{"id":1964,"date":"2023-05-23T11:15:11","date_gmt":"2023-05-23T10:15:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1964"},"modified":"2023-05-23T11:15:11","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T10:15:11","slug":"how-to-choose-the-best-led-panel-lights-for-your-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-best-led-panel-lights-for-your-business\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Best LED Panel Lights for Your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"

LED panel lights<\/a> are a popular lighting solution in the business sector as it provides impeccable illumination at an affordable cost. Also, it has a wide range of applications, allowing business owners to realise their design ideas! However, how do you choose the best LED panel for your store or office?<\/p>\n

Lighting is crucial for any business. Therefore, it’s critical that you get the best panel lights for your space. To get started, here are some tips to help you find the panel light that suits you!<\/p>\n

Determine Your Lighting Needs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Before buying anything, take a moment to write the lighting requirements of your space based on its size and your preferred light intensity. Also, think about the activities that you’ll do inside. Will you cook or spend hours looking through numbers and data? Will it cater to customers browsing through merchandise, or is it an over-the-counter service shop?<\/p>\n

Once you identify the primary purpose of the space and the tasks that will be performed, consider colour temperatures and CRI (colour rendering index)<\/a> ratings. For the colour temperature, what environment do you want to have? If you want an alert and focused atmosphere, opt for cool white or natural white, as they’re best for task lighting. Alternatively, if you aim to design a comfortable space for relaxation, use a warm white light, as it’s excellent for ambient lighting.<\/p>\n

When it comes to CRI rating, the higher the number, the better, as it’s able to display the object’s actual colour. So, if you’re a restaurant or gallery owner, you may consider getting a higher CIR rating to make the food look appetising, and the artwork stand out!<\/p>\n

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Choosing the Right Size and Shape<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When it comes to the size, shape, and number of panels you need, it goes down to the room’s dimensions. A small space can accommodate a few square panels, while a bigger room is better accompanied by larger rectangular panels.<\/p>\n

The number of panels you need also coincides with the size of the room and the amount of light you require. Because of this, it’s subjective to your preference. If you’re unsure, you can bring in a professional for advice, but you can also check the beam angles and the lumens output of each panel and plan accordingly.<\/p>\n

There are several mounting options for LED panels; all you need is the right accessories to make it happen. If you want something different from the typical recessed installation, you can get a surface mounting frame to have your panels sitting on your ceiling. Also, you can buy a suspension kit to have your panels dangle from your ceiling!<\/p>\n

Select the Right Wattage and Lumen Output<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There’s no correct formula for choosing the right wattage and lumen output for your LED panels. It’s subjective because it depends on the purpose and the activities done in the room. What you need to remember is to opt for an LED panel with a high lumen count but minimal wattage requirement to ensure maximum energy efficiency. You don’t want most of your earnings spent on electrical charges!<\/p>\n

Consider the Quality and Durability<\/strong><\/h2>\n

While cheap LED panels are available in the market, don’t be so trusting easily. There’s a chance that the price equals the quality you’ll get! To certify that your panels will last long, get an LED version, check the construction materials, and find the average lifespan.<\/p>\n

Also, check for all the certifications that guarantee compliance with safety and energy efficiency standards like UL, ETL, and DLC.<\/p>\n

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Evaluate the Cost and Energy Savings<\/strong><\/h2>\n

While fluorescent tubes and other traditional lighting solutions have been around for some time, it’s best to consider using LED panels. Because they’re powered with LED technology, these fixtures can efficiently convert most of the energy they consume into light rather than waste, which traditional lighting does.<\/p>\n

In addition, LED panels last ten times longer than a traditional fixture, so you can also reduce your maintenance cost!<\/p>\n

Yes, LED panels are more expensive than traditional fixtures at first glance. However, you need to look beyond that and consider it as an investment. The long-term benefits of using an LED panel outweigh the initial cost you must spend! So, switch to LED panels if you want to ensure you\u2019re not losing money because of electrical charges!<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When you follow these tips, you can design the best lighting system for your space and employ the most suitable LED panel lights! Yes, it may take some time and a lot of research, but it’s all worth it when you see the space functioning to what you intend at an affordable price!<\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019re ready to make the switch, visit our website, Simple Lighting! We have an extensive range of commercial lighting<\/a>, including LED panels, battens, high bay lights and more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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