The light-emitting diode, or LED as it’s more commonly known, is a rapidly-developing lighting technology that offers a host of benefits. LED bulbs are energy-efficient, highly durable, and last longer. They also make the most economic sense, whether you’re lighting a small home or a large commercial space. In fact, swapping out your incandescent bulbs for LED bulbs can reduce your energy consumption by 70 – 90%, resulting in a significantly lower electricity bill. If you’ve decided to make the switch, there are a number of factors to take into consideration to ensure you buy the ri ..read more

Poor lighting in the home is more than just an inconvenience – it’s bad for your eye health and can lead to deterioration of eyesight and headaches. Protect your eyes and create a comfortable environment by considering the following tips. Ensure Even Light Distribution  If you’ve ever moved from a brightly lit room into a room with a lower level of light you would have noticed a slight discomfort. That’s because going between strong and weak light requires your eyes to adjust and this tires them out. This can easily be avoided by ensuring an even distribution of light sources across the roo ..read more

The festive season is officially over and most South Africans are back at the office or in school. This means more time spent at a desk for many of us, whether it be at work, in our homes, or at an educational institution. A desk lamp is essential to any productive work or learning environment. It helps create an optimal workspace and decreases the risk of eye strain. But not just any old lamp will do. Here are 4 tips to ensure you choose a desk lamp that will give you the best results. QUALITY IS KEY Superior quality light is first and foremost. The two characteristics you need to consider ..read more

  You’ve decided to invest in lighting for your outdoor space and know exactly what you want and where you’d like it. But … Have you thought about which materials will work best? Have you considered where you live? Do you know how the weather affects your choice? It’s important that your outdoor lighting meets the demands of the environment in which it is placed. Here’s a snapshot of popular outdoor lighting materials to help you make a decision:   Die Cast Aluminium Very affordable. Opt for powder-coated aluminium because the paint acts as a sealant and offers more protection from wear and te ..read more

  The right style. The right colour. What else is there to consider when selecting a ceiling fan?   These 6 additional considerations will guide you to the perfect fan:   Large diameter fans are not only for large rooms. Installing a large fan in a smaller room turns your ceiling fan into a standout feature. What overall look and feel do you want to achieve?   Family rooms and living rooms typically demand fans with large blades to generate sufficient airflow. We’d recommend a blade of 132 cm or more.   When it comes to kitchens, dining rooms, kids’ bedrooms, home offices, etc. you should ..read more

  THE BELL HAS RUNG! CLASSES HAVE BEGUN!   Your child will need a comfortable spot at home to do homework, work on assignments, and read books. Lighting plays a key role in creating an environment that is conducive to learning. The right lighting will not only help your child study, but it’ll also help them retain information too. We’ve put together a list of lighting tips to ensure their academic year gets off to a great start.   8 Tips For Lighting A Learning Space   Avoid blue-white LED lights. This light is far too bright to concentrate in and your child will struggle to fall asleep wh ..read more

HOT OFF THE PRESS! Eurolux’s point of view on Lighting in 2019! This is what they had to say: We’ve just entered a new year which means you may be looking for ways to spruce up your home with a few changes. When it comes to giving your space a fresh look, don’t forget about lighting – it’s often overlooked yet it’s one of the easiest ways to update a room. Lighting has the ability to impact the overall feel of your home – and not just when it’s turned on. Well-considered lighting can fulfill both a functional and decorative role in a room. So it’s important that you select a design that reall ..read more

property24.com points out – in a recent article – that choosing a ceiling fan instead of an aircon is a smart choice! According to their experts, a single 1500 Watt aircon, running 6 hours a day, will cost you approximately R500 a month, while a ceiling fan will typically cost about R50 a month to run. Are you ready to ditch your aircon for a ceiling fan? Well, the article goes on to provide 5 tips for choosing the right one: 1. Put the right sized fan in the right place! A 1.5 metre fan is perfect for a 3 by 3 metre room. If you’re cooling a larger, rectangular room; you may need two or more ..read more

Summer is just about here which means you’ll soon be looking for ways to keep your cool when it’s hot, hot, hot. Eurolux has a fantastic selection of ceiling fans to choose from this season – all available via Selective Lighting. Why not incorporate one or two into your home’s design?   A ceiling fan helps you do so much more than keep cool!   Add a decorative touch There’s such a variety of styles, sizes and finishes these days. You can look beyond the purely functional and choose a fan to augment your decor.   Reduce energy costs Though a ceiling fan doesn’t reduce the temperature of a ..read more

    Where will you hang your chandelier? The good news is chandeliers can go anywhere in your house. All you’ll need to consider is the size of your room and what you’re trying to achieve. Big spaces can accommodate large, elaborate chandeliers; smaller spaces, mini chandeliers. How big is the space? Do a little arithmetic to figure out the best size for the space. Here’s a quick and easy formula to use: (Room width in metres + height in metres) x 10 gives you the ideal chandelier diameter for your room. For the right height to hang your chandelier: divide your room height (in centimetres ..read more