LED lights quality

LED lighting is more than a promising technology, evolving quickly. It’s already a mature lighting technology. LED lighting can be more efficient than fluorescent and incandescent technologies.

Low-quality LEDs

But be aware. Bad designs can lead to a wide range of problems with LEDS, which are not always immediately visible.

Poorly designed LEDs are a source of under-performance. They can flicker, look dim, shift in color, produce uneven light, etc. Claims of some manufacturers are clearly exaggerated.

Certified LEDs

LEDs can be energy efficient and long lasting, but they demand a smart design.

When buying, prefer qualified LED lighting products, such as those certified by Energy Star. They are a guaranty of quality and will offer a longer lifespan.

LED Quality

LEDs are highly efficient and long-lasting. They can equal or surpass the best fluorescent lighting (and incandescent…) in terms of brightness, light-output, lifespan (12 years with an average use of 8 hours/day). They do not flicker when dimmed (LEDs are dimmable…) and your will get instant light once the lamp turned on. Color quality is also clear and consistent.

Qualified fixtures

Led fixture Be also careful with fixtures. Dedicated fixtures allow higher efficiency.

Bad quality fixtures can cause off-state power draw, that is, they can use power even when the light is turned off. Prefer qualified fixtures, such as those of Energy Star.

See: LED advantages and disadvantages