The one thing we know about lights these days is that LED lights are the main and most commonly used types of lights available on the market. Since their appearance, they have successfully replaced the old incandescent lights for numerous reasons. The best thing is that they can be used indoors and outdoors, both in residential and commercial facilities. But what are these lights exactly?!

What Type Of Bulb Is Led?

Well, LED stands for light emitting diode’ and it is a semiconductor tool that converts electricity into light. The best thing about these lights is that they produce light about 90% more efficiently than incandescent light bulbs which makes them the most energy-efficient type of lighting present on the market. The choice of these lights is huge and so is the choice of fittings.

What Are the Many Fitting Types?

The choice of these lights is huge, so finding LED light bulb models that meet different designs is super easy, even if looking for vintage-inspired, modern or contemporary bulbs that will meet these designs.

Edison Screw – E27

This may be one of the most commonly used types of LED mainly in homes. This bulb has a screw base of 27mm which is similar to the incandescent halogen E27 light, only more energy-efficient. Being energy efficient contributes to cutting down costs which is another reason for the popularity of LED lights in general.

Edison Small Screw – E14

As the name suggests, these bulbs are similar to the E27 ones but only smaller in diameter. With 14mm in size, these small bulbs are mainly used on appliances, as decorations and on chandeliers for giving you a more subtle light.

Bayonet – B22

With a diameter of 22 mm, this bulb is another common choice in many households. Practice shows that it can be mainly used in table lamps and lampshades.

Small Bayonet – B15

The small bayonet light has a 15mm diameter and is perfect for being used in smaller lamp holders.

R50

These lights are known as reflector lights, featuring a screw base to an E14 bulb. The main difference between these two is the R50’s flatter bulb top which is designed to accommodate another light fixture.

R63

This is another reflector bulb with an E27 screw base and a bulb cap. It’s made for light fixtures that require such design.

PAR38

This light bulb has a large amount of lumens and is perfect for being used in places that require a lot of brightness. Quite often, they are used in workshops, security, playgrounds and as commercial lighting.

Smart Bulbs

LED lights are constantly evolving, and now you can choose from their amazing invention – smart lights. Designed to be installed in both residential and commercial facilities, these smart solutions are extremely convenient, easy to use and versatile. Available in numerous colours, they allow for being controlled via remote controller, smartphone and even through voice command.

What Are Some Popular Led Light Bulbs?

Regular/Globe

The regular types of LED lights are designed to replace the standard incandescent bulbs and the compact fluorescent lights. Their shape and purpose are the same, only more appealing, effective, energy-efficient and with a larger colour range.

Golf Ball

These are used for illuminating smaller areas mainly for decorative purposes. However, some people love using them instead of regular globe lights because they are smaller in size which makes them more subtle.

Candle

These bulbs are compact and elegant, perfect for being used in smaller lighting fixtures. Practice shows that people use them mainly around the Christmas season as they are quite eye-catching and different from the globe/ball-like bulbs.

Flame Tip

Quite similar to the candle type of lights, these ones have a flame-tip which makes them perfect for being used on chandeliers. They can come in frosted finish which makes them ideal for being used for all those of you who want to escape from the regular light glass.

Dimmable

If you love the idea of setting up the mood, you would probably love the idea of investing in dimmable lights as well. These LED lights can be dimmed with the help of a switch or remote control. The main thing to have in mind when choosing light bulbs of this kind is whether the current dimmer switch can operate an LED bulb, or whether you will need a compatible LED dimmer in order to run properly.

LED Filament

The exposed filament bulbs are another popular choice in both commercial and residential spaces. These exposed lights are usually hanging out from industrial-style pendant fittings and are mainly used for obtaining accent and ambient light. They are extremely eye-catching and perfect for being used by those of you who are in love with the industrial designs. Aside from being used on hanging fixtures, they can also be used in ceiling fixtures and floor/table lamps.