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What is Lumen Depreciation?

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We all know that most things that we use in our homes and offices depreciate in value over time, like our cars or printers – but what is lumen deficiency? And what does that mean for LED lightbulbs ? Here are some insights from LED light installation specialists accredited under the Victorian Energy Upgrade Program .  LED lightbulbs have a much longer lifespan than halogen or compact fluorescents, easily lasting 50,000 hours or more. But no lightbulb lasts forever. In traditional bulbs, you’ll simply flick a switch one day and nothing will happen – but it’s a bit different when you’re working with LEDs. Rather than failing outright and leaving you in the dark, they simply get increasingly dim over time.  Lumens is the measurement of brightness – so, the brighter your lightbulb, the more lumens it is emitting. Over time, your LED lightbulbs emit fewer and fewer lumens – less than the amount it is rated for on the box you purchased them in. The process whereby they get dimmer i...

Lighting Tips for Home Theatres

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A home theatre is a fantastic addition to your home, creating a fun space to watch all the latest releases while adding considerable value to your home. And when you use sustainable lighting , you won’t have a big energy bill to pay either. Here are some tips for lighting your home theatre the right way, from accredited installers of LED lightbulbs under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program . Dimmable LED Lightbulbs   Dimmable lighting is a must-have home theatre fixture, allowing you to fine-tune your lighting to create the perfect ambiance and a true theatre experience. This is especially important if your home theatre doubles as an office, playroom, or lounge, enabling you to light it differently as your needs change.  Bias Lighting   This is the lighting installed behind a screen to help reduce eyestrain and make it easier for your eyes to adjust comfortably when switching between dark and light scenes in a movie or TV show.  LED lightbulbs, specifically strip ...