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a new range of energy saving round / square outdoor bulkheads in silver
Posted by sparksdirect in ask Mr Sparks, energy saving lights, in-house announcements, lighting systems, new light fittings, technical data, website update on April 24, 2012
These new bulkheads for outdoor wall or ceiling mounting are not LED bulkheads but they are energy saving fittings. Using the E27 socket compact fluorescent light bulbs of max. 20W, these new die-cast aluminium construction bulkheads are ideal for both domestic and more commercial use. They will look great outdoors at the front or the side of the house / office building, as outdoor wall lighting fixtures or even as ceiling bulkheads in the garage, patios, etc.
We have recently added several round or square bulkheads in a stylish silver finish on our website – in the “open version” and in the “impact guard protection grill” version. The IP65 rating insures these bulkheads are waterproof – when used with the waterproof glad supplied and a polycarbonate opal diffuser. They can be placed even in areas where the rain is falling or water is splashing, or where there is a lot of dust and particles.
New Energy Saving Bulkheads for Outdoors
- Silver finish bulkheads for wall or ceiling mounting;
- Lamp used: 1 x E27 max. 20W compact fluorescent lamp;
- IP rating: IP65 rated bulkheads, waterproof fittings;
- Dimensions: see each model, depending if round / square;
- Materials: diecast aluminium construction;
- Diffuser: polycarbonate opal diffuser, with stainless steel allen key screws;
- Energy saving fitting, using CFL lamps; non-dimmable;
- Soon to be introduced via, New Lights at Sparks and Lights;
- Models available:
# Round Bulkhead with impact guard / without impact guard;
# Square Bulkhead without impact guard / with impact guard;
Reflector Types and Light Pollution in the case of the Outdoor Lights
Posted by the electrician in ask Mr Sparks, customer service, electrical safety tips, energy saving lights, guest expert, lighting systems, standards and regulations, technical data on January 30, 2012
The light from a luminaire is controlled by its reflector and the position of the lamp in relation to the reflector. Aurora Lighting offers a general explanation of the types of reflectors one can use outdoors and the shapes of light output possible.
Reflector Types – Outdoor Lights
- Asymmetric – this reflector makes is possible to direct light towards a preferred area.
- Symmetric – This reflector gives an even distribution of light for general flood lighting
- Adjustable – This reflector permits the light to be adjusted to achieve the desired effect
- Flood – This reflector makes it possible to illuminate a large area
- Spot – This reflector enables concentrated light to highlight details without any light overspill
Light Pollution Outdoors
If the external lighting is badly selected and installed it can result in light being directed into the sky. This wastes energy and also ‘pollutes’ the view of the sky. Also, if the lighting is misdirected, it can also cause discomfort and visual impairment – possibly resulting in accidents.
The arrangement of the light fittings and their combination outdoors needs to be optimal for the sake of a proper exterior lighting and no lighting pollution. Below are some popular ways of having light pollution outdoors, with a picture and a short explanation.
- This luminaire gives upwards light loss
- The side of the building is lit and some of the light is lost upwards
- The light is aimed downwards but the angle of the luminaire is causing upward light loss
- Correct illumination achieved with reflecting louvres
- Wherever possible the light should be directed downwards to minimise light pollution
- The use of asymmetrical reflectors avoids excessive angling of the luminaire
Continue reading these specifications via the online brochure put out by Aurora Lighting – Outdoor Lighting and Further Information, or read our previous article, Outdoor Lights: the exterior areas and the types of lighting for outdoors.
Garden Spike Light / Wall Light for outdoor, the ALGSTGU range of silver or black spots
Posted by sparksdirect in all-time best-seller, ask Mr Sparks, guest expert, new light fittings, products pictures, promotions, technical data, website update on October 3, 2011
The ALGSTGU range of outdoor spotlights come in a silver or black finish, and you can use them either as spike lights or as wall lights. With a simple yet robust construction, the ALGSTGU range of outdoor spotlights come with a spike (which can be taken off in the scenario of a wall lamp) which allows this fitting to be used as a spike light.
Fully IP65 rated and in a die cast aluminium, these wall lamps / spike lights come with a toughened glass lamp cover, mounting stirrup, and ground spike. Briefly mentioned when we were introducing the Cheaper Lights at SparksDirect, this range is also introduced via the LightsOK website – the black ALGSTGU spike light / wall lamp for outdoors.
The ALGSTGU range of Spike Lights and Wall Lamps
- Simple construction, can be used both as a spike light (when the spike is used) and as a wall spotlight (when the spike is dis-mounted);
- Materials: the body is in die-cast aluminium, the cover is toughened glass;
- Includes a cable, the mounting stirrup, the spike, and the spot;
- The Cable: Use rubber insulated cables with min 3 x 0.75mm2 conductors;
- IP rating: IP65 rated fitting, dust tight, water proof, exterior lamp;
- Class 1 electrical rated: needs to be earthed; weight: 0.5kg max;
- Dimensions: body diameter 98mm, depth 135mm; Spike 17cm long;
- Lamp used: 1 x 50W max. GU10 / GZ10 light bulb; mains voltage;
- On Sale – this spike light was listed at LightsOK, Spike Lights on Sale!
- Part of the “Cheaper Garden Lights at SparksDirect“;
- Finishes available:
# Silver spike light / wall lamp, the ALGSTGUS garden light;
# Black spike lamp / wall light, the ALGSTGU garden fitting.
Twin Outdoor Wall Lamps, Stylish Up-and-Down Wall Lights in Black, White, or Copper
Posted by sparksdirect in ask Mr Sparks, energy saving lights, lighting systems, new light fittings, products pictures, technical data, website update on April 15, 2011
Yes, you have heard correctly – there are some new twin outdoor wall lights available via SparksDirect.co.uk – in a Copper effect finish, in gloss white finish, or in a matt black finish! All of them are IP65 rated, ideal for up-and-down stylish lighting solutions beside the door or by the side of the house. High quality fittings in stylish finishes – these outdoor wall lights are a modern range of medium-sized fittings providing a great light effect for enhancing the facade of any building. Ideal to be used both at home or in a commercial environment(outside the office building, etc).
The Twin Outdoor Wall Lamps – Up-and-Down Wall Spots
- Stylish finish: gloss white, matt black, or copper effect(see below);
- Dimensions: Width 63mm, Height 158mm, Projection 95mm;
- Outdoor wall mounted twin spotlight;
- Up-and-down wall light fitting for exterior mounting;
- Lamp Used: 2 x 35W GU10 Halogen lamps;
- Energy saving lamps compatible;
- Max Ampage: 0.29A;
- Weight: 1.13Kg;
- Material: Metal and Glass;
- Finishes available:
# the WH2WL Gloss White Up-and-down Outdoor Wall Light;
# the CO2WL Copper effect Up-and-down Outdoor Wall Light;
# the BK2WL Matt Black Up-and-down Outdoor Wall Light; - IP rating: rated IP65 for outdoor use;
- More outdoor stylish wall spotlights:
# New Single Small Wall Lamp, the BK1WL Black Fixed Wall Light;
# New Stylish Outdoor CO2WL Up-and-Down Copper Effect Wall Light; - Part of the Exterior Stylish Wall Lights;
- Buy online the Twin Outdoor Lights – up-and-down wall mounted spots.
Ideal Garden Lights for your home, choosing from a wide variety of Outdoor Lights for the garden
Posted by sparksdirect in all-time best-seller, ask Mr Sparks, customer service, energy saving lights, guest expert, lighting systems, website update on October 25, 2010
One of the great things about summer is being able to sit outside, have a barbeque accompanied by a couple of glasses of vino, and then just relax on into the evening. Many people have different ways of enjoying such a lifestyle – some like to invite their friends over and get a bit of a party going, whilst others like to sit down and enjoy the company of their family, but I bet one thing everyone has in common is that no one wants the evening to stop when it gets dark, and that is why it is great to have garden lights fitted around the outside of your home.
The benefits of having Garden lights installed is firstly, it allows you to carry out the lifestyle we have mentioned above, but as well as this, it is a cheap and effective way of creating a beautiful home and generating a comforting ambience. Simple things such as lighting can really improve the aesthetics of a house, and it doesn’t have to stop in the back garden. These lights can also be installed in the front garden and provide a welcoming vibe for your guests, or for when you have arrived home from work. Another major benefit is that it is a great safety measure, especially for households with lots of little ones running about who are looking to get up to all kinds of mischief. Another advantage is that you can make the most of your garden in the autumn and winter months when most people tend to neglect their garden and let the grass grow too long. But simply get a patio heater and couple cups of tea on the go and you can still sit outside and enjoy your garden in its full glory, which would be great with Guy Fawkes Night just around the corner.
For you environmentally friendly consumers out there, you will be pleased to know that you can buy a variety energy saving garden lights, such as the ones on offer from Sparks Direct. They offer a variety of energy saving and low voltage bulbs, and you also have the option mains voltage, high voltage and 3 phase. If you do opt for the higher powered bulbs, then simply remember to turn your lights off when they are not being used, and save our environment. If your lights are being powered by a mains socket, then simply purchase a digital timer and AC plug socket, where you will be able to set the time you wish your garden lights to be on and off.
Another great thing to remember is that you, the consumer, have such a great variety to choose from, that you are bound to find the right lights for your home. Some of the fitted lights that are available to you from Sparks Direct their choice of wall lights and walkover/step lights. Also, you can have spike lights scattered around the garden, which is often situated in the flowerbeds, to give your whole garden a beautiful glow. There are also rope lights, flood lights and ceiling lightings, so basically there is a light for every area of your garden. As well as a great range of lights comes a great range of styles. Some of the styles on offer to you are antique, contemporary and traditional and you also have the option of halogen, LED and high IP lights.
Whatever the reasons, make sure you make the most of your garden and give it the lighting it deserves.
Read this article online also via:
- Organic Gardening – more about some great Garden Lights;
- Great Gardening articles – about the Garden Lights;
- Introducing some great garden lights for home;
- DJ Party Garden Lights, article about the garden lights;
- Interesting article about the domestic garden light fittings;
- Practical advice on good outdoor lights for the garden.