How To Dim LED Lights For The Perfect Home Ambiance: A Tutorial
LED lights can be a great addition to any home and are a popular choice across the region. Renowned for being a reliable, sustainable lighting solution LED lights can be used in every room across the home and can be more affordable than other lighting options.
Despite all of their benefits, there is one persistent issue that seems to arise with LED light installation – dimming. At SCV Electrical, we offer electrical installations and maintenance to commercial and domestic premises across London and the surrounding areas.
In our many years of service, we have helped clients improve their energy output with LED lights but continue to see the same issue arise time and time again when it comes to controlling the brightness.
In this blog post, we are going to discuss the query we often get and aim to answer it so you have greater control over your home ambience. Check out our video tutorial or keep reading to learn how to dim LED lights effectively.
How To Dim LED Lights
We’ve created an accompanying video to take you through the process of dimming LED lights, hosted by our very own Dave, an expert in all things electrical.
He notes that dimming LEDs can be a tricky task, equating it to “navigating a minefield” which is why many of our clients struggle with this issue. However, with some careful manipulation and professional advice you can learn how to dim LED lights and create the setting you want for your home.
Understanding the Complexity of LED Lighting
Dimming LED lights can be more complicated than with any other electrical light because of the unique features they present. Unlike regular incandescent lights, LED lighting requires a bit of trial and error to get it right – even for our experts.
Not all LED lights are ready out of the box to be dimmed and adjusted in such a manner, which is why the process can seem more complicated than it needs to be. The most common reason why you cannot dim LED lights is compatibility issues between the lamp and the dimmer switch, which is often not present with traditional light bulbs.
With these compatibility issues, you may experience challenges such as flickering lights or the dimmer switch refusing to turn on when paired with LED lights specifically.
Hiring professional electrical contractors, like those at SCV Electrical, can help manage these issues as we have a variety of solutions available. When we are called to work on LED light issues like this, we often spend some time resting various bulbs to pin down the best fit for your home and work to install these.
In many cases, dimming does not work with LED lights simply because the output is too great for the bulbs you have chosen. Professional help makes it easy to identify and resolve any issues you may be having.
Our Recommendation: Varilight Modules
It is common for homeowners to find issues with LED lighting simply because they haven’t chosen the right bulbs or fittings for their requirements.
Luckily, there is a better solution and at SCV Electrical we have consistently found great results with Varilight Modules.
Varilight is a reputable company known for its range of dimmer switches and a company we work with during light installations, especially with LED bulbs. These dimmers often prove to be the most reliable, especially with LED bulbs and dimmable light models.
These dimmers offer a range of benefits and are incredible versatile, allowing us to provide them in all kinds of settings. A particular perk of Varilight Modules is the customisation of the driving mode that can be controlled through the switches and allows for an extra degree of flexibility in your lighting.
In the video, Dave shares a recent personal experience where he had to cycle through the driving modes on an LED lamp installation that was giving off too much flicker. As he explains in the video, only on the third setting did the lights perform as they should.
This anecdote highlights the need for patience and methodical testing when learning how to dim LED lights and getting them just right.
Real-Life Demonstration: Bathroom Setup
The video also includes a demonstration of a bathroom setup, complete with LED dimming.
Take a closer look and you’ll see a combination of pulley switches and dimmers controlling four light fittings across the space. With our stunning installations, this bathroom now offers minimal to no noticeable flickering for the perfect lighting scenario at any time.
Ending Note
LED dimming might seem daunting, but with the right tools and a little patience, you’ll soon have a perfectly dimmed room. Unlike traditional light bulbs, LED lights do come with their own challenges which is why getting the results you want can take longer than expected.
LED lights can offer a range of benefits, including lower energy bills, which is why they are a great option for your home. They can be customised and paired with dimming switches, but patience and professional help may be required when learning how to dim LED lights.
Check out our video to see this process in action and learn how to dim LED lights for yourself. Remember, it is not an exact science, but with the right guidance, you can get the ideal light setting for your home.
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At SCV Electrical, we’re always ready to provide you with the electrical solutions you need.
