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 | Steve EllwoodQualified as an Electrician, founder of BLT Direct |
How To Keep Safe If Streetlights Are Turned Off
Following government warnings that Britain may have to start turning streetlights off to pay for other government services, lighting experts BLT Direct have issued guidance to homeowners anxious to keep safe at night.
“The decision to turn off streetlights always impacts peopl
8th August, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
Lumens Vs Watts
Lumens are the new unit for measuring light bulbs. Measuring light output, lumens have replaced wattages on more eco-friendly light bulbs, like LEDs. Leaving many confused, we thought we'd help you out and put together a chart to help you compare ‘wattage' and ‘lumen'
14th July, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
The End Is Nigh For +++ Ratings As A-G Labels Return
If you remember when the country switched to the new and innovative energy label, then you'll be familiar with the hassle and confusion. And, if you're a fan of the old A-G system, then your luck is in, as A-G labels are set to return to our favourite appliances.
14th July, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
Wall Lights We Love
Your home is a reflection of you, from the pictures on the walls to the kind of bathroom mat you have. Now it's even easier to express your personality through your home, so we've collected some of the coolest and most unusual wall lights for your sanctuary.
13th July, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
How to Create a Warm Summer Glow with the Leading Online Lighting Expert
Now that summer has arrived, everyone wants to spend a little more time outside. The problem often comes when it gets dark and there isn't enough light to see by. BLT Direct, the UK's leading online lighting expert, has released a list of tips to help its customers create a glow for th
13th July, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
What Is A Reflector Light Bulb?
Reflector light bulbs are generally used in spotlight and flood applications. Coming in a number of sizes, brightness, and colour temperatures, they provide unrivalled light when needed the most.
6th July, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
The true impact of LED lightbulbs
LED lightbulbs are nothing new. Around for around a decade, they adorn homes and businesses around the first world. Standing for light-emitting diode, LEDs have been hailed as a saviour to the planet. Every single second of the day millions of lights brighten up towns and cities for their inhabita
30th June, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
BLT Direct Celebrates Retailer Lighting Creativity
In a world where lighting innovations are becoming more common, BLT Direct, one of the leading suppliers of lightbulbs and lighting accessories in the UK, has welcomed a supermarket's lighting creativity in a bid to boost sales. The Pilot in Globus supermarket chain in Germany has used
30th June, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
How to Give Summer Parties and BBQs the Wow Factor this Summer – On a Budget
Now that Brexit is on the horizon, Britons are being more careful with money than ever before. BLT Direct, the UK's leading online lighting retailer, has come up with ways for budget-conscious Brits to set up a traditional summer BBQ or garden party without breaking the bank.
27th June, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
5 Great Uses For Coloured Lightbulbs
Gone are the days of just using plain, old white light bulbs. Thanks to the innovation of Smart LED light bulbs, we now have the entire spectrum of colours at our fingertips. These nifty new devices give us the ability to illuminate our homes, businesses, and anywhere else, with whatever colour we
26th June, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
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