What We’re Obsessed With…LED Lights

It’s no secret LEDs are energy-efficient, but with colors and styles like these, why not go for the most bling on the block?

Did you Know? The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that if every household switched to using LED holiday lights, the country would save approximately $410 million in electricity costs. Wow! That’s a lot of gifts from Santa.

What is an LED?
Think back to high school chemistry. Light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, are illuminated by the movement of electrons through a semiconductor material. Exceptionally energy-efficient, LED holiday lights can save up to 90% more energy than traditional incandescents and can produce the same amount of light.

The benefits of LEDS

Less expensive in terms of energy costs. With an operational life span of roughly 20,000 hours, LEDs can last up to 40 holiday seasons.
Cool to the touch. This greatly reduces the risk of fire and personal injury.
More durable than glass bulbs. LEDs are made of solid plastic—in the same shapes and styles as glass incandescent bulbs—so they don’t break as easily.
Safer. Because they use less power, you can connect multiple strings of LEDs and plug them into one wall socket.
Beyond the season
LEDs aren’t just for the holidays. They are currently used in under-cabinet lights, desk lamps, recessed lights, and outdoor porch, step, and pathway lights. LEDs use less energy and last longer, saving you money. They also offer convenient features, such as dimming and automatic shutoff.


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