LED Panel Lights: Frequently Asked Questions

LED Panels are a great option for lighting your spaces while keeping your electricity bills low, as they consume much less power than other alternatives. On top of that, LED Panels come in different models, which allow you to customize them to your liking. Are you a fan of suspended lights? Great! Do you love recessed and discrete panels? No problem!

Here at LEDSAVE, we’re experts in all things LED-related, and we understand that you might have a few questions about how this lighting solution works, why you should choose it, and much more. To get all the answers you seek, please keep reading. 

LED Panels Frequently Asked Questions

At a glance, LED Panels don’t seem to have too much going on for them in technical terms. However, when you dive into the details of how LEDs work and the many benefits around them, it’s not only normal to have questions, but expected. 

Here are some of the most common things our customers ask us.

Are LED Panels More Efficient Than Fluorescent Lighting?

This is arguably one of the most important questions you should be asking when looking to replace your traditional lighting methods with LED Panel lights. The short answer is yes, but let’s dive deeper into exactly how much we’re talking about. 

Products like our EcoBrite 40-watt 600mm x 600mm LED Panel light can produce a light output equivalent to 4×18-watt fluorescent modulars while only consuming about 56% of the power. Over the years, this translates into considerable savings—even more so if you’re planning on replacing several lights. 

There’s also the matter of temperature. Have you ever been in a small room with a ton of fluorescent lights? It tends to get very hot pretty quickly. This won’t be an issue with LED Panel lights, as they do not produce nearly as much heat as other alternatives. 

What Are the Most Common LED Installation Options?

In most cases, LED Panel light installation options can be divided into three main categories: 

• Suspended Panels: These panels come with suspension kits, with wires either in a Y shape or with four connection points on the vertices. Suspended panels can be adjusted to hang between 30 and 300 cm from the ceiling. These are ideal for lighting an area while giving it a certain aesthetic. 
• Surface-mounted Panels: Surface-mounted panels are installed into frames that can be screwed to your ceiling or walls. These are great for when you need to keep the panels in a fixed position. 
• Recessed Panels: If you’re going for a more elegant, seamless look, recessed mounting frames should be your go-to, as they are installed into holes cut into your ceiling or wall, preventing them from sticking out and giving a levelled appearance. These are, by far, the most subtle alternative. 

What Are the Most Common LED Panel Sizes?

The most common LED Panel sizes are 1200mm x 600mm, 1200mm x 300mm, and 600mm x 600mm. If you’re looking to get linear lighting and wide coverage, you should go with the 1200mm x 600mm, whereas if you want a more uniform and modular look and lighting, then the 600mm x 600mm is the right choice.

Do LED Panels Come In Different Colour Temperatures?

Absolutely! LED Panel lights are not only meant to light your living, industrial or commercial areas, but also to make a statement. We have panels with the following colour temperatures:

• 4000K (warmer, but still cool)
• 5000K (cool light)
• 6000K (daylight)

Depending on the feeling you want to convey in your living spaces, you should choose one colour temperature or the other. For bathrooms, corridors, and some kitchens, we recommend a cooler light unless you’re going for a more relaxed look. In that case, 4000K is the way to go and will help make your living spaces much more inviting. 

It’s still not a warm light, but it’s closer than 5000K and 6000K.

Are There Emergency LED Panels?

One of the worst things to have happen to you during a blackout is to not have a backup light and having to go to the kitchen to find matches and candles. This can not only be scary, but also quite dangerous, as you can stumble upon many obstacles in your way. 

Fortunately, there are Emergency LED Panels that allow for up to 3 hours of backup lighting in case of a power outage. To make your LED Panels emergency-ready, you’ll need an emergency battery pack. You can connect them to your regular panels and turn them into a much-needed household item. 

The emergency kit is easy to plug and the replacement batteries are readily available and easy to charge. 

Which LED Panel Is Right for You?

In terms of size, colour temperature, and installation method, it all comes down to your personal preference, the size of your living or commercial spaces, and the type of look you’re going for. All LED Panel lights will be a welcome improvement over fluorescent lighting, and you’ll be raking in the savings before you know it. 

If you have any questions regarding our products, please do not hesitate to email us at enquiries@ledsave.co.uk, or give us a ring at 01652 638840. We’re open Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Please check out our contact page for more information.