LED bulbs were first used in the 1960s. Short for light-emitting diode, LEDs were small and red indicator lights in electronic equipment. Now they can take the place of a standard incandescent light bulb in almost any fixture. LED flood lights provide a lot of light, for longer periods of time, and for a lot less money than any other type on the market.
LED lights use up to seventy percent less energy. They also a much longer lifespan too. They can cost more to purchase than other bulbs, but you will get your money back multiple times over.
Another plus is that LED bulbs are not harmful to the environment. Compact florescent and halogen bulbs contain harmful chemicals that could be released into the environment if broken or disposed of improperly. LEDs have no such ingredients. They are also incredibly sturdy and used in many industrial settings.
Most often used in outdoor settings, they are available for indoor use too. They function just as they sound, by spreading light across an area. The alternative would be spotlights which focuses the attention to one spot.
For outdoor use, LED lights are often used for security and landscape lighting. They work well with a timer system, but are not meant to be used with dimmer switches. Since this type of lighting has been around for several decades, the size, shape and uses of bulbs have continued to evolve. Rather than just the larger lights for outdoor settings, the industry continues to develop options for use indoors in many size light fixtures.
Since LEDs last longer than all other types of bulbs, they are best used in hard to reach places. Not only do they save you money, they also save you the hassle of frequent changes. They are ideal for any job where you need to spread more light for longer.
