Environmental Tip of the Week

A few weeks ago the Australian government banned traditional light bulbs because they are so inefficient. It is not only the standard traditional bulbs that can be replaced by energy efficient versions…

There is a new technology available designed to supersede halogen spotlights – the sort you might have in your kitchen or bathroom. Instead of using a filament that gets hot, they contain a small fluorescent tube folded up. As a result they use around a quarter of the energy and last considerably longer. Some are even dimmable, simply by clicking the light switch in quick succession.

So, if you are having some new spotlights fitted, make sure you ask for GU10 compact fluorescent bulbs. For more info click here