No one would have initially thought to use LED fittings for home installations. If it had not been for NASA, people today would not have realized how much more efficient LED lights are in comparison to the more traditional light bulbs. LED or Light Emitting Diodes have been employed for various commercial and industrial usages for quite some time now. It was not until the astronauts of NASA, discovered the experimental breakthrough of being able to grow vegetation in space with the aide of LED lights did the fitting become popular.

Since then the applications of this light source has grown expansively. On earth the innovation of LED has brought about the wonders of pain healing in humans to the utilization of efficient energy to further care for the planet.

Flexible Component

LED technology has been developed to become more flexible and materials that are adaptive have been utilized to make it simple and accessible for typical households and standard consumers to enjoy its energy efficient advantages. LED strips in general can be configured with ease into a range of shapes, sizes and forms therefore making them ideal fittings to use even in the most oddly shaped spaces.

Space Enhancement

In entertainment and living spaces in the home, LED fixtures can help enhance, accentuate, or boost the setting with a few simple tweaks. It is possible to implement some LED tape to the counter of the bar or over alcoves and recessed ceilings or any other locations that can strategically direct the eyes to the area that needs to be highlighted.

Hosting a cocktail party at home can be all the more interesting with the use of dimmable LED fittings that surround the bar area. The lights softly reflecting on the bottles, glasses or any similar mirrored surface can add sparkle and a cozy yet sophisticated look without appearing tacky or commercial.

Outdoor Uses

Besides being perfect for the indoors, LED light strips can be perfect as well for the outdoors. Just make sure that the LED fittings to be used are waterproof. Fittings that are IP rated generally have a special silicon coating that helps protect the bulbs from moisture and therefore reducing any fire hazard risks. Because LED fittings produce very little heat, these bulbs are safe to use even when integrated amongst the shrubbery and vegetation found in garden landscapes.

For special outdoor events, using LED sticks as temporary lighting options can be added inside potted plants or can be stuck directly to the soil and then put away once the event is over. Many of the LED fixtures for the outdoors are designed to be solar powered. In the event they aren't. Make sure that the power supply is at least waterproof as well.

Safety Feature

Other than its aesthetic qualities, LED fittings can provide many functional uses. They are employed as one of the finest and safest security systems in the lighting category. Installing LED fixtures along stairwells, hallways, nurseries, pathway, storage space interiors, etc. can eliminate any risks of accidents.