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Written by Sarah Editor
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Sunday, 06 May 2012 11:59 |
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From 1st September 2012, the production of all traditional (incandescent) bulbs will cease. The phase out is in line with the EU directive aimed at saving energy. Once stocks of the last remaining light bulbs have gone there will be no option but to use Compact Fluorescent, IRC (infra-red coated) or LED bulbs instead – many of which are still far from an ideal replacement. For example, compact fluorescent bulbs, produce a flat, cold light and are not easy to dim or dispose of, worse still they can flicker, triggering migraines or even epileptic fits.
Fortunately there are some viable alternatives, such as the IRC bulb which produces a very similar warm light and saves 30% of energy. Also worth investigating are the latest LED solutions. Although many LED bulbs still struggle to produce a reasonable output and are comparatively expensive, LED technology continues to advance rapidly and prices are falling.
To understand more about the ban and to view the best tried and tested solutions, drop into the John Cullen showroom (561-563 Kings Road, SW6 2EB, London) to see the Lamp Bar.
John Cullen – the UK’s leading lighting specialist – has put together some advice to help everyone deal with the new lighting regulations and still end up with attractive lighting and lower electricity bills.
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Last Updated on Sunday, 06 May 2012 12:03 |
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Written by Sarah Editor
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Saturday, 28 April 2012 15:39 |
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Make some pretty pompoms... 
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Last Updated on Saturday, 28 April 2012 16:43 |
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Written by Sarah Editor
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Thursday, 23 February 2012 16:26 |
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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs this week officially announced that Britain is experiencing the worst ever water crisis in over thirty years.
Radox top five tips for saving water in the shower:
1.) Take a slightly shorter shower: - Every 1 minute less time spent in a power shower will save 17 litres of water per person in your household per day / 6205 per year - with a total of 24,820 litres of water for the typical UK family (a family cash saving of £116 per year)
- Every 1 minute less time spent in a standard shower will save 7.7 litres of water per person in your household per day / 2810 per year - a total of 11,242 litres of water for the typical UK family (a family cash saving of £52 per year)
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Last Updated on Friday, 24 February 2012 16:54 |
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Written by Sarah Editor
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Thursday, 29 September 2011 13:00 |
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Dulux has teamed up with children’s charity UNICEF to give people the chance to ‘own’ a colour for £1. The paint brand is offering people the opportunity to buy from a selection of 16.7 million colours – the number the average computer, smartphone and tablet can display – in an effort to raise £16.7million. People who purchase a colour are able to rename it and have it displayed on a dedicated Dulux microsite. All money raised will go directly to the children’s charity UNICEF. Matt Pullen, UK Marketing Director, from Dulux comments:“Dulux has a mission of 'adding Colour to People's Lives' and is closely aligned to the vision of Own a Colour, which will harness the power of colour to have a positive impact on saving lives of children.” Celebrities who already Own A Colour include Jemima Khan (CFC Blue), Duncan Bannatyne (Scottish Saltire Blue) and Sir Roger Moore (Swedish Blue). To Own A Colour visit: http://www.ownacolour.com
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Last Updated on Saturday, 11 February 2012 11:17 |
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Written by Iheoma Okoroma
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Tuesday, 02 August 2011 10:53 |
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Wedgwood are England's finest bone china company, synonymous with beauty, craftsmanship and innovation for almost 250 years. Founded by Josiah Wedgwood, known as the 'father of English potters', Wedgwood created the ornamental wares black basalt and Jasper for which they are still renowned. They also perfected Queen's Ware, the company's celebrated cream coloured ceramic body. Although the headquarters lie in Stone on Trent in the UK, Wedgwood has merged with Waterford Crystal and Royal Doulton. Collectively the company is know as Wedgwood Royal Doulton Waterford Crystal and employs more than 3500 people worldwide.
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 02 August 2011 15:28 |
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