Home Decor Projects

LED lights have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their energy efficiency, long lifespan, and versatility.

They can be used to create stunning lighting effects on walls, ceilings, and even furniture. 

However, removing LED strip lights from walls can be a challenging task, especially if they have been installed with strong adhesives or clips.

In this blog post, we will provide some tips on how to get LED lights off the wall without damaging the surface.

Edison bulbs, also known as vintage bulbs or filament bulbs, have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their unique, nostalgic look.

These gorgeous lights are designed to mimic the look of the original filament bulbs first used in the 1800s, and they have a distinctive amber glow – an amber glow that is both warm and inviting at the same time (if you can’t tell, I’m a fan!).

However, one question that many people have about Edison bulbs is: are they bright enough to light up a kitchen? It’s all well and good that they look nice, but are they sufficiently bright to light up a kitchen?

In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at Edison bulbs – what they are, how bright they are compared to traditional light bulbs, and then we’ll look at whether or not they are a good choice for lighting your kitchen.

Let’s dive in!

Solar-powered lights have become increasingly popular due to how cost-effective and eco-friendly they are.

These lights rely on solar energy to charge their batteries during the day, which they then use to power the lights during the night. Pretty simple.

However, one common question people have about solar lights is: can they be charged indoors?

Let’s take a look.

First, it's important to understand what color temperature means. Put simply, color temperature refers to the perceived coolness or warmth of the light.

Have you ever noticed that medical rooms have very cold, white lights? That’s because the light used is a cool light, meaning it appears very white and is often described as a clean, very formal/clinical light.

LED strip lights are an extremely popular lighting option for pretty much any application in your home.

From the living room, to the bedroom, and even to the bathroom, LED lights can have a huge effect on the look and feel of a room. You can read all about the best places to put LED lights in each room in our article here.

But can you put LED strip lights outdoors?

Let’s have a look.

We’ve often get sent questions by our readers, but one has come up time and time again and seems to be puzzling many - why don’t hotels have lights in the ceiling?

It’s something you don’t notice, but as soon as it’s pointed out to you it’s hard not to notice - where are all the overhead lights?

In this article, we look at the three main reasons behind this weird phenomenon, as well as explore the benefits it brings to both the hotels and you as the guest.

Let’s take a look.

Do you live in rented accommodation and aren’t allowed to freely re-wire your lights? Or maybe you just don’t want to mess around re-wiring your whole house just to install your new wall sconce. 

Well you’re in luck. Today we’re going to go through how to install wall lights without wiring, giving you an easy way to install your perfect light.

And the key is puck lights.

LED puck lights are a great way to light your home quickly, easily, cheaply, and with the added benefit of being able to control it remotely with a remote control or your smartphone.

But what are they? Are they a good option for lighting your home? And where can I use them?

Let’s take a look.

If you’re considering buying some exciting new pendant lights for your kitchen, you may be wondering what the ideal size should be based on your kitchen and kitchen island size.

With so many different sizes and styles available, it can be difficult to know which one is the right fit for your space.

In this blog post, we will take a look at what size pendant lights should be for your size kitchen island, as well as suggesting a few other things to consider when buying pendant lights for your kitchen.

Let’s dive in!

Pendant lights are a great way to add a new design feature to any room in your home, and can make a great addition to bedrooms, living rooms, and lounges alike. They can even be paired with a larger light fixture like a chandelier, complimenting one another to create a beautiful lighting effect.

Plug-in pendant lights in particular are an incredibly convenient option for those who want to avoid the hassle of wiring in a new light fixture – the work that comes by default with non-plug-in lights.

In this blog post, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of hanging a plug-in pendant light, and then also discuss some of the key benefits of why this type of light is such a good option to consider.

So, let's get started!

Full spectrum LED grow lights are a type of LED light that emit a wide range of wavelengths of light - the idea is to mimic the natural spectrum of light that plants would receive from the sun, should they be growing outside. 

These lights typically emit a combination of red, blue, white, as well as infrared and ultraviolet (UV) light, however the specific combination of wavelengths can vary depending on the manufacturer and whether or not the grow light has been adapted to a certain type of plant.

As a grower, you may have heard that LED grow lights can be dangerous for your eyes.

With the rise of LED technology and their use in indoor growing gardens, it's incredibly important you understand the potential risks of working with these types of lights, as well as what precautions you can take.

Let’s take a look.