Lighting Guides

Warm White vs Cool White: Choosing the Right Colour Temperature

3000K or 4000K? Warm white or daylight? Colour temperature changes how a room feels. Here's what the numbers mean and which to choose for every room.

Outdoor Wall Light Ideas and IP Ratings Explained

From welcoming entrances to dramatic wall-washers, here's how to light the outside of your home — and how to read IP ratings so your lights survive the weather.

Load Shedding Lighting Guide: Rechargeable Bulbs, Lamps and Solar Lights

You don't need an inverter to keep the lights on during power cuts. Here's how rechargeable bulbs, emergency lights, cordless lamps and solar lights work — and where each one fits.

Light Bulb Types Explained: E27, E14, GU10, B22 and More

E27, E14, GU10, B22 — the letters and numbers on a bulb tell you exactly what fits your light. Here's how to read them and choose the right LED replacement.

Kitchen Lighting Ideas: How to Light Your Kitchen in Layers

The best kitchens use three layers of light: bright overall light, task light on the worktops and a statement over the island. Here's how to plan each one.

How to Install Downlights: Planning, Cut-Outs and Wiring Explained

Downlights look simple, but the planning makes the difference. Here's how to choose the right fittings, space them correctly and prepare for a safe, compliant install.

Dimmer Switches for LED Lights: What Works and What Doesn't

LEDs and old dimmers don't always get along. Here's how to choose dimmable LED bulbs and downlights, pick the right dimmer and avoid flicker and buzzing.

Bedroom Lighting Ideas: Lamps, Reading Lights and Ceiling Lights

A restful bedroom needs soft overall light, good reading light on each side of the bed and a little night-time glow. Here's how to get the mix right.