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Top 10 Trends In Light Design For 2021

1/11/2021

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We thought we’d hit 2021 with a bang.

Not that type of electrical failure bang, but with some inspiring lighting trends that are sure to be big hits this year.

Check out the top 10 light design trends below and chat to us whenever the time is right about your next home improvement project.
  1. Geometric shapes – at the peak of popularity, lighting devices of regular shapes still remain: spherical structures, clusters of balls, honeycomb compositions, lampshades-cones, cubic shapes, as well as spiral chandeliers.
  2. Combination of materials – incandescent lamps fixed with metal chains on a wooden base with a matte finish. This design fits perfectly into the eco-style.
  3. Black colour is a new trend in design – Lighting elements are popular, for example, chandeliers and lamps in matt black, combined with light sconces and floor lamps.
  4. Rustic style – a composition in the form of a wooden wheel with wrought-iron candlesticks suspended by means of chains will help to dilute the modern and laconic design of the room.
  5. Chandeliers in eco-style – today, designers pay great attention to light compositions made of wood and frosted glass. In the latest collections you can often see the use of wooden beads, lampshades from burlap, twine or rattan. Pendant lights made of frosted glass or fabric look interesting.
  6. Horizontal light – protruding lights in a horizontal arrangement will fit well with the industrial style.
  7. Pendant chandeliers are the hit of the season for bedroom design – Exquisite frosted glass lamps on both sides of the bed emphasize the design idea in the loft or modern interior, perfectly fit into the spirit of minimalism in the living room or kitchen. For country or chalets, pendants with woven lampshades are suitable.
  8. Vintage compositions – the designers’ love for vintage was also manifested in the design of ceiling lamps made of alloy and metals. Brass models, gold textures, aged surfaces are popular.
  9. Coloured glass – a chandelier or a coloured glass lamp – is a work of art that creates unique and colourful lighting.
  10. Sculptural fixtures – along with the growth of lighting technologies, the possibilities in the production of sculptural lighting elements also grow. Shapes can range from clouds and bubbles to artistic images

Give us a shout if you are looking to design, buy and install new lighting for your home. We are specialists at it and as we are an independent electrician, we are often able to supply light, fixtures and fittings cheaper than what you can find on the high-street. Why? Well, we’re not tied into any contracts and we work closely with our distributors to ensure we can pass on trade rates to our local customers. 

Let's hope for a 'bright' 2021. 
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Matt Baines
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2020 CHRISTMAS TV TO WATCH

12/21/2020

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What a year it has been! Never mind. We can ALWAYS rely on the TV to lift our spirits and provide us with loads of entertainment at Christmas. 

Now that the TV listings are out there from all major broadcaster's, we thought we'd boost those spirits wherever you are and quickly wrap up the best shows that are on this year. We'll let you decide on what to watch (and probably record so you don't miss it).

We've picked out some absolute favourites from the Radio Times Christmas list this year for you.

So, here you are...

  • After Ever After: Jack & The Beanstalk – BBC One: Wed 23rd December, 8pm
 
  • Worzel Gummidge: Saucing Nancy – BBC One: Christmas Eve, 5:55pm
  • A Baby Reindeer’s First Christmas – Channel 4: Christmas Eve, 6:40pm
  • The Great Christmas Bake Off – Channel 4: Christmas Eve, 7:40pm
  • Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse – Sky One: Christmas Eve, 8:15pm
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  • Zog and the Flying Doctors – BBC One: Christmas Day, 2:35pm
  • Strictly: The Christmas Countdown – BBC One: Christmas Day, 4:45pm
  • Blankety Blank – BBC One: Christmas Day, 7pm
  • Britain’s Got Talent Christmas Spectacular – ITV: Christmas Day, 8pm
  • Mrs. Brown’s Boys Christmas Special – BBC One: Christmas Day, 10pm & New Year's Day, 10pm
 
  • Big Fat Quiz of the Year 2020 – Channel 4: Boxing Day, 9:05pm
 
  • Billy Connolly: It’s Been a Pleasure – ITV: Mon 28th December, 9.30pm
 
  • Dancing on Thin Ice with Torvill and Dean – ITV: New Year's Day, 9pm

Want to find out about loads more TV shows that are on this Christmas, 2020? Click here. 

If you are looking to upgrade your TV system and living room technology (surround sound, smart systems etc.) then give us a shout and let's book in a conversation in the new year! We are leading electricians for home automation in our area.

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Should I Get Home Automation Installed?

11/6/2020

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It's pretty hard to ignore smart technology - we all pretty much own a smartphone and love the instant ability to search for things on the internet, chat with our friends and share information about our lives wherever we are. We are accustomed to making our lives easier by the use of technology and that's where the explosion in home automation and getting it installed in a home has come from. With this, there is a lot of excitement and lots of products to choose from to bring the technology to life, improving your way of life and your ability to control, protect and improve your property. 

With the explosion though, there is also the natural scepticism towards home automation products and systems - who at first wanted to ask Alexa anything, but now finds it a normal way of life? If you are one of those that are thinking about it but are still unsure, let's break down the top 5 benefits for your below.

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1. Improve Your Security

Improving the safety of you and your family or whoever lives with you is one of the main reasons people opt into home automation systems. It can also be a benefit when looking after elderly family members and knowing that if they have a problem at home then you can easily find out what and help them. Systems use the collected information of connected devices and motion sensors to know when you leave the house and can close the smart garage door, turn off lights, or lock smart locks. You can also tap in through an app on your phone and at the click of a button, turn off forgotten connected appliances so you can avoid causing a problem if left on. 

​2.  Increasing Your Safety

Home automation systems can improve your safety. This could be by turning the lights on whilst you're away, turning them on when you get home (including outside lighting) and by alerting you when something is not quite right.
3. Caring For Your Family

Home automation can help you care for your family; whether that's with those that live with you or those that live apart and you'd like to know they are okay. You could be alerted when an elderly relative walks around at odd hours of the day or by knowing that the children have made it home, are playing outside safely. There are many ways our systems can help you care. 

4. Making Energy Savings

Wouldn't it be amazing if you could control your heating from an app on your phone, from wherever you are. No more setting a timer or running the heating when you aren't home. You can control approximately 48% of your energy spending through a smart home automation system. Smart thermostats, lighting and smart appliances can all be connected, allowing you to hopefully make some savings on your energy bills. 

5. Create Tasks

Have you thought about setting some tasks automatically in your home? What about using lighting in the morning to rise and shine early. Don't let that doorbell cause a distraction to your day by being alerted when someone is coming towards the door. Save time, increase your productivity. 

With all that said, we have many options and suggestions ready and waiting to see if home automation technology could be the smart decision you make next. Leave some details and let us chat you through the options, benefits and how it all works. 

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