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Steve Ellwood

Qualified as an Electrician, founder of BLT Direct

BLT Direct Highlights The Lighting Trends To Look Out For In 2017

Like fashion, the world of interiors is part of a trend-led wheel that is constantly turning, with each New Year bringing subtle changes to the aesthetic preferences and behaviour of the market. Lighting is a large and integral part of the interior design industry, adding the finishing touch to an

5th January, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood

Where Can I Use A GU10 Lightbulb?

The GU10 light bulb has become a phenomenon in the lighting industry. Extremely energy efficient and inherently useful, these little beams of light adorn houses, businesses and public spaces in equal measure. But if you're a novice in the lighting world, new to GU10s or simply confused

5th January, 2017
Written By Steve Ellwood

Halogen Spotlights Soon To Be Phased Out – GU10 LED Bulbs Provide The Alternative

Last September it was announced that halogen light bulbs were to follow on from incandescent lightbulb styles as it was revealeda> that they are soon to become phased out across Europe

22nd December, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

4 Lighting Fixtures You Didn’t Know Needed G9 LED Bulbs

Knowing which light bulb to use around the home can be confusing at the best of times, and although we may have an idea of the shape or size that a light bulb must be to replace those that have burnt out, knowing the name or style of them is another matter altogether. Here, we focus on the G9 and

22nd December, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

3 Great Uses For GU10 LED Bulbs

GU10 light bulbs are a focused, spotlight style of light bulb. Conventionally, they are available as a halogen lighting solution however, due to the recent EU ban on halogen light bulbs, many lighting fittings and fixtures that use these light bulbs will need to be replaced with GU10 LED bulbs. If

21st December, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

LEDs cut down energy bills this Christmas

Switching old bulbs to LEDs this Christmas could cut out nasty festive fuel bill surprises says lighting expert, BLT Direct. The festive season wouldn't be complete with beautiful decorations and impressive lighting displays, but a combination of leaving lights on for longer than normal and

21st December, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

How to use light bulbs to make your home feel cosy during winter

While the summer months encourage us to head outdoors on an evening, during winter many people tend to hibernate, making their homes as cosy as possible as the long, chilly nights draw in. If you too are wanting to turn your house into a tranquil den, here's how to do so with the use of ligh

21st December, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Energy Saving Calculator Infographic

Almost every household would like to streamline their monthly out goings if possible. Usually, people cut down on unnecessary spends such as luxury food and central heating when finding ways to tighten the budget but practical costs such as lighting is never considered. Every home needs lighting i

5th December, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Christmas Lights Around The World

Christmas is almost here which can only mean one thing – our streets are soon to be brightened as homes are decked out with flashing Santas, shimmering stars and a whole host of other multi-coloured festive lights! Whether you join in the fun or not, this tradition is one that can't be

5th December, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

Lighting Expert Urges Homeowners To Take Security Seriously This Winter

The clocks have gone back, the cold snap has arrived and the shops are full of festive goodies. Although the build up to Christmas is one of the most exciting times of the year, it is important that homeowners do not take their eye off the ball when it comes to security, according to BLT Direct

21st November, 2016
Written By Steve Ellwood

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