Lights are an essential addition to a Christmas tree, and you have two lighting options: incandescent bulbs and LED ones. The latter choice is growing more popular, and this blog will outline some reasons why you should consider LED bulbs.
They last longer
The average life span of an LED bulb is around 50,000 hours. By contrast, an average incandescent bulb will last for approximately 1,200 hours, so the difference is not a small one.
At a time when most people are looking for ways to save money, LED is the cost-effective choice for your Christmas fairy lights.
More energy efficient
LED bulbs will not just cut your costs by lasting for longer; they will also help to reduce your energy bills. This is because they are far more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs. The number of watts used on average by the former is between six and eight. In comparison, a standard incandescent bulb will use 60 watts. LED bulbs may be a bit more costly to buy, but they bring long term savings.
A safer choice
The arguments in favour of them are not solely about money though. LED bulbs also represent a safer option for your Christmas lights. This is because they do not heat up when switched on the way that incandescent bulbs do – meaning they pose far less of a fire risk and are less dangerous for children.
These are just a few reasons for considering a lighting switch this Christmas.
