LED is fast becoming the new halogen and with their impressive credentials it’s not hard to see why. They’re a cost-effective lighting solutions for all environments from homes to businesses to street lighting, the world is slowly converting to the power of the light emitting diode (LED).
The main feature which converts most people over to LED lighting is its energy efficiency, using up to 90% less power than a standard halogen. With lighting the second largest contributor to a household’s electricity bill, switching could reduce this bill by up to 25%. Not only is LED lighting energy efficient, but bulbs have a lifespan of 25000 hours, 10 times that of a regular halogen, which equates to a lot less calls to maintenance.
The bulbs themselves are also environmentally friendly, contain no harmful chemicals and can, on the most part, be recycled. They also produce minimal heat reducing the need for such strong air conditioning in highly lit environments. With technology ever advancing, the future of LED’s is bright with many styles and designs being released week by week, making retrofitting a viable option in most cases and a like for like match even easier. Switching to LED lighting has never been more attractive bringing benefits to both your wallet and the environment.


Our lighting engineers specialise in converting retail spaces lit by the traditional halogen lamp into LED lighting driven environments. Opulous’ history and experience with various electrical wholesalers and suppliers give us the edge and knowledge of the latest products. With new lamps coming into the market every day, our team will ensure a smooth transition for your upgrade, with the only noticeable difference showing on the electricity bill.
If your store or house could benefit with a lighting upgrade please contact our team for a site survey. For additional information on LED lighting check out our blog.