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Dec 02, 2016

CRI and LED Lighting

CR-WHAT? Sure, maybe you have heard of CRI, but if you’re like most people, you’ve never paid much attention to those three little letters. But if you’re in the market for an LED system, this bit of knowledge can mean the difference between lighting that you love, or lights that you simply tolerate. And let’s face it, if you’re wrapping up a remodel, the last thing you need is for finishing touches like lighting to spoil all your hard work! So what exactly is CRI? According to the Lighting Research Center, “CRI (color rendering index), is the measurement of a light source’s ability to show…

Oct 27, 2016

FAQ’s Answered

Can I exchange items I purchased for something else? Absolutely! We understand that often once you make an initial purchase plans can change. Frequently we encounter customers who want to exchange items for example there is the; “you ordered cool white and decided you really want warm white”, or the “I ordered a kit but I need different cable lengths“, or one of our favorites “the cabinet layout had to change due to another issue, and now our flexible led strips aren’t the right sizes”. We get it, we know more often than not when it comes to DIY or…

Oct 21, 2016

LED Technology in Bloom

There was once a time when we relied almost exclusively upon the sun for light, when people lived and died on the same fairly farm where they’d been born, and news traveled at the speed of horseback. Over the past century, advancements in technology have completely reformed what it means to be human, allowing us to live increasingly urbanized environments, providing us with access to many of the luxuries which we have come to take for granted. But this modern lifestyle has come with some costs, most notably when it comes to our health. Research has now explicitly linked the consumption of…

Apr 22, 2016

Earth Day: Past to Present

Every year on April 22nd, Americans and citizens from various nations across the globe celebrate the Environmental Movement with a tradition known as Earth Day. On this day we reflect upon the impact we as humans have on our planet, and take the opportunity to bring environmental issues and concerns to light. Earth Day is a chance for us to not only acknowledges the challenges we face in preserving our planet, but also to make changes which will help to avoid the destruction of our natural resources. So today, in honor of Earth Day, let’s take a moment to explore how this very important holiday came to…

Apr 12, 2016

LED Care & Maintenance Guide

For the most part, LEDs require little to no effort in terms of maintenance. In fact, this is one of the primary benefits of LEDs over more traditional bulbs. But there are a few simple steps which can be taken to help maintain the quality and extend the life of your LED lighting system. Clean Surface Prior to Install Most Inspired LED products are designed with an easy install in mind, so they are manufactured with an adhesive mounting option. To ensure that the LED adhesive remains secure for the life of the product, surfaces should be free of dust…

Apr 08, 2016

Sewing Machine LED Lighting Kit

sewing machine LED light kit from Inspired LED

Most commonly, LED lights are associated with accent lighting or under cabinet lighting, but there are countless other uses for LED flexible strips. Inspired LED products are also great for lighting up your collectibles, hobbies, or toys. And if your hobby happens to be sewing, then you’re in luck! Inspired LED has been retailing, testing, and refining our Sewing Machine Flexible LED Strip Kit for the past two years, in order to develop what we believe to be the ideal lighting solution for sewers and quilters alike. Our customers seem to agree, helping to make this kit a number one best seller on Amazon.com! Most modern…

Apr 07, 2016

Pairing Wine with LEDs

Everyone knows that aging is an important factor in creating a fine wine. It is a delicate chemical process which continues long after the bottle has left the winery, on through its time in storage, up until the moment the cork is pulled. Not surprisingly, a wine which is properly stored will age and maintain its flavor much better than those which have not been well cared for. In order to preserve the integrity of a wine, it is recommended that the bottles be kept in fairly precise conditions. According to experts, wine should never be exposed to excessive amounts of light,…

Mar 18, 2016

5 Ways to Brighten Up Your Home This Spring

The snow is melting, birds are singing, and the air is laced with sunlight. The return of spring is upon us at last! At Inspired LED, this is one of our favorite times of year, the season of all things bright and colorful, a time to throw open the windows and shake off the cobwebs. While lighting is, of course, our specialty, there are lots of ways to brighten up your home this spring! Join us as we explore these five simple ways to make the most of springtime around your home… Step one to a bright and happy home…

Jan 25, 2016

Ask An Engineer Part 1: LED Basics

As with any new technology, LEDs require some fairly specific background knowledge in order to fully comprehend both the functional properties, and possible methods of application. While everyone here at Inspired LED prides themselves on being knowledgeable enough to answer the most common technical questions regarding our products, there are, of course, times when this technology surprises us with a new challenge. This is when we turn to our resident LED expert- Engineering Manager, Tanner Leland. Aside from helping us to develop our latest and most innovative products, Tanner is the one we turn to for all things mechanical/electrical. Whether it is a unique customer…

Jan 12, 2016

Your Frequently Asked Questions, Answered! Part 3

Here at Inspired LED, we are constantly inundated with questions about our products. Everything from general inquiries about LEDs, to questions about power and specific products seem to be extremely common. Below we take a moment to answer a few of the more commonly asked questions that tend to be asked by our customers. Hopefully we can provide a concise answer to all of your questions here! Question 1: “I just received my sewing machine kit. Am I missing my second light strip with the expansion kit?” If you are unfamiliar with Inspired LED’s Sewing Machine Kit, this kit offers a cut to length light strip with all…

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