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MAKE SURE YOU’RE NOT IN THE DARK WHEN IT COMES TO THE LATEST INNOVATIONS IN ECO LIGHTING. CUT DOWN ON BOTH ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION AND COSTS…
ou wouldn’t think that humble lighting could cause damage, but it is one of the biggest contributors to global warming, making up approximately 20% of the world’s carbon emissions. If you are considering renovating your house, you need to give the lighting serious consideration and make sure it is not only sympathetic to your décor but also to the environment. Even just changing the type of light bulbs you use can make a big difference to your carbon footprint.
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You don’t have to make massive changes in one fell swoop – most homes today use a variety of standard light fittings and halogen downlighters or spotlights, which you’d find mainly in kitchens and bathrooms. Next time one of your bulbs blows, replace it with a low-energy alternative. Soon, you will have a house full of money-saving bulbs.
LED LIGHT BULBS CAN LAST 25,000 HOURS – THAT’S OVER 22 YEARS OF LIGHT! EVEN IF ONE SETS YOU BACK £15-£20, IT’S WORTH IT
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