Two companies will distribute 10 million LED lamps in rural India over the next 3 years.
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Journalist Tim Conneally wrote an informative, humorous take on LED technology in his article I left a light bulb on for one year straight, or: Why LED bulbs are about to change your life. He discusses his experiment comparing LEDs with CFLs for a year and talks about the implications of Philip’s new LED “replacement bulb.”
MIT is investing millions in a ‘living lab’ initiative to cut electricity usage by 15 percent in the next three years. About half of the reductions will come in the form of more efficient LED lighting systems.
John Bullough from the RPI Lighting Research Center in Troy wrote a great article on The Science Behind LED Technology. He explains the basics of LEDs and how they can be incorporated into homes. Continue reading 'The Pegasus Lighting Roundup for May 21 to June 11'»
Apparently, your perception of how a glass of wine tastes is influenced by more than just the brand name. A study by German researchers found that the type of ambient lighting can significantly affect consumers’ quality ratings of wine. Crazy, right?
Participants who drank the same glass of wine in rooms with fluorescent lamps producing red or blue light rated the taste quality higher than those who were in rooms with fluorescent lamps producing green or white light. The red-tinted fluorescent light seemed to provide the most pleasing effect: consumers indicated they were willing to spend more for the same wine under this light, and noted that it tasted fruitier.
More than 500 people were involved in the study, which was published in the Journal of Sensory Studies. In an environment where fast food restaurants seem to unfailingly incorporate red and yellow into each menu, sign, and building to stimulate hunger, the study is likely to have an impact on the restaurant/wine bar industry.
And just in case you’re interested, you might want to check out our mini pendant lights with red shades.
A photo from lighting designer Eddie Cohen's tips on improving task lighting in the kitchen
There’s been a lot of speculation in the news lately about LED lighting. Research teams are working to improve it, market analysts say it still faces challenges, and the lighting industry in general is scrambling to release affordable products. Meanwhile, remodeling growth is back, according to a report released by Harvard University. Read on to find out more in our Lighting Roundup!
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For the first time since 2006, home improvement spending is on the upswing. 2010’s annual growth will be five percent, and the positive trend is expected to continue in 2011.
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1. Set a budget. Think about what you can afford and don’t forget to account for costs of labor if you end up having to hire an electrician.
2. Find out what your current circuit in the kitchen can handle. In order to do this, multiply the amps by the volts. Most circuits have 120 volts. So if your circuit was 15 amps, you’d multiply 15×120. That amounts to 1800 – the total number of watts your kitchen circuit can handle. It’s a good rule of thumb to use your circuit up to 80 percent of its capacity.
3. Consider the condition of your current wiring. If you’re in an older home, you might consider rewiring the room (this is where you should contact an electrician if you don’t have experience).
Continue reading 'Planning Your Kitchen Lighting – 8 Easy Steps'»
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We recently posted about how you can remodel your kitchen in minutes with one of our uniquely designed mini pendant lights. One of the most popular spots to place these is above a kitchen island, although they also provide an interesting effect above a foyer, bar, or small end table.
If you’re thinking about installing a pendant light above your kitchen island, here are some tips about exactly where to hang it:
For an island with no seating: The light should be hung about 30 inches above the counter. This will provide adequate lighting for chopping and reading recipes. The general rule here is to think about where the light will hang in relation to your height. You don’t want to reach across the counter and be hit in the head! Most islands are about three feet tall, so an extra 30 inches would place the light at five feet six inches. If you’re much taller and will be working at the island, you’ll want to tweak the height of the pendant light accordingly.
For an island with bar stools or chairs: Make sure the light is not in your line of vision if you are sitting at the island. My sister recently had to adjust the pendant lights in her kitchen for this very reason. Pendants typically provide a nice glow, but when they are hung too low, the glare is very unpleasant. For an island with chairs, the lights should be hung a bit higher: about 36 to 40 inches above the counter.
Most people will tell you that changing out one or two light fixtures does not mean you have remodeled your kitchen. We would respectfully disagree.
Our mini pendant lights instantly both brighten your kitchen and add an element of design, and they’ll have any guest asking what you have changed. The effect is transformative.
Suspend them over a counter, island, table, or bar to produce task lighting with a touch of glamour. Use them in groupings in a dining room or foyer: you’ll find that they’re less expensive than chandeliers and that they create a much more stunning effect.
You can choose between incandescent, fluorescent, halogen, and xenon mini pendants. If you’re looking for a dimmable option, avoid the fluorescent mini pendants – they don’t have that capability.
Check out our selection of mini pendant lights. You can browse by light source, voltage (line or low), or glass shade. Make sure you share your finished project with us on our Design Center page! We love hearing your success stories.
Just think: it’ll be the least expensive “remodel” you’ve ever done.
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Vancouver is setting the stage for more eco-friendly Olympics in the future by using LEED-certified buildings, energy-saving light bulbs, and hydrogen-fueled buses during the events.
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These seven design decorating tips reveal how to make your home look expensive without a huge budget. Lighting is one of the essential factors: “your furnishings will look brighter and bolder in appropriate lighting, giving you a richer look home-wide.”
If you’re curious about current home design trends, check out this article on the top 50 features that home buyers love. Under cabinet lighting, wall sconces, and dimmers all made the list.
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