LED lighting in the laundry room
Why is it important to have a good lighting in the laundry room?
When we think about how we can light our laundry room we think about the most efficient way to do it. This is where we can make use of LED lights. LED lighting is a great choice that brings us without a doubt many advantages, including energy efficiency and durability. In this post we will go into a little more detail about the benefits of using this type of lighting in the laundry room and how to choose them correctly.
Advantages of LED Lighting in a laundry Room
Energy efficiency and long lifetime
LED lights are currently the most efficient type of light available on the market, consuming between 80-85% less energy than incandescent bulbs. When we are talking about lighting our laundry room, we have to take into account that the lights are going to be on for a long time during the day and installing this type of lights will save us a lot of money on our electricity bill.
LED lighting has a much longer lifetime than the rest, approximately 50,000 hours or even more. This means that you won't need to change a LED bulb for a very long time!
Durability
LED lighting is stronger than other types of bulbs. LED lighting is a great choice for use in the laundry room as it is also resistant to shock and vibration and ensures that it will not break or get damaged by accident.
Versatility
When we talk about the style of this types of LED we can find many varieties of them: variety of colors, sizes and temperatures. This make LED ligthing special for every laundry room. Also they are dimmable so you can just adjust the brightness to fit with the activity you are performing.
Reduced heat output
LED lighting, unlike other types of lighting, generates less heat, which means that there is no need to invest in extra ventilation for the laundry room, as the laundry room itself will be warm and humid.
By not investing in an extra ventilation system, we are also saving some money and energy consumption.
Some tips for selecting and installing LED lighting
Choosing the color temperature
We must take into account what environment we want our laundry room to have: we can choose a more relaxed and welcoming environment, around 2700K to 3000K or we can choose a brighter environment around 4000K to 5000K.
We have to remember that depending on the light we use we can have a different visibility of our clothes.
Choosing the right fixtures
This type of lights can be installed in many types of fixtures like task lights or overhead lights. You have to know what type of tasks you are going to perform in your laundry room and choose the right light for that task. For example, overhead lighting is good for general ilumination. Under-cabinet lighting can be installed to provide additional lighting for folding clothes or sorting laundry.
Install dimmer switches
We have to consider the use of dimmer switches in our laundry room LED setup. A dimmer switch allow you to adjust the brigthness of the lights to suit them to the task you are doing. Also, dimmer switches help to reduce de energy consumption and they extend the lifetime of your LED lights.
Consider motion sensors
We can use motion sensors too. Using a motion sensor can help to ensure that the lights aren't left on when nobody is in the laundry room. The light will turn on automatically when someone enters the laundry room and will turn off automatically too when they leave the room.
Summary
LED lighting is an excellent choice for lighting a laundry room. It offers numerous advantages, including energy efficiency, long lifespan, durability, versatility, and reduced heat output. When selecting and installing LED lighting, consider the color temperature, fixtures, dimmer switches, and whether or not to hire a professional. By following these tips, you can create a well-lit, energy-efficient, and functional laundry room that will make doing laundry a little bit more enjoyable.
