10 different colours as well as a colour changing option for a more versatile display. Lasting for up to 50,000 hours, these environmentally-friendly bulbs are estimated to save customers £109.20 worth of energy consumption over the course of their life, and are perfect for placing a hard to reach place where a bulb won’t need to be changed or adjusted.

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