LED downlights
Swap halogens for LEDs to cut lighting power use, reduce heat in the ceiling and stop changing globes. Warm white suits living areas, a cooler white suits kitchens and workspaces.
LED downlights use a fraction of the power of old halogens, run much cooler and last for years, so replacing them is one of the easiest upgrades in an older home. Dimmable LEDs and warm or adjustable colour make it easy to set the mood room by room.
Feature lighting is the finishing touch: pendants over the kitchen bench, uplights in the garden, lights around the pool, backlit house numbers, and lighting along paths and decks. Outside, fittings need the right weatherproof rating and, near the coast, materials that handle salt air.
What’s involved
- A plan for fittings and layout, room by room
- Halogens swapped for LED downlights
- Pendants and feature fittings installed
- Garden, pool and facade lighting
- Switching, dimmers and timers set up
Pendants and features
Pendants over a bench or dining table, wall lights, and LED strip under cabinets add character and put light exactly where you need it.
Outdoor and garden
Uplights on trees and walls, path and deck lights, pool lighting and backlit house numbers make a home safer and look great at night.
Lights can also run on timers, sensors or smart controls.
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How much power do LED downlights save compared to halogens?
A typical LED downlight uses around 8 to 12 watts, compared with about 50 watts for an old halogen, so the saving across a whole house adds up quickly. LEDs also run cooler and last far longer.
Can I just swap halogen globes for LED globes?
Sometimes, but old halogen transformers and fittings often don’t suit LED globes, which can flicker or fail early. Replacing the whole fitting with an integrated LED downlight is usually the better job.
Are LED downlights dimmable?
Many are, but the downlight and the dimmer have to be compatible. Joel can match them so the lights dim smoothly without flickering or buzzing.
What colour LED should I choose?
Warm white, around 3000K, suits living areas and bedrooms. Natural or cool white suits kitchens, laundries and workspaces. Some downlights let you switch between colours.
Do outdoor and garden lights need special fittings?
Yes. Outdoor fittings need a suitable weatherproof (IP) rating, and in-ground, garden and pool lights have their own requirements. Near the coast, choose materials that handle salt air.
Do you do lighting for shops, cafes and offices?
Yes. LENNELEC does commercial lighting as well as homes, from LED upgrades in offices and warehouses to feature lighting in shops and hospitality venues.
Feature and LED lighting in key areas
LENNELEC covers the Mornington Peninsula and south-east Melbourne. See the full service area or call Joel to check your suburb.
Ready for better lighting?
Tell Joel which rooms or spaces you want to light, or call for a chat about ideas.