How to properly take care of your LED lights?

LED lights have gained momentum in the consumer's market because of their promise of a long-lasting brightness. It's an incredibly alluring deal, especially for business owners, because long-lasting means no maintenance and no maintenances mean no expense! That idea alone helped LED lights skyrocket to the top and become well-known in the commercial and domestic sectors.

Well, truth be told, all types of lighting, including LEDs, do need some form of maintenance to keep them running in tip-top shape for years. Yes, LED lights can survive for a long time, but it will be hard for them to sustain their initial efficiency for years without proper care. So, what should you do? To help you keep your homes and workplace well-lit for a long time and ensure that you reap the long-term benefits of LED lights, here are some tips that you can do!

Tips for Maintaining Your LED lights

Tip #1: Choose durable LED lights from trusted sellers.

There are a wide variety of LED lights that you can find in the market today. Because of that, it’s harder to sift between those that are hardwearing and those that are not. So, before you go all out with your shopping, remember to get it from a legit supplier and not just from anywhere. That way, you'll be more confident of the quality of the lights and not waste your money on a bogus unit. Aside from that, you should check out reviews of the products from previous customers. The more that you know, they're better you'll be able to choose your LEDs wisely!

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Tip #2: Read the user manual, don’t just throw it!

Manufacturers provide instruction manuals to inform the user of the dos and don'ts. No matter how attentive you are to the maintenance, if your lights have already been compromised in the initial stage, there's no use! Read the manual, and don't just disassemble your fittings randomly. You may end up damaging a circuit or may cause some malfunctions, leaving a destructive impact on the lifetime of your LEDs. That’s something that you don’t want to happen!

Tip #3: Clean your LEDs regularly.

Cleaning is one of the most important things to help prolong the life of your LEDs. You see, dust particles and debris may crowd both inside and outside the fitting. When that happens, it can cause a build up of heat or block the light that's being emitted. So, to make sure that your fittings will last as long as possible, clean them regularly and ensure that dust will not accumulate and hinder your light's efficiency.

A person cleaning a chandelier to showcase how to properly take care of your LED lights

Tip #4: Do occasional inspections.

How will you know if something's wrong if you do not check? Doing occasional inspections will help you determine the problem before it becomes a headache. You need to check if there are weak points that can hinder the efficiency of your lights and reduce their performance. In some cases, you might need to change out some parts or replace the bulbs in your fixtures. Whatever it is, it's better to catch these hitches early before it starts affecting not just your work efficiency but also your health.

An electrician installing a downlight for someone's home.

Tip #5: Use dimmers.

Dimmers are like gateways that regulate the amount of illumination you get from your bulbs. With LEDs, it can help lower the voltage of the bulbs, which in turn reduce their light output. So, how does that help in maintaining your lights? There are two advantages that you can see. Dropping the voltage will reduce energy consumption, making your lights more energy-efficient. Aside from that, dropping the voltage can increase the lifespan of your lights since there's more time for cooling down. Remember, even LEDs produce heat (although it’s an incredibly minimal amount), and that heat tends to affect the wear and tear of your lights.

Why should you clean your LED lights?

Why should you clean your fixtures? Will there be a difference if you do so? Here are a few reasons to give you the boost to start wiping down your lights! (safely and carefully of course)

To ensure the best performance

As mentioned before, dust can impair the brightness of your lights. It's blocking what you should be experiencing, leading you to think that your lights are already nearing their end. Sometimes, a good wipe over with a DRY cloth will help you save a few quid instead of buying a replacement bulb!

To improve safety

Dirty lights can become a safety hazard since people will have difficulty seeing their surroundings. There's a high chance of somebody falling or tripping because they didn't notice the cables (or dog!) on the floor. So, to ensure that you and your guests are safe, wipe down your lights until they're squeaky clean!

A person's hand cleaning a lamp that is attached to a wall.

To increase efficiency

Clean lights can perform efficiently since they won't have any hindrances to weaken their glow. Plus, since they're always working to their optimum potential, a few would give you enough brightness. Fewer fittings mean less energy consumption. That in return will help you gain more savings!

There you have it! Now that you know the importance of maintaining and cleaning your LED lights, it’s time to put them to practice. If you’re looking for high-quality fittings, you can visit our website, LED Supplier. We have a wide-ranging collection including downlights, strip lights, panel lights, and more!