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.

energy saving solutions – save more than money with PIR presence detectors

To continue the same train of thought as we were having while introducing the Time Lag Switches(which are a good solution for the saving of the energy consumption) and the general intro for the PIR motion detectors, today we want to talk about a specific model – the SLFM360 from Timeguard – principles of functioning, where to locate it, and other features.

360º Flush Mount Ceiling PIR Light Controller – Features

• The SLFM360 utilises passive infrared technology to detect heat radiation of moving human bodies.
• Upon detection, the attached lighting load will illuminate for a user-determined time period.
• An integral daylight sensor ensures all day or night-only operation.
• Light Pollution and Considerate Lighting: Please be aware of the annoyance over-lighting an area can cause to your immediate neighbours.
• Light pollution caused by incorrectly installing a unit or over-lighting an area can be limited by carefully considering the location and position of your unit before installation.
• The light spread on all halogen floodlights can be reduced by angling the floodlight downwards on the mounting bracket.
• This will also concentrate the light on your property and limit the potential inconvenience of the light shining into your neighbours windows etc.
• Please see Selecting a Location for information on choosing the optimum location for any security light controlled by this unit.
• This product is suitable for indoor use only.
• Connected load must not exceed maximum 2000W filament/incandescent or 500W fluorescent/low energy lighting.
• Do not attempt to install if you are suffering from nausea or dizzy spells or on medication with similar side effects.
• If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
• Not suitable for use with discharge lighting.

Parts included in the SLFM360 PIR presence detector

• PIR Sensor unit.
• Instruction manual. Please keep safe for future reference.
• Accessory Pack. Includes wiring cover, 2 x cable clamps, 4 x clamp screws and 1 x lens mask sticker.

Tools and parts you need for installation

• 3 core flexible cable.
• Electric/hand-held drill & bits.
• 75mm or 3 inch diameter hole cutter.
• Terminal or Electricians screwdriver.
• Small Philips screwdriver.
• Wire cutters.
• Suitable mains interconnect cable.

Selecting a location for the PIR presence detector

• The motion detector has a number of detection zones, at various vertical and horizontal angles as shown.
• A moving human body needs to cross/enter one of these zones to activate the sensor.
• The best all-round coverage is achieved with the unit mounted at the optimum height of 2.5m.
• Careful positioning of the sensor will be required to ensure optimum performance.
• The sensor is more sensitive to movement ACROSS its field of vision than to movement directly TOWARDS. Therefore position the unit so that the sensor looks ACROSS the likely approach path.
• Avoid positioning the sensor where there are any sources of heat in the detection area (extractor fans, tumble dryer exhausts etc.) including opposite any other light sources such as other security lights.
• Reflective surfaces (ie pools of water or white-painted walls) and overhanging branches may cause false activation under extreme conditions.
• During extreme weather conditions the motion sensor may exhibit unusual behaviour.
• This does not indicate a fault with the sensor.
• Once normal weather conditions return, the sensor will resume normal operation.

This SLFM360 is part of SparksDirect’s offer of Energy Management solutions – see the full offer on our website, or download the pdf catalogue.

Energy Saving solutions – use Time Lag Switches for reducing the energy consumption

There is a quick and effective way to reduce the energy consumption for the lighting applications – use time lag switches(time delay switches)! The way these wiring accessories work is – by pressing the button/the pad, the lights turns on and, after a set interval of time, the light turns off! The range of time lag switches found at sparksdirect.co.uk do not require a neutral connection – they can simply replace the existing light switch; also, in most cases they represent a simpler/cheaper/more effective solution for lighting control.

Where can you use a time lag switch? The Time Delay Switches are ideal for the lighting applications on the stairwells(staircases), in the meeting rooms, on the corridors, in the entrance lobbies, the store cupboards, at the toilets, etc. They are fully suitable for new or retro-fit applications.

General Key Features and Benefits of the Time Lag Switches

• The time lag switches do not require a neutral connection(easy replacement of the existing light switches).
• The time lag switches are multi-way – all models can be act as 1 way, 2 way or intermediate switches.
• High rating – they switch flourescent and incandescent loads(see their particular specs).
• Tamperproof switches: the lights turn off even if the button is wedged down.
• Optional: weatherproof – for placing outdoors, outdoor lighting control.
• The Time interval – up to 20minutes, ensuring user safety(can be manually adjusted).
• Unless otherwise specified, these time delay switches take 10A of lighting including incandescent, fluorescent, compact fluorescent, low voltage (switch primary of transformer).

Some more specific models of such Electronic Time Delay Switches

The Push Button Electronic Time Lag Switches, the Ellipse range

• Push button activated, with a large ellipse button;
• Interval: 10sec – 20mins; can be used in 1/2ways and intermediate;
• Load rating at 230VAC – both at Incandescent, Fluorescent and Compact flourescent – 10A;
• Buy this Ellipse Time Lag Switch online.

The Push Button Electronic Time Lag Switches, the KH1 range

• The duration is set by the thumbwheel on the reverse of the unit, 20sec – 20mins, 10A;
• Comes with extra terminals to allow slave switches to be connected to the system to trigger the timer. The KH1N version has an illuminated push button to allow the unit to be located in the dark.
• Buy online this Round Button Time Delay Switch.

The Touch Activated Electronic Time Lag Switches, the KH2 range

• Available also in Weatherproof versions(KH3);10secs – 20mins;
• can be used as intermediate and 1/2 ways; activated by touching the pad;
• this is a time delay switch touch activated, with the option of having a neon;
• Buy this touch activated time lag switch online.

The MK Time Lag Switch with Rocker Switch

• Loads taken: 60W – 400W;
• Adjustable time delay 2-15minutes;
• Not suitable with fluorescent lamps, 2D or energy saving lamps/low voltage systems;
• Purchase online this MK made Time Lag Switch.

top 10 of the best and quirky designer lamps via sparksdirect online

These days, everyone blogs about “top 10 list of …”,  “the best 13 lamps…”, or “the 7 rules of the …” – all sorts of tips and lists, advices, etc. So we put together a list of the top 10 best quirky lamps offered by SparksDirect via our website to all the visitors and the customers. We already introduced this article here, and to see the pictures of the best 10 lights on our website – see them here. Also, you can find us online via different sites with this article, like:

• Sparks Direct Offers Customers Ten Of The Best Quirky Designer Lamps – in the prlog;
• We pick out ten of the most quirky, cool and cute lights from Sparks Direct’s huge collection of lighting – in the articlebase;
• Solutions for home improvement – sparksdirect is offering to its customers quirky designer lamps – the top 10;
• Glow Brick, Yellow Pickle Jar Lamp, Artemide Edge 30 Wall/Ceiling Light, Figaro Pendant Lamp, etc – top 10 quirky lamps;
• Melissa Square lamp in chrome and crystal, Flos SkyGarden Pendant, Marie Therese Chandelier, etc – top 10 quirky lamps;
• Do you speak Arabic? Then this article is also available for you to read – top 10 quirky lamps(in arabic);

and also on other websites. Don’t forget to follow us on twitter for more update, or… on twibs! If you have a business and wanna be connected, just search for us on twibs.

introducing more wall lights: Slice, Arwin, Lincoln, Carolina, and Verona; wall lamps at SparksDirect

“One article about lights per day” used to be our slogan and mission a little while ago, and now we came back to the same conclusion – there are so many light fittings on our website – Wall Lights, Bathroom Lights, Ceiling Lights, Outdoor Lights, Table Lights, X-Flex Xenon Lights, etc – yet many of them don’t have a “proper introduction”. So recently we have wrote some nice articles introducing some of these lights – especially some Wall Lamps, IP20 rated Wall Lights, best seller wall lights, double insulated wall lights, like:

The Slice AX0425 Wall Lamp with uplighting function only is the perfect wall light for home – discreet uplighter for wall mounting, and is also suitable for bathroom lighting zone 3. This is a simple and sleek wall light, ceramic light wall sconce. Part of the Best Seller Wall Lights, the Wall Lights and the Wall Lamps at sparksdirect, the Slice Wall Interior Uplighter adds to the general design of the modern home also by being paintable – you can paint this white ceramic wall lamp with the perfect matching color for your home.

Recommended to be used indoors, this interior wall-light is ideal for a nice lighting effect in the dining room, the living room or the bedroom. Read more in this article on our blog about the features of this single wall light and its dimensions.

Part of the Best Seller Wall Lights, the Wall Lights and the Wall Lamps at sparksdirect, this is an attractive white wall lamp (also suitable in bathroom zone 3) – the Arwin Modern ceramic wall light. Rectangular ceramic wall light fitting – the Arwin Wall Lamp can be painted to match the design of the wall/venue. Part of the modern range of ceramic and plaster wall light fittings that uses standard lamps. The Arwin Wall Light fitting offers a discreet warm white light, which is directed more up than down, having a nice cone-like shaped ceramic plate covering the direct shining of the light. Read more on our blog about the features and technical specs of the Arwin wall lamp and the schematic representation of the dimensions of this popular wall light.

Part of the wall lights / wall lamps that can be used in the bathrooms also, the Lincoln AX0334 Unswitched Bathroom Light is a classical wall lamp for domestic use. Designed for the modern bathroom, this IP44 rated wall lamp can be used in bathroom zones 2 and 3. Classical and stylish solution for wall mounted luminaire, Lincoln Bathroom Wall Light is in a polished chrome finish with a white opaque glass shade.

Read more about on our blog some of the Features and specs of this wall light for bathrooms and view a schematic representation of its dimensions.

Similar to other nice wall lights for a modern home like: the Park Lane Wall Lamps and the wall light with touch on/off,  the Carolina Touch Dimming Wall Light is a classical nice wall lamp with touch control – 3 step touch control dimmer – and a short arm. Available for in-store-pick-up (if you are around the Archway area in London and you want to pay us a visit to see this wall lamp) or for online order, this wall lamp is great to have by the bedside(this stylish wall light has a three stage touch switch built in). The Carolina Wall Sconce does not require an earth connection(class 2 rated) and, on the other hand, this luminaire is suitable for mounting on flammable surfaces(F Marked). Read more on our blog about some of the features of this single wall light and its dimensions, as supplied by its manufacturer.

The Verona Outdoor Lights is a solid die-cast aluminium made series of wall mounted luminaires. IP54 rated and half-grated wall lights, the Verona Wall Lamps are ideal for lighting the back or the front of the house, and their stylish design adds to the general decor of the surroundings. Available in either Silver Finish or Black Finish and in an Oval or Round version, this light is the perfect solution for both domestic and commercial environments. All the Verona Wall Lights for outdoors have a solid white opal diffuser.

Read more about this series of Verona Outdoor Wall Lights in the article on our blog, including more specific details about the Round version or the Oval version of these outdoor wall lamps.

How to find out when new articles come out on our blog? Subscribe by RSS or simply visit us at blog sparksdirect or – check out the Articles about Lights collection, where the new articles are marked with NEW!!!

new site with cheaper light fittings, best bargains for wall Lights and ceiling lights

You may have already noticed that there is a new website in our partner websites links, and this is: the LightsOK.co.uk site, high quality lights at a cheaper price – hot lights deals in London! They are available either for in-store pick-up, or they can be ordered online by simply choosing the Cheaper Lights option. Why pay such a large sum of money for the ceiling lights or the wall lights or the outdoor lights, when you can buy them(the same make and quality) at a lower price – reduced price – at sparksdirect?

Visit this website online to find out more about the less expensive light fittings available via sparksdirect, some of which are:

• Cheaper Summit Wall Light – cone wall uplighter at a cheaper price; order the Summit wall light online;
• Cheaper Rise&Fall Alpha Pendant – rise and fall cone pendant, hanging from the ceiling, at a cheaper price; order the Alpha Pendant online;
• Reduced Price Oval Bulkhead – cheaper outdoor wall light, metal and glass components; order the Oval Bulkhead online;
• Less Expensive Vermont Pendant – rise and fall ceiling light, Vermont Pendant – cheaper price! Order the Vermont Pendant online;
• Cheaper Round Outdoor Eyelid – round outdoor wall light, less expensive moulded eyelid for outdoors; order online the Round Outdoor Wall Light;
• Reduced Price Outdoor Wall Light – low voltage wall light for outdoors, round, IP66 rated; order the Low Voltage Wall Light online;
• Less Expensive Sienna Wall Light – excellent quality wall mounted light fitting in polished chrome finish and transparent glass shade; order online the Sienna Wall Lamp;
• Cheaper Coloured Glass Fixed Downlights – fixed ceiling spotlights with a coloured glass ring, less expensive than anywhere else; order online the Coloured Glass Downlights;

and other lights. Visit our new site at LightsOK.co.uk for more details.

high quality ceiling and wall spotlights and bathroom mirror lights via SparksDirect

On the one hand, there are the Best-Selling and not-so-expensive lights, and on the other hand there is a range of lights for the ceiling/wall/bathroom that are simply THE BEST, having a High Quality combined with a stylish design. Part of these excellent lights are the Ocean spotlights series(wall lights and ceiling lights), the DAR Empire spotlights(wall lights and ceiling lights), and the Livorno cabinet lights for bathroom(bathroom lights and wall lights).

Besides the existing bathroom lights and spotlights for bathrooms, there is a new range of lighting solutions for the bathroom ceiling – the Ocean range of Ceiling and Wall Spotlights. These fixtures are: the single spot Ocean(6095CH), double spot Ocean(6096CH) or 4 spot Ocean lights(6097CH); they are IP44 rated (suitable for zones 2 and 3 in the bathrooms) in polished chrome finish: chrome with mirror glass. The price they have simply reflects the high quality of these soon-becoming-popular bathroom ceiling lights. More technical specs and pictures of the existing models.

• Ocean Ceiling lights, bathroom lights, one or more spotlights for bathrooms.
• Buy online Ocean Lights for ceiling/wall.

Among the most elegant and modern lights(ceiling lights and wall lights) are the DAR Empire wall lights and ceiling lights. These beautifully crafted contemporary lighting solutions have a polished chrome plate as the base, which contrast in a very classy way with the matt black shade of the lamp. The Empire ceiling lights and the Empire wall lights can be used with a dimmer switch: they are dimmable lights. Though this range of DAR Empire lights are not among the cheapest one, they surely are among the most popular best quality ceiling lights and wall lights. As some would say: “Pay more now, enjoy better quality and for a longer time”.

• High quality ceiling/wall lights, DAR Empire spotlights, elegant light fixtures;
• Buy online Empire wall lights and ceiling lights.

In the Bathroom lights section, the Livorno Mirror Cabinet Light simply stands out – this wall mounted mirror bathroom light is one of the perfect solutions for a bathroom lighted mirror(with the light bulbs & the cabinet included). The Livorno 0360 Mirror light has two embedded fluorescent strip lights(located on its two sides); their positioning provide a mild glow of light, ideal for shaving. Behind the lighted mirror door, the cupboard has two shelves. For a more comfortable use, this Astro Lighting Livorno bathroom cupboard light is switched; the pull cord switch is located at the bottom right side of the cupboard.

• Some of the Livorno lighted cupboard features, application pictures, and the dimensions.
• Buy online Livorno mirror cabinet light for bathrooms.

best-seller wall lights-amalfi wall light, montparnasse wall light, park lane wall light, tokyo wall light

We continue on our “sister blog” to introduce the best selling wall lights, with the following popular wall lights:

Amalfi Wall Light – AX0423 – one of the most popular modern style uplighter&downlighter, ceramic wall lamp. At the bottom of this light fitting there is a simple stepped pattern, for adding to its nice design. If you want that this light would match the colour/design of the room, you can easily paint it with the desired colour. The Amalfi wall light is double insulated, and can be used with a dimmer – for dimming the light output(if you do not have a energy-saving light bulb in it). Read more in this article about the main features and view a schematic description of its dimensions. Buy online the Amalfi wall light on our site here.

Tokyo wall light – AX0472 - is one of the nicest lights recommended to be sited in the hallways, living rooms, bedrooms – for adding to the design of the venue/room. For as low as £38 +VAT you get a energy saving wall light with frosted glass diffuser that can be used even in the bathrooms (in zone 3, being IP rated to IP20, out of the range of the splashing water). Read more in this article about the general features of this popular wall light and its dimensions. Buy online the Tokyo wall light on our site here.

Montparnasse outdoor wall light – Solidly built with a metal encassing and clear glass shade, using a E27 60W GLS light bulb, this outdoor light can also be dimmable or used with a energy saving light bulb. Having a modern design and yet being very strong, Montparnasse outdoor lantern is IP44 rated – can face the rain or the strong winds that bring about water particles. It can be mounted on the walls of the house or garden shed, according to your preference, for adding to the existing design. As for the finish, the Montparnasse wall light for outdoors can be either in a bronze or in a polished nickel finish. Read more in this article about the Montparnasse wall light features or the Montparnasse outdoor light dimensions. Buy online the Montparnasse outdoor light for walls on our site here.

Park Lane Wall Light – the nickel finish(AX0516) or the bronze finish(AX0424) – Add to the design of your living area with this series of wall lamps – either a Park Lane with nickel finish and a black fabric shade, the Park Lane wall light with LED Flexi-spot and 2 switches(available in different finishes, the bronze or nickel finish) or the Park Line wall light in bronze finish and cream fabric shade. In the series of Introducing the best-seller wall lights and ceiling lights, today we would like to introduce the Park Lane wall light with nickel finish, Astro Lighting manufactured, AX0516 – a touch of glamour to your living area. Read more in this article about the main features of this wall light and the dimensions of the Park Lane wall light. Buy online the Park Lane series of wall lamps on our site here.