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Steve EllwoodQualified as an Electrician, founder of BLT Direct |
Enhancing colour, décor, creating atmosphere and accenting focal points, the right lighting can make or break a room when it comes to interior design.
There are four types of basic lighting that you will use in and around the home. And when used correctly, they will bring you
30th March, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
The light bulb is an essential part of everyday life and we come into contact with these devices daily, but many are not as clued up about this essential form of illumination as they may think!
Reckon you know your GU10 LED bulbs from your LED candle bulbs? Take our quiz and find ou
30th March, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
UK supplier of premium lighting solutions, BLT Direct, is highlighting the versatility of spotlights, hailing them the “right choice for any setting.” While other light bulbs such as LED strip lights or multi coloured flood lights have very niche purposes, investing heavily in spotligh
30th March, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
LED light bulbs, one of the most energy-efficient lighting solutions, have transformed the lighting sector dramatically since they first entered the commercial domestic lighting market. As traditional solutions such as halogen and incandescent light bulbs are being phased out across Europe, the wo
28th March, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
Hands up if you've read about LED floodlights recently. There's no denying that they're all over the news at the moment – but why have they become such a phenomenon? Once upon a time, unless you worked in the lighting industry, or you used floodlights in your personal
9th March, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
Last year, the term ‘smart home' became common spread but in 2017 this has already gained more traction with the release of Amazon Echo and Google Home being welcomed by consumers. As the smart home becomes a reality for many more homeowners, leading lighting retailer, BLT Direct discu
1st March, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
Who doesn't love a candle in the home? Candles really bring living spaces to life with their gentle, warm glows – particularly during these cold, dark nights. But if you're not a fan of naked flames, or simply want something that you won't have to replace every few weeks, w
1st March, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
When used in a business context outdoor lighting has two purposes. It is practical, ensuring that activities can take place in outdoors environments while also being decorative, helping to create a warming, welcoming atmosphere. While traditionally, outdoor lighting was dominated by conventional l
28th February, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
BLT Direct, one of the UK's leading online suppliers of LED light bulbs and lighting accessories, had one its most energy-efficient years to date in 2016, boasting incredible sales of almost 55,000 LED lightbulbs over the course of the year.
23rd February, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood
Not every purchase is as thrilling as those new trainers or the latest mobile phone to hit the market. However, there are many things in life that must be acquired in order to live, no matter how tedious the process may be. One of these items is the light bulb, listed as no.2 in a recent ‘To
22nd February, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood