Soon to start on revamp of the kitchen and looking at lighting options. SWMBO really likes recessed spot downlights (ok, I admit it so do I).
Original thoughts were for several 50W GU10 types over main areas fitted in the ceiling (3-4?). Kitchen cabinets will also have hidden lighting for worktop areas.
One kitchen company showed me what they said was the latest technology in LED lighting (but failed to name the manufacturer). The single spot units contained 3 x 3W bulbs and were said to be at least the equivalent light output of 50W GU10, plus having the advantages of low running cost and much longer life. Must say that seeing a side by side comparison light output looked very close between GU10 and LED although LED looked a lot colder.
Previous posts suggest that LED technology not up to general lighting requirements. Is this still seen to be the case?
Anyone used this type of light and know of a supplier or web site?
As the intended area is a kitchen with bedroom above I believe that fire rated lamps required. Is this type of lamp available as an all in one unit or would seperate fire hoods be required?
Thanks
Tony
Original thoughts were for several 50W GU10 types over main areas fitted in the ceiling (3-4?). Kitchen cabinets will also have hidden lighting for worktop areas.
One kitchen company showed me what they said was the latest technology in LED lighting (but failed to name the manufacturer). The single spot units contained 3 x 3W bulbs and were said to be at least the equivalent light output of 50W GU10, plus having the advantages of low running cost and much longer life. Must say that seeing a side by side comparison light output looked very close between GU10 and LED although LED looked a lot colder.
Previous posts suggest that LED technology not up to general lighting requirements. Is this still seen to be the case?
Anyone used this type of light and know of a supplier or web site?
As the intended area is a kitchen with bedroom above I believe that fire rated lamps required. Is this type of lamp available as an all in one unit or would seperate fire hoods be required?
Thanks
Tony