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How Long Do Solar Light Batteries Last?
Thu 4th Jun 2026
Solar light batteries typically last between 1 and 5 years depending on the type of battery they have. The quality of the solar light, weather conditions, and how often the light is used can also have an impact on a solar battery's lifespan. In most cases for solar lighting the rechargeable battery will wear out long before the LED
Why Do Solar Lights Stop Working?
Thu 4th Jun 2026
Solar lights are designed to be a simple, energy efficient, and low maintenance lighting solution. But like any lighting product, they can sometimes stop working properly over time. In many cases the problem will be fairly small and can be solved easily without having to replace the entire fitting. Solar lights rely on several components working together correctly which include: *
Are Solar LED Lights Worth Purchasing?
Thu 4th Jun 2026
Solar LED lights can absolutely be worth purchasing and they can be particularly useful for gardens, pathways, driveways, patios and security lighting. Modern solar lighting has improved significantly in recent years. The battery technology has improved and the LEDs on average are brighter making them far more practical than older models. The key factor as to whether or not they
Why Do LED Bulbs Glow When Switched Off?
Wed 3rd Jun 2026
LED bulbs glowing faintly when switched off is a surprisingly common issue, especially after changing your lighting from incandescent or halogen lighting to LEDs. Not knowing why this is happening can cause concern but the problem is usually caused by small amounts of residual electrical current reaching the bulb even when the switch is turned off. Incandescent bulbs needed a
About BLT Direct
About BLT Direct
BLT Direct is one of the UK's leading online lighting suppliers, helping both domestic and trade customers find the right lighting products quickly, affordably, and with complete confidence. From everyday replacement bulbs to specialist fittings, LED strips, and electrical accessories, we provide an extensive range of lighting solutions for projects of every size. With more than 20,000 products available online and decades of hands-on industry knowledge, we make it easier to source the latest lighting innovations and those harder-to-find products that many suppliers no longer carry.
What makes us different?
What sets BLT Direct apart is our combination of deep lighting expertise and technical knowledge with the convenience of an established, accessible online business. Because we operate online, our customers benefit from broader product access, competitive pricing, and fast nationwide delivery, without the limitations of a traditional branch-led wholesaler model. That reach is supported by strong stockholding across both traditional lines and newer technologies, making it easier for customers to source the right products from a single reliable supplier rather than splitting orders across multiple sources.
That convenience is backed by genuine product knowledge. Our understanding of lighting systems, older specifications, and modern requirements helps us build a range that suits simple replacements, regular maintenance, and more specialist sourcing needs. This means customers can rely on us for everyday purchases as well as the harder-to-find products that many suppliers no longer stock.
What we do
We're proud to supply a complete range of lighting products for domestic, commercial, and specialist applications. Our expansive online range grows weekly and includes a wide selection of light bulbs, fittings, fluorescent tubes, LED strip lights, emergency lighting, electrical accessories, and much more. Whether you're replacing a single bulb at home, sourcing fittings for a renovation, or purchasing maintenance stock for an ongoing commercial contract, we bring together trusted brands and dependable products under one roof.
We're incredibly proud of our unwavering ability to cover the full spectrum of lighting requirements. That means everything from traditional bulbs and specialist lamps that can be difficult to source, right through to low-energy LEDs, architectural fittings, and design-led strip lighting systems.
For more specialist projects, we offer a design-and-build service for LED strip lighting kits. When only a made-to-order strip solution will tick all the right boxes, we can create bespoke kits tailored to the exact size, specification, and application required. This allows installers, businesses, and end users to access practical custom solutions without the hassle of piecing together separate components themselves.
The BLT Direct Story
BLT Direct began with a simple idea: make quality lighting products easier to access. What started as a small shop-front business grew rapidly alongside the rise of e-commerce, allowing us to expand from serving local customers only to supplying homes, businesses, and trade professionals all across the UK - and beyond. By embracing online retail early on in our journey, we were able to extend our reach nationally while continuing to build and develop the technical knowledge and customer-first service that the business was founded on.
As lighting technology has evolved over the years, we have continuously expanded our range to reflect those changes. A collection that once centred on traditional incandescent lamps and fluorescent tubes now features advanced LED systems, creative strip lighting, and modern components that fully align with today's customer tastes. By continuing to expand the range across both long-established and emerging technologies, we ensure customers can source everything from trusted legacy products to the latest lighting innovations, all in one place.
Our mission
Our mission is to make lighting simpler, more accessible, and easier to buy. We strongly believe that lighting should not feel complicated or overwhelming. It shouldn't matter whether you're a homeowner replacing a bulb, a business upgrading to energy-efficient LEDs, or a contractor sourcing products for a large-scale installation - the experience should always be the same: simple, straightforward, and stress-free. We aim to remove the friction customers have faced in the past by combining product choice, technical expertise, and zero-effort online ordering into a single, easy-to-use digital platform.
At the heart of BLT Direct is a simple goal: to make buying lighting easier for everyone. Whether you need a hard-to-find replacement, want to browse all your favourite brands together in one place, or are looking for no-jargon advice on the right product, we focus on taking the complexity out of the process and making the right choice feel simple.
Who we work with
We work with both B2B and B2C customers, ensuring everyone has access to the lighting solutions they need, when they need them. Our customers include homeowners, electricians, facilities teams, local businesses, maintenance professionals, retailers, hospitality venues, public spaces, and specialist commercial sites. We also support trade partnerships with businesses across the country, supplying reliable lighting products for everything from day-to-day maintenance to full project installations.
That mix of trade, commercial, and domestic customers keeps us closely connected to how real-world lighting needs continue to evolve, and many customers return to BLT Direct time and time again because they know they can find the right product, at the right price, with valuable support and guidance from our expert team.
Meet the BLT Direct team
BLT Direct was founded by Steven Ellwood, a qualified electrical engineer who spent years working in electrical contracting before launching the company. Having specialised in lighting products and with long-term experience supporting real-world installations, he built BLT Direct around the kind of product knowledge and practical thinking that only comes from doing the job yourself.
Today, Steven is supported by our fantastic team of industry professionals across the business. The BLT Direct family boasts years of combined experience across lighting, electrical supply, customer support, and trade accounts. So, whether it's a business placing a sizable order or a homeowner sorting out a smaller residential job, our team understands what matters: getting the right product quickly, without hassle. That's a big part of why so many customers stick with BLT Direct, and it's a key reason we're a Google Trusted Store.