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August 14 2015 – Alex Nathan
Why are incandescent bulbs banned?
Incandescent bulbs are relatives of the original light bulb invented by Thomas Edison in 1879. In technological terms, this basically means they're prehistoric. But why are theseincandescent bulbs banned? They create lighting by heating a filament until it glows, which is a highly inefficient method of lighting because almost all the energy is wasted on heat - hence why you...
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August 13 2015 – Alex Nathan
LED-Man’s Big Questions 13/08/15
Your favorite time of the week again when LED-Man answers your queries from the last 7 days. Today he covers returns, CFLs, brightness and more. Q: Please clarify the returns procedure. A:As per our returns policy, goods can be returned for exchange within 30 days.Use the order number as authorisation code for the returns form. Here is the link to...
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August 06 2015 – Alex Nathan
LED-Man’s Big Questions 06/08/15
Back and better than ever, LED-Man is here to answer your LED related questions. Q: I want to put some LED strip on shelves in my alcove. The shelves are about 1m long and there are 4 of them. What can you recommend? A: For subtle lighting I would suggest the 5m LED tape and a 30 watt transformer. You...
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August 04 2015 – Alex Nathan
Why Choose LED Tube Lighting For Your Business?
Businesses everywhere are switching to LED to not only save money on their energy bills, but also dramatically reduce maintenance costs that are often a subversive influence on commercial budgets.LED tubes for business are an easy way to make this switch. Whether you’re planning a whole new lighting scheme from scratch, or switching over from halogen and fluorescent alternatives, there's...
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August 03 2015 – Alex Nathan
How To Ride The SmartGlider Self Balancing Board
SmartGlider, the electric balance board sometimes called a hoverboard, is a great way to get around and have a laugh too. Before you can do this, you have to master how to ride it first. So here’s our step by step guide on how to ride the SmartGlider. Let’s get you going: Turn the board on here. Place one foot...
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July 29 2015 – Alex Nathan
Celebrity Special: Megaboard Vs SmartGlider
There's a new toy in town and celebrities have not been shy in showing off their skills on the latest gadget craze: the self-balancing board. There are a few different makes out there, and a recent article in Heat Magazine shows Rita Ora on a MegaBoard, whileother celebs have been seenhaving a goon our very own SmartGlider. Although the Megaboard...
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July 28 2015 – Alex Nathan
LED-Man’s Big Questions 28/07/15
After a week away, LED-Man has returned to answer all LED based questions. Here are this week's Big Questions. Q: How many colour-changing lamps can I control from one device? A: We have 2 types; an GU10 & MR16 that use remote and can control multiple bulbs within the remotes range. Also we have E27 smart bulbs, their downloadable app...
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July 24 2015 – Alex Nathan
What Have Chris Brown, Mario Balotelli & Justin Bieber Got In Common?
Well, depending on what you want to call it, they’ve all been gliding, sliding, scooting, hovering and segwaying as they hop onto the latest craze to go viral. Self-balancing electric scooters, as they’re known on Sundays, have been taking the internet by storm, and celebrities haven't been shy when it comes to showing off their skills: This relatively new technology...
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July 21 2015 – Alex Nathan
Want lower energy bills? Here's how... and it's not what you think.
It’s now official: “Millions of Britons are over overpaying for their energy”. And the most damning thing about this statement is how little it shocks. In response, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) have recommended a price-cap. However, the might of the “Big 6” are likely to oppose this vehemently. But there is another way of getting a grip of...
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July 21 2015 – Alex Nathan
GET CREATIVE - Transform Your Home Using Crystal Lighting
Light fittings and lamps can make or break a rooms décor, so great consideration should be taken when selecting yours. They can complement and enhance a particular style, whilst also changing the mood when needed. Today we'll be looking at stunning effects you can create with crystal chandeliers and lamps. These table lamps spectacularly project a mirrored pattern of light,...
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July 17 2015 – Alex Nathan
What happened when Appbot took on The Terminator?
Robots have fascinated us for decades and appeared throughout TV and film.The phrase robot even came from a piece of fiction, the play Rossum’s Universal Robots from 1920.Like anything else we have favourites. Today we see how they compared to our very own Appbot. KITT – Nightrider KITT was Michael Knights sidekick in the 80s cult series Knight Rider. It...
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July 16 2015 – Alex Nathan
LED-Man’s Big Questions 16/07/15
Have any questions about about LED lighting, then LED-Man is here to help. No question's too probing, no issue leftunresolved. Q:I am fitting a new bathroom. Do you have a guide as to how many bulbs or the total number of lumens I would need for a given area? A: We recommend a distance between spotlight fittings of 1m-1.5m. This...
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July 07 2015 – Alex Nathan
LED-Man's Big Questions 07/07/15
It's that time of the week again for LED-Man to save the day and help with the biggest questions of the week. Q: What is the warranty on your bulbs? A: All our bulbs carry a standard warranty of 2 years. However, you can extend this to 5 years at no extra cost by completing and returning the form here:www.ledhut.co.uk/warranty...
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July 03 2015 – Alex Nathan
10 Lights That Will Bring A Smile To Your Face
On Bright Ideas we look at everything and anything about lighting, whether it's practical or inspirational, techy or stylish, we'll cover it. In this postwe look at the brighter side of lighting (pun intended) and the weird and 'wonderful' ways in which people use LEDs around the home. When The Moment Takes You Everyone loves a bit of toilet humor...
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July 01 2015 – Alex Nathan
LED-Man’s Big Questions 01/07/15
Here to save the day again, your friendly LED-Man. Today he's combating issues on travel, transformers and downlights. Q:I have a thick ceiling.What is the distance from the back of the face of the short GU10 fitting to the bottom of the spring catch? A: 34mm Q: Have you got any downlight offers on? A: At the moment we are...
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June 24 2015 – Alex Nathan
The Top 10 Inventions Of All Time
Throughout time inventions have changed the way we live, be it in work or play. Today we’re looking at our top ten, and to avoid favouritism we’ve put them in the order they were invented. Unapologetically we obviously have our own favorite, but which was yours? The Wheel - 3500 BC Without this invention we wouldn’t now be enjoying wagon...
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June 19 2015 – Alex Nathan
Light Up Your Garden This Summer
Now summer is here it's time to make the most of your garden and outdoor space. LED Garden lighting is the perfect way to prolong your garden parties, BBQs and cosy nights outside. LED lighting has many other benefits too, the biggest being that they use less energy, save you money and they're friendlier to the environment. Our solar range...
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June 03 2015 – Alex Nathan
How To Make The Most Of Our New Solar Lantern
We’re pleased to introduce our new versatile solar LED lantern. This product comes with many functions, can be powered in several ways and you can use it in any location no matter the weather, terrain, time of year or facilities. So, how can you make the most of this handy lantern and its many functions? Firstly, it has an IP55...
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June 02 2015 – Alex Nathan
The Benefits of Feature Lighting
Stripping it back to basics Feature lighting is becoming a cornerstone of modern interior design. LED strip lighting in particular - which is flexible, cost-effective and easy-to-install - is at the forefront of the revolution. However, many contractors are still unfamiliar with how to use it. Trade Director at LEDHut, is on hand to shed light on this relatively new...
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May 28 2015 – Alex Nathan
5 Eco-Friendly Products That’ll Reduce Your Energy Bills
You don’t have to live in a mud-hut and devote your life to the earth and trees to be eco-friendly. As the world becomes more environmentally conscious and aware of ever-increasing energy bills, companies are jumping on the chance to offer greener products. And with the biggest everyday consumers of energy being in your home, there are plenty of opportunities...
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