Delivery is free for any purchase of $99.00 or more (before taxes) anywhere in Canada, except for the Territories (Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon). For orders under $99.00, a delivery fee of $14.95 will apply.
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You can return a product within 15 days, but the return shipping costs are your responsibility. It is important to keep the original box as well as all product accessories (mounting bar, screws, wire connectors, intact wires, instructions, etc.). If any parts are missing during the return, additional fees may apply.
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An incandescent bulb is a classic model that has dominated the market for over a century. It is available in various shapes and wattages, with the most common being 40, 60, and 100 watts. However, these bulbs are gradually being phased out in favor of LED bulbs.
The two main reasons for this transition are the sometimes excessive heat they generate and their high energy consumption. It is important to remember that you are paying for the wattage, not the voltage. Therefore, the higher the wattage, the greater the energy consumption, and consequently, the higher the bill.
The term LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. An LED is a small diode that emits light through the phenomenon of electroluminescence. This technology provides brightness equivalent to that of an incandescent bulb while significantly reducing wattage consumption.
As a result, we save energy, and in addition, LEDs produce very little heat compared to incandescent bulbs.
Yes, we sell light bulbs at Discount Lighting. They can be found in our accessories section, under the 'Light Bulbs' category.
To help you save and offer longer-lasting bulbs, all the bulbs we sell are LED. If you would like to purchase incandescent bulbs, you can still request them by writing to us at: info@discountlighting.ca, and we will check with our suppliers to see if we can provide them for you.
Absolutely! In addition to consuming less energy and producing less heat, LEDs often have a lifespan that is 3 to 6 times longer than incandescent bulbs.
Today, most bulbs are LED. Not so long ago, when we bought a light fixture, it came with a socket to install a bulb. Now, thanks to LED technology, it is possible to purchase a fixture with integrated LED, which means there is no socket anymore. This has allowed for the creation of much more modern and futuristic lighting designs.
LED bulbs generally have a relatively long lifespan, often expressed in hours. For example, an LED can have a lifespan of 25,000 hours. To give you some perspective, one year has 8,760 hours.
The big question ! Lighting suppliers often offer warranties for integrated LEDs, usually between 2 to 5 years. However, if your integrated LED fixture stops working after the warranty expires, unfortunately, there is no miracle solution yet. These fixtures are often non-repairable, or the cost of repair is unfortunately too high to be feasible.
Yes and no. Some LED bulbs are not dimmable, often the lower-priced ones. Additionally, LED technology is delicate when it comes to dimming. To dim an LED, you must use a dimmable bulb or fixture and a dimmer switch that is compatible with LEDs.
However, the dimming range of LEDs is often not as wide as that of incandescent bulbs. Instead of ranging from 100% to 1%, it generally ranges from 100% to about 20%. This often depends on the type of fixture and dimmer chosen.
At Discount Lighting, all our bulbs are dimmable
We are still used to talking in terms of incandescent wattage, and we have a general idea of the brightness produced by a 60 or 100-watt bulb. However, for LED bulbs, the wattage is much lower, with values ranging from 4, 6, or 10 watts.
After several tests and analyses with different suppliers, Discount Lighting has determined that the best way to compare the wattage of LEDs with incandescent bulbs is to multiply the LED wattage by 10. For example, a 6-watt LED bulb would provide brightness equivalent to about 60 watts.
A lumen is a measure of the brightness perceived by the human eye. The higher the number of lumens, the more intense the emitted light is. Lumens measure luminous efficiency, meaning the amount of light produced in relation to the power consumed.
This is why, with new lighting technologies like LED bulbs, we often refer to lumens rather than watts to assess the brightness of a bulb.
For example, a 60-watt incandescent bulb produces about 800 lumens, while an LED bulb can produce the same amount of light (800 lumens) with only 6 to 8 watts.
The Kelvin degree (K) is a unit of measurement for color temperature in lighting. Simply put, it indicates the color of the light emitted by a light source, which can influence the ambiance of a space.
Here’s how Kelvin degrees are generally perceived in a residential context:
Warm light (2,700 K - 3,000 K): This type of light has a yellowish hue, similar to traditional incandescent bulbs. It creates a warm and cozy atmosphere, ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, and relaxation spaces.
Neutral white light (3,500 K - 4,100 K): This light is whiter and more neutral, resembling daylight. It is often used in businesses, offices, and workspaces where good visibility is important.
Cool light (5,000 K - 6,500 K): With a bluish tint, this light is cooler and more energizing. It is often used in workspaces, garages, or environments where bright light is necessary.
In summary, the Kelvin degree helps you choose the type of light that matches the ambiance you want to create in your residential spaces.
At Discount Lighting, we always recommend choosing 3,000 Kelvin lighting for your home. At home, we seek warm, sometimes dimmed light that promotes relaxation and rest. This recommendation also applies to outdoor lighting, where 3,000K is also advised to create a pleasant ambiance.
There is no specific regulation for installing a light fixture above your dining table, as it can vary depending on the environment. However, the standard is to place the fixture at a height between 30 and 36 inches above the table.
1- Check the height of your ceiling, which is typically 8 feet. Since a dining room light fixture is usually installed at a height of 30 to 36 inches above the table (with a standard dining table height of 30 inches), the total available height for your fixture is between 30 and 36 inches. For aesthetic reasons, your pendant light should not be installed too close to the ceiling.
2- For a rectangular table, it is recommended to leave at least 12 inches on each side of the table. For example, for a 60-inch table, you would subtract 24 inches (12 inches on each side), leaving you with a maximum fixture length of 36 inches. For a 72-inch table, you can opt for a fixture with a maximum length of 48 inches.
3- The maximum distance between the fixture and the edge of the table should not exceed 18 inches. For example, for a 72-inch table, after subtracting 36 inches (18 inches on each side), your fixture should not be less than 36 inches in length.
Each situation is unique, and lighting needs can vary from person to person. The darker a room is, the more the wall colors absorb the light. Conversely, the lighter a room is, the more the light will be reflected, increasing the brightness. There are several formulas to calculate the recommended number of lumens for each room in the house. The ideal calculation is based on lumens rather than wattage.
At Discount Lighting, we have determined that by multiplying the square footage of your room by 15, you can estimate the required number of lumens. For example, for a 12 x 10-foot room (120 square feet), the calculation is as follows: 120 x 15 = 1,800 lumens.
This calculation is an average estimate. It is clear that some rooms, such as the kitchen, bathroom, or dining room, require stronger lighting. On the other hand, spaces like bedrooms and hallways may require slightly less powerful lighting.
However, it is often better to have stronger lighting, as adding a dimmer switch allows you to reduce the brightness and create a pleasant ambiance at the same time.
Recessed lights are designed to be discreet while providing excellent brightness. Contrary to popular belief, they are not meant to be installed in the center of a room. Instead, they should be placed near the walls, ideally about 18'' (up to a maximum of 24''). The light reflected off the walls will help diffuse the lighting more evenly throughout the room.
When a recessed light is placed in the center of a room, it can often create a glare effect when standing underneath, and the fixture casts more pronounced shadows compared to a ceiling light. This is because recessed lighting is more directional, focused downward, rather than broadly diffused like a ceiling fixture.
From a design perspective, choosing to install a fixture in the center of the room will create a stronger visual impact than using multiple recessed lights.
In conclusion, Discount Lighting recommends installing recessed lights near the walls and planning for an electrical box in the center to accommodate a ceiling light, track light, or pendant, if the ceiling height allows.
The ideal distance between each recessed light is between 30" and 48". The first recessed light, for example from the corner of a wall, should be placed about 24" away.
Recessed lights should also be installed near the walls (see FAQ: How and where should I properly install my recessed lights?), ideally about 18" (up to a maximum of 24").
In the kitchen, recessed lights should be placed about 12" from the cabinets to avoid being too far behind you when you are working on the countertop. This helps reduce the shadows cast by your body on your workspace. If the light is positioned above your head, it will generate far fewer shadows than if it is located behind you.
In a bathroom, if you want to install a recessed light above the sink, it is highly recommended to position it exactly in the center of the countertop and sink.
Remember, the purpose of recessed lights is to provide effective lighting while blending discreetly into the ceiling.