Loftleg Easy to Install LED Loft Light/Shed Light 350 Lumen

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Rockwool or Mineral Wool (the usual type of insulation found in the loft and made from a process of melting rock and sand together and spinning them into fibres) should not be compressed or it loses both its thermal and acoustic qualities so this means lifting the loft floor. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. Even if you haven’t used them in your own home yet, they are fast becoming ubiquitous everywhere else… from street lights to car headlamps. To ensure your lights remain bright, regularly check the battery level and have replacements on hand.

They are cooler – no, we don’t mean they will increase your street-cred, we mean they give off a lot less heat than fluorescent bulbs. Safety Considerations: While battery-operated lights are generally safe, it’s important to use the correct type of batteries and dispose of them properly. All of these light switches - not installed by us- are too far from the hatch and are very difficult to find in the dark. If like us you’re a proper loft nerd then this is probably the part of the guide you’ve been looking forward to the most!

This is because in the loft, the roof (usually black) doesn’t reflect any light back down like a normal room and so the area of the light source is that much more important. Those things will have an impact on the work needed to complete your loft electrical work to a professional standard. LEDs ( light-emitting diodes) have many well-documented advantages over fluorescent or incandescent types of lighting. There’s nothing better than throwing some natural light on the subject although you will still need some artificial light for after-hours loft shenanigans. important it had to be bright enough to illuminate my attic so I could easily navigate the storage boxes and find what I was looking for.

Creating access to your loft is one thing, but it’s almost pointless if you have to explore it in the dark right? As we’ve seen, the options start with a simple battery-powered light that can be installed quickly, by most people. Obviously, if you’re installing lights then there might not be enough light in place already to work with. The reflector strip is a stroke of genius and all in all we think it is a really great product – 5 stars.You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. For now, it’s just important to know that we strongly believe any electrical work completed should be done by an NICEIC certified electrician only. The Loft Light comes with 2m length of pull cord and ideally the end of this pull cord should be as close to the loft opening as possible.

Utilising the latest in LED technology the Loft Light provides the equivalent illumination of a 32 Watt bulb with a battery life of up to 4 years*. When you insulate the inside of the roof and then board over it (creating a “warm loft”), it can be possible to also install recessed lighting (which are usually small round lights that are sunk into a ceiling at intervals). To switch them on there is a very short pull cord, but the light needs to be positioned high up in the roof for maximum spread - how are you going to find the pull cord in the pitch black? Portable LED Lanterns: For a more traditional look, battery-operated lanterns can provide a warm glow and can be easily moved around as needed.

If you’re still not convinced about using LEDs over fluorescent lights, we’ve got a small section below that explains the benefits in more detail). Without the need for complex wiring or professional installation, these lights offer a simple and effective solution to brighten up any attic area. Moreover, with advancements in LED technology, these lights are now more powerful and longer-lasting than ever, making them a practical choice for homeowners. This can be done in a number of ways but the important thing is that when you have spent money getting your loft to be a valuable area for storage, it makes a whole lot of sense to be able to see what you are putting in, or taking out of it!

A torch works, but do you really want to be rummaging through the hidden treasures in your loft holding one between your teeth just to free up both hands? Crawling around on your knees for any amount of time can get pretty gruelling so you might also benefit from using knee pads or a couple of old cushions.If you’ve got a larger space or one that’s quite long then two or more light points might be better. Utilising the latest in COB LED technology the Loft Light provides the equivalent illumination of a 32 Watt bulb with a battery life of up to 4 years*.