New lights, new blog, and new Whole House Ventilation system

It’s all new – we have been working hard this past week to put out many many new things and items, like – new light fittings, a new blog, and a new whole house ventilation system.

New Lights for indoors and outdoors

• New outdoor wall lights, exterior light fixtures, lamps and eyelids, LEDS-C4 made;
• New Outdoor Wall Lights and Spotlights, single or twin wall lamps, LEDS-C4 made, part 2;
• New Outdoor Ceiling Lights, Exterior Pendants and Flush Fittings, LEDS-C4 made;
• Momo Swing Arm Wall Light, switched wall mounted lamp with white/black shade;
• Indoor and outdoor lights – the new additions at SparksDirect;

A new blog – with New Lights from Sparks & Lights

• There are many different kinds of light fittings you can purchase via Sparks & Lights;
• New blog: Introducing the new lights for interior and/or exterior found at SparksDirect;
• New Bathroom Light: Palermo 1200, Longer Over-mirror Strip Light;

New Whole House Ventilation System – the AiroVent

• Not a simple, common system, but a Whole House Ventilation – Extractor Fan;
• The Airovent WHV-8 and WHV 8-14 – extracting the stale air from the whole house;
• More details and technical specs from the manufacturer(Airflow) – about the Airovent;

Illuma tracklights, track spotlights, track fittings, the ranges

We have started introducing a series of track spotlights from Illuma, which can be followed by the tags Illuma Track Lights and Track Systems. Here are some of the more important ranges, all of them available via the Track Lights – Illuma Track Spotlights.

The Illuma Rocket Track Lights

The Rocket range of Track Lights from Illuma is an essential range of compact spotlights for mains operated PAR halogen reflector lamps. They are specifically designed for universal applications. Available with the normal lamp version and with the cone lamps, this series of Spotlights is for the 1-circuit track. As to the usage, the Illuma Rocket is ideal for highlighting and general lighting in retail, commercial and domestic applications, particularly where unobtrusive miniature fittings are required. Read more in this article about the general features of this range of Illuma Rocket Track Lights, some technical data, the materials used for its construction, and the available models (T325WH, T326WH, T327WH and T328WH)- buy online the Illuma Rocket Spotlights via Sparksdirect – the best price online!

Illuma Electrostar, Lightweight Track Spotlights

Part of the Illuma Track Lights, the 1-circuit track lighting systems, the Illuma Electrostar range is a series of compact, lightweight spotlights for mains track or surface mounting. They are ideal for both highlighting and general lighting in retail, commercial and leisure environments. Read more in this article online about the Illuma Electrostar’s features, the lamp data & the materials used for this series of spotlights.

Illuma Lumapar, Discreet Track Spotlights

The Illuma Lumapar range of track spotlights belongs to a flexible range of discreet spotlights for mains tungsten halogen lamps not requiring a transformer. They are ideal for highlighting and general lighting in retail, commercial and domestic applications, particularly where unobtrusive miniature fittings are required. The Illuma Lumapar range has twelve styles in white, black or silver-grey (all) or chrome finish (TM3210/S, TM3220/S, TM3410/S and TM3420/S only); the standard track versions are for use with Illuma 1-circuit track; all can be also used as surface-mounting versions. Read more in this article online about some of the features of the Lumapar range, the lamp details, technical data, and the materials used for this range.

Illuma Electrospot, Highlighting Track lights

The Illuma ElectroSpot range of track lights has a timeless design for use on mains track or surface mounting. This range is ideal for both highlighting and general lighting. The quality of lighting is given also by the new illumaled lamp technology.

Read more in this article online about the features of the Electrospot range, the ease of installation, the lamp description, some technical data, the materials used, and the Illuma Electrospot versions available.

Illuma Topspot, Surface or Track Light

One of the most popular track light fitting range from Illuma, the Illuma Topspot T310 / T410 is a simple yet versatile range of spotlights for mounting on a 1-circuit track, accepting reflector, PAR and GLS lamps. The Topspot T310 range is a track mounted spotlight, and the Topspot T410 is a surface mounted spotlight – whether you need the spot light to be surface or track mounted, we have the right solution for you! Read more in this article online about the Topspot features, details about the installation, lamp features, some technical data, and the materials used.

Illuma Concepta Robust diecast tracklights

One of the most popular and much appreciated ranges from Illuma, the Illuma Concepta range of track lights, is a robust, diecast aluminium range of spotlights, with fully adjustable body and head. These track light fittings are ideal for accent lighting in retail, commercial and leisure environments. This article introduces the Illuma Concepta range(especially the Concepta TH3111X series) – Find out more about the technical specs of this track light fitting, details about the 2 series in this range, and more about the Concepta TH3111X – features, installation, lamp description, the materials used, and some technical data.

Excellent Lights, One of a Kind – 10 amazing light fittings for the first to grab them!

We go through our Lights collection periodically, and the ones that are no longer manufactured, but we have them on display in stock, we list them at Ex-Display, Collection Only section. These are “One Of a Kind – Unique Light Fittings” – for in-store pick-up only. Being EOL(End Of Line) does not mean that they are not nice – check out below this list of 10 amazing light fittings available for the first one to come and get them!

Left: Laser arrow step light in pressed steel case with arrow cut out design. Requires 12V 60VA transformer which will run up to 12 fittings. Lamp included. Price: £20.00 (Save: 38% off, was: £32)
Right: Walkie Talkie Square waterproof recessed downlight for floor or solid wall. Optional housing for concrete(see below). Also suitable for external use. Price: £75.00 (Save: 50% off, was: £150).

Left: Murano Onda 30P satin-finish, curved and silk-screened glass with chromed detail wall light. Can be mounted adjacent to each other for effective. Price: £68.00 (Save: 55% off; was £152.00).
Right: Nemo Auriga square opal white glass wall light with blue glass inner circle. Lamp not included. Price: £48.00 (Save: 71% off; was: £165.00).

Left: Ferrara matt nickel wall light with five opal white glass shades. Low voltage fitting with integral transformer. Lamps included. Price: £65.00 (Save: 58% off; was: £156)
Right: Sestri ceramic square wall light. Lamp not included. Sestri Wall Light. Price: £10.00 (Save: 69% off; was: £32.00)

Left: Nemo Jupiter halogen wall light in polished aluminium provided with red light filters. Halogen lamp gives warm light and excellent colour rendering. Price: £20.00 (Save: 67% off; was: £60.00)
Right: Madrid brushed steel wall light with acid etched glass allowing light to diffuse both upwards and downwards. Lamp included. Price: £30.00 (Save: 56% off; was: £68.00)

Left: Garden pedestal lantern in silver grey finish. For external use. Lamp not included. Price: £13.00 (Save: 66% off; was: £39.97)
Right: Murano VIP semi-recessed low voltage downlight with large crystal sphere in cast glass with air bubble effect on chromed metal fitting. Price: £70(Save: 63% off; was: £188.00)

And this is just a small selection of the many modern light fittings for indoor / outdoor you will find at Sparks & Lights Showroom – located in Archway, North London!

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Illuma Lights rocks – high quality IP rated Downlights and Wall Lights, good reviews!

We have started for a while now to go through the many ranges of Track Lights, Spotlights, Ceiling Lights, Wall Lights, etc – manufactured by Illuma, on our main blog – reviewing Illuma Lights. Here are the main ranges of wall lights and ceiling lights we covered so far:

Illuma Lumaseal – IP65 semi-flush wall/ceiling light

The Illuma Lumaseal range is a tough contender for numerous general and ambient lighting solutions. Its IP65 rated construction makes it suitable for interior wet environments as well as exterior usage. The Lumaseal range is represented on our site by DL3TD428 – Illuma Lumaseal IP65 semi-recessed light 28W – but if you require any other models, please let us know. Read more + view applications of the Lumaseal range of Lights.

Illuma Project 95 – Interior Classic Downlights

These nice small downlights from Illuma, the Project 95 range, are a series of classic, shallow-depth downlights. Ideal for both highlighting and general lighting in retail, commercial and general interior applications. Particularly, they are suitable where the ceiling void is shallow. Flexible recessed lights – the direction of the light can be modified as needed. Read more about the Illuma Project 95 range(including dimensions, applications, the full range, etc).

Illuma Proseal IP65 Die-Cast Downlights

Usage: This Illuma Proseal IP65 ceiling light is ideal for damp and humid environments, such as kitchens, bathrooms, showers and exterior soffits. The front glass pulls down easily for a quick lamp change. This range of downlights are either with a clear or with a frosted glass. Read more on our blog about some of the features of this downlight, the lamp features, some technical data, and the materials used for the Illuma Proseal IP rated downlight – see available models.

Read more about these ranges, and also about the other Illuma manufactured light fittings(like the spotlights and the tracklights) via our blog – Lights Reviews Online.

LUXOMAT energy saving single channel occupancy detector – surface or flush fitting

We have joined all the other voices online crying out for the more frequent use of more energy-saving solutions by introducing the PIR-presence detectors, the Time Lag switches, the B.E.G. Luxomat Detectors intro, some PIR detectors and info, the Illuma advice for energy saving, essential steps for saving the energy, google knol on energy saving, etc. To continue the introducing of the B.E.G Luxomat range of Occupancy Detectors, today we have the Luxomat PD3 series – single channel flush or surface mounted occupancy detectors. This range of detectors provides simple, localised control of the lighting or HVAC system, by automatically turning the load on when needed for indoor ceiling applications, with 360° coverage. The detector LUXOMAT® PD3-1C-SM is available in a e version with integrated acoustic sensor (micro version), can also cover persons who otherwise by the infrared radiation of the detector would not be recognized (e.g. in corners or behind walls)! Typical applications of the series of PD3 Luxomat Occupancy Detectors: monitoring of smaller areas like stairwells, private garages, galleries, wash rooms. Read more about the features and the technical data about this range.

Luxomat PD3 Occupancy Detector features

• Switches all types of light fixtures.
• Switches 2000W of incandescent or 1000W fluorescent load.
• 10m detection zone (5m seated, 6m walking towards and 10m walking across).
• 15 seconds to 30 minutes adjustable time delay.
• Models available: Surface mounted(SM) and Flush(FC) fittings.
• With or without acoustic sensor (micro).
• IP rating: SM is IP54, FC is IP20.
• 10 – 2000 Lux adjustable photocell.
• Manual controllable occupancy detector for inside use LUXOMAT® PD3-1C-SM/-FC/-FM PD3-1C-SM/-FC Micro for surface, false ceiling and flush mounting with circular detection area.
• One channel to switch the lighting.
• Switching for all types of light fixtures by high performance relay.
• Optical system, designed for highest sensitivity.
• Serial impulse function (gong).
• Sensitivity adjustment.
• SM fits onto conduit box.
• Buy the Luxomat PD3SM or Luxomat PD3FC via SparksDirect.

PD3 Occupancy Detectors – Technical Data

• Adjustments manual by potentiometer;
• Power supply: 230V~ +6%/-10%;
• Detection area: circular, 360°;
• Range in m (e.g.): Ø radius;
• Seated: 5.00 2.50;
• Walking across: 10.00 5.00;
• Walking towards: 6.00 3.00;
• Mounting height: 2 – 3m;
• Power consumption: < 1W;
• Light measuring: mixed light – artificial and daylight to control the light;
• Channel 1 (Control the lighting);
• Switching power: 2000W, 1000W; dry contact type: NO;
• Time settings: impulse or 30sec – 30min.;
• Light sensor: 10 – 2000Lux;
• Protection: SM IP54, FC and FM IP20, FC with accessory (92206) also IP23 / Class II / CE;
• Dimensions:
  - SM Ø 106 x H 52mm;
  - FC Ø 80 x H 84.5mm;
  - FM Ø 98 x H 65mm;
• Housing UV- and shock-resistant Polycarbonate;
• Ambient temperature: -25°C to +50°C.

To purchase the Flush Occupancy Presence detector Luxomat PD3FC or the Surface Mounted Occupancy Presence detector Luxomat PD3SM, visit the Occupancy Detectors&Switches category on our website.

Crystal ceiling or wall lights, the Fabbian Vicky and Cubetto ranges, Italian made Glass and Crystal Lamps

A simple look at the Fabbian ranges of wall lights, ceiling lights, pendant lights, floor/table lights will leave you speechless in admiration of the high quality and fine details of each range. Every range put out by this Italian Light Fitting Manufacturer – Fabbian – includes Ceiling Pendant Lights, Wall Lights(single light, double light, uplighter, downlighter, flexible of fixed), table lights, floor lights, Suspension Ceiling Lights, etc. Recently we took a closer look at the Fabbian Vicky range and the Fabbian Cubetto range, and see for yourself what we found out:

Fabbian Vicky Pendant, Ceiling and Wall Lights – Crystal Decorated Lamps

Have you ever heard of the Fabbian Vicky Crystal Decorated Pendant / Ceiling Light or the Fabbian Vicky Crystal Wall Lamp? It is one of those high class glass lamps hanging from the ceiling that you see in the “rich people” ’s homes – but now available for everyone to see, enjoy, check out, and order online! When I was looking at the pictures from Fabbian, the Vicky Range simply stood out – the modern and classy design, the peculiar glass shape, the decorated diffusers…. it’s just Excellent!

Check out the features and also some of the pictures of how this lamp looks like, and… judge for yourself! Also – buy online the Fabbian Vicky range of light fittings via SparksDirect.

Fabbian Cubetto Wall, Pendant and Ceiling Suspension Lights – Pressed Crystal Lamps

In this article, we just want to have a nice showcase of the Fabbian Cubetto range of pressed crystal ceiling lights, wall lights, and pendant ceiling lights. There are some general features below, but the pictures(Cubetto one wall light, Cubetto multiple Suspension Ceiling lights, Cubetto wall lamps, etc) express more than a thousand words – just enjoy the selected photos of this range and…. to purchase them, click the respective links to visit the Fabbian Cubetto collection!

Continue reading this article – check out the Fabbian Cubetto excellent range of pressed crystal light fittings, and buy online Cubetto Lamps from SparksDirect.