There are a few reasons
why LED lighting has become one of the most popular choices in the lighting
world. LED lights are a revolutionary, efficient lighting solution. Here are a
few reasons why you should choose LED lighting over other alternatives.
More energy efficient
One of the most
frequently mentioned benefit of LED bulbs is their superior energy efficiency.
LED bulbs produce more lumens, or visible light, per watt, meaning a lower
wattage LED bulb will produce the same amount of light as a higher wattage
incandescent or CFL bulb. On average, LED bulbs produce 600% more light per
watt than incandescent bulbs and 50% more light than CFL bulbs. Because they
require a lower wattage to produce the same amount of light as other bulbs,
LEDs require less energy.
Longer lifespan
Because LED light bulbs
use less power, LED bulbs have lifespans that are typically rated as high as
50,000 to 100,000 hours. That means, if used for 10 hours a day, an LED bulb
can last between 13 and 26 years! Comparatively, CFL bulbs average a lifespan
of 8,000 hours and incandescent bulbs average 1,200 hours.
Better return on your
investment
Because they’re more
energy efficient and last longer, LED bulbs offer a better return on your
investment. Though LED bulbs can be more expensive in terms of initial costs,
other varieties of lighting will need to be replaced more frequently and
require higher energy use, leading to higher long term costs.
More environmentally
friendly
LED lighting is already
more environmentally friendly than other lighting options because of its longer
lifespan and reduced energy requirements. But there are other aspects of LED
lighting that make it even more environmentally friendly. LED bulbs are free of
toxic materials and are 100% recyclable. Though CFLs are often touted as an
environmentally friendly choice, they contain mercury, which is toxic to the
environment. LED lights also release less CO2.
For these reasons and
more, LED lighting has become a popular choice. Make the switch to LED lighting
today!
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