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How to choose the right LED downlight?

With a range of options available, it can be confusing to determine which light is right. See our easy guide below for help!

How do I choose the right LED downlight?

There are a lot of factors to consider when choosing any type of electrical service, including LED light. Here are a couple of things you will need to think about (or let your local electrician in Chatswood do the thinking and planning for you!)

  • What the space will be used for
  • How big the space is
  • The beam angle
  • If the lights are going inside or outside
  • What warmth do you want in the room

 

Wattage

Energy-saving lighting is about reducing the wattage used in a light fitting while maintaining similar light output. For example, a standard halogen downlight uses 55 watts, but you can purchase LED alternatives ranging from 4.5 watts to 14 watts.  

 

Lumens

Lumen is the standard unit for measuring the amount of light produced by a light source.  It is equal to the amount of light hitting one square foot of surface one foot away from the light. Essentially, the higher the lumens, the brighter the light.   

 

Beam angle

The beam angle is something you need to pay attention to when choosing the right LED lighting for the space. This is as important as the Lumens. Beam angle indicates the spread of light from the light source. A narrow beam gives a concentrated light which is better for accent lighting. A wide beam gives a more general, softer light.       

 

Warm white and cool white

The color temperature of a product is a linear scale measuring the color of light. Measured in degrees, Kelvin, warm light is measured in lower numbers and cool white in higher numbers. It is down to personal preference whether you choose warm white or cool white.

  • Cool white is ideal for task-orientated areas like kitchens and laundries and areas that have a warmer climate as the lighting will help to make the rooms feel cooler.
  • Warm white helps to create a more intimate atmosphere suited to bedrooms and living rooms and these color temperatures create a more relaxing and comfortable environment.

 

 The lighting tip is to stick to just one color throughout an open plan living area, otherwise, the mixing of colors will be distracting to the eye. 

 Energy-saving tip Use two-way switching in rooms with two exits to ensure lights can easily be turned off when leaving the room.