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Breathe New Life into Your Home: Upgrading to LED Lighting and Trouble Shooting

Updated: Sep 29, 2023

As technology evolves, our homes need to keep pace. One area where this change is evident is lighting. LED bulbs have transformed the way we light up our homes - they're energy-efficient, durable, and offer outstanding light quality. However, your existing control system could be the culprit if you've recently upgraded to LED bulbs and are experiencing flickering lights or other issues.


LED Lighting: Old Systems Need Not Apply

Many older control systems were designed for incandescent or halogen bulbs with leading-edge dimming technology. In contrast, modern LED bulbs often use trailing-edge dimming or digital dimming. This mismatch can result in everyday issues like flickering or inconsistent light output when LEDs are paired with an outdated system.


The Solution: A Control System Upgrade

An upgrade to a modern lighting control system is the solution. These systems are designed to handle LED bulbs' dimming technology, eliminating issues like flickering. Brands like Lutron, Rako, iLight, and Philips Dynalite all offer modern control systems that work seamlessly with LED technology. Lutron's Homeworks QS system, known for its quality and forward-thinking features, is a standout choice.


Embrace the Power of LED: Overcoming Flickering Lights

LED lights are transforming the way we light up our homes. They offer energy efficiency, longevity, and a brilliant range of lighting options. However, suppose you've switched to LED lights and noticed them flickering. In that case, it's not a fault with the bulb but a sign of an underlying issue - a compatibility problem with your existing lighting control system.


Understanding the Flicker

LED lights flicker due to a mismatch between their dimming technology and traditional incandescent or halogen bulbs. While the older bulbs used leading-edge dimming, most LEDs operate on trailing or digital dimming. This discrepancy can cause flickering, limited dimming range, and premature bulb failure when LEDs are incorporated into older control systems.


The Solution: Upgrade Your Lighting Control System

By upgrading your lighting control system, you can ensure your LED lights work flawlessly without any flicker. Leading brands like Lutron, Rako, iLight, and Philips Dynalite offer control systems that integrate seamlessly with LED technology. Of these, Lutron’s Homeworks QS system has quality, innovation, and compatibility with various dimming technologies.


Why LondonElectricals?

At LondonElectricals, we provide personalised solutions for your lighting needs. From choosing the right LED lighting to selecting and installing the best control system, we guide you at every step.


Contact us today, and let's make flickering lights a thing of the past together!



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