Lighting Advice
Read our Buying Guides, Features and Lighting News articles below. Our team take the time to pick our recommended lights for different applications, debunk lighting myths, and share the latest news that impacts our business and the lighting industry.
Plug and Play lighting – the ideal outdoor lighting solution
Plug and Play lighting is ideal for the outdoor areas of any kind of premises and doesnt require an electrician to fit it!
Read MorePower Factor: Avoiding the surcharge
Is your business being hit by a power factor surcharge? We take a look at what power factor is, how it is calculated and what you can do to avoid
Read MoreWays of lighting your patio
Good patio lighting makes a property more inviting and improves your entertainment options. We look at the best ways to bring your patio to life.
Read MoreLighting your picture properly
Lighting your pictures properly comes down to the size of picture light and its colour temperature. We take a look at how best to show your artwork
Read MoreLight switches – a choice of style and function
Looking for some light switches but not sure where to start? Let us shed some light on the types available, their uses and also some useful things to bear in
Read MoreAmerican Diner Lights Showcase
American diner lights are an increasingly popular style of fitting. We take a look at the range in more depth...
Read MoreDecking Lights – adding that extra class
Decking lights are one of the most visually appealing and cost-effective ways to finish off any outside space or decked area. We take a deeper look at your options.
Read MoreSimple guide to converting your lighting to LED
Converting your lighting to LED is simple. Our step by step LED conversion guide will help you understand the process and answers those essential questions.
Read MoreAdding helpful energy labelling information, the EU way…
At Lyco we are committed to providing customers with all the information they need. With that in mind we are adding EU energy labelling to domestic fittings
Read MoreTouch lamps – how they work & where they shine
Offering real convenience, touch lamps take illuminating a room to another level. We look at how they work and where they work best!
Read MoreWhat is a squirrel cage bulb?
Ever wondered what a squirrel cage bulb is? We explain exactly what they are, where they can be used and how to achieve the best results from one.
Read MoreTop 10 Conservatory lights
Conservatory lighting offers a unique set of challenges due to what the room is predominantly made of. We take a look at ten ideal lighting solutions.
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