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Pros and Cons of LED Lights

February 25, 2020 By creatingyourspace Leave a Comment

Light is a very powerful component in our home. We can have light come in naturally through windows or artificially through light bulbs. But when it comes to adding lights to our homes, we have many choices. It does not necessarily come down to the watts of the lights. What really makes an impact on the environment is the type of lighting you choose. From incandescent to LED bulbs, every light bulb has its own set of pros and cons. In fact, switching your light bulbs out to one style can make your home’s lighting flow better and help with illuminating your space. LED lights have been getting a lot of hype lately, however, are they ideal for you? Let us look at some of the main pros and cons to help you decide if you need LED lights in your home.

Pro – Long Life and Efficiency

One of the main benefits of LED lights is they last for a very, very long time! They are very efficient at saving energy as well, which can help lower your maintenance and electric bill. In fact, they are generally 80% more efficient than the traditional incandescent bulbs.

Con – Artificial-Looking Illumination

LED bulbs look like LED bulbs. Incandescent lights have a yellow tint to them, mimicking natural sunlight. These light bulbs do not feel natural. They have more of a bright white or even a cool undertone blue hue to them. This artificial lighting is very effective at illuminating your room, yet very noticeable that it is artificial lighting as well.

Pro- Lower Heat Output

With a lower infrared and ultraviolet output, these bulbs burn much cooler. This feature can lower the risk of and fire. Though lightbulb fires are rare, this is a great hidden benefit!

Con – Dimming

If your home is wired for dimming lights, this is not the choice you will want to choose. Most LED lights will not respond to dimmers. They have two distinct settings: on and off. This feature is important for any room you are trying to create ambiance or mood in with lighting. In that case, try to stay away from LED lights.

Pro – Eco-Friendly

LED bulbs are very eco-friendly options. Other light bulbs can have hazardous vapor like mercury or emit CO2. However, these bulbs do not have these negative effects.

Con – Initial Cost

Typically, you will pay more to buy LED light bulbs off the bat. However, remember that these bulbs will last longer. Though you may spend more at first, they will last much longer than traditional light bulb solutions.

All in all, these lights can help save energy and lower your electric bill. Maybe this is an excellent option for you? Yet, if you are looking for dimmable light or a warmer feel to your atmosphere, another bulb may be the route to go.

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Shutters Create Soft Mood

January 11, 2014 By creatingyourspace Leave a Comment

Shutters

Window coverings can be one of the most challenging design choices in a home. Balancing light access, privacy, cost and design benefits can be complex. In the meantime, you may be living with sheets tacked to the walls with painter’s tape.

This space shows some of the advantages of shutters. The look is clean and inviting, and light is completely under your control. A simple adjustment of the louvers allows you to let in plenty of daylight without compromising privacy. And the light provided is soft and appealing.

This corner feels like a perfect place to settle on a summer Saturday morning. The white-on-white style is well suited to the filtered sunlight, and yellow-green accents keep the space feeling cool and clean. You can curl up and read a book – the light is just right – or talk with the person sitting in the matching chair on the other side of you.

Notice that there are just a couple of features in other colors. The dull silver of the labels is a good foil to the green, and the little turquoise-colored box on the top shelf pops gently in comparison to the other hues. Someone spent some time planning this corner, and the shutters provide just the right background for this design.

If you’re planning your window coverings, why not consider shutters? They can be custom-made to suit any size or shape of window, and provide a wealth of options in terms of color and materials. They make a great companion to almost any design, and can be a major contributor to the overall look and feel of a space, as this corner shows.

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