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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…

Jan 08, 2016

Inspired LED 101: LED Terminology

In the world of LEDs, as with any new technology, there are a lot of new terms which need to be mastered in order to properly understand the features and elements of the system. Rather than focusing on the specific terms for Inspired LED products, as we have done in previous blogs, this week’s lesson will focus on more general industry terms. The more you understand about these common LED words, the better equipped you will be to have discussions and make decisions regarding LED technology. Lumen: [\ˈlü-mən\] Noun, Plural- Lumens, Abbreviation- lm The unit of luminous flux, equal to…

Jan 06, 2016

Predictions for 2016 Kitchen Trends

Last year’s style trends for kitchens played a lot on clean simple lines, open shelving, layers of texture, and according to every Pinterest board in sight, it’s own 50 shades of grey (yes, I am talking about the color). Now that 2015 has come and gone, let’s explore a few kitchen trends which we think will be popular in 2016 and into the future! Innovative Spaces Now, we know this might not be considered a “trend” but we can expect a lot of tech updates in kitchens this year. Simple upgrades like USB outlets and charging drawers both offer a convenient…

Dec 17, 2015

Plug-in or Hardwire: That is the Question

There are lots of things to consider when beginning a lighting project: color, brightness, shadowing. The right combination of these elements has the ability to transform the plain into contemporary, the dull into elegant, the blase into the inspired. But before getting carried away with matters of form, it is important to first address questions of function, and when it comes to LED lighting, the first and most important question is that of power. Whether its the light bulb in your lamp, the back light on your cell phone, or even the daylight cast by the sun’s rays- all light is…

Nov 16, 2015

Holiday Lighting FAQs

It seems to happen earlier and earlier every year… As soon as autumn leaves begin to frost, even before the last of our Thanksgiving Day leftovers have been finished, signs of the holiday season start to make their way onto streets and storefront windows. Department stores unveil their Christmas decorations, Santa’s little helpers begin their shopping, and everywhere, little colored lights begin to appear. Each year, around this time, we at Inspired LED notice a spike in phone calls and inquiries regarding our LED products. Many people are looking to use our lights to spruce up their homes or businesses…

Oct 20, 2015

Fall Lighting Guide 2015

Summer has come and gone. The seasons are slowly changing, and fall is beginning to make it’s first appearance across the United States. As the weather cools down, and we inevitably begin to spend more time indoors, now is the perfect time to begin preparing our homes for the company and celebration of the holidays. After all, there are only 11 days until Halloween, 36 days until Thanksgiving, and 66 days until Christmas! One of the easiest ways to upgrade your home for the holidays is with low voltage lighting. The simple addition of accent or task lighting can add elegance and depth from counters and…

Oct 05, 2015

Inspired LED 101: The Dos and Don’ts of Design Requests

While our Pro Series Panels and Cut & Connect Kits are a great DIY solution for simple lighting projects, when it comes to brightening up your newly remodeled kitchen or office, chances are you’ll want something a bit more tailored to your specific needs. This is where Inspired LED really stands out from the competition with our free Design Services! By simply submitting photographs or diagrams along with a few specifications, one of our skilled Design Team members can quickly and easily create a custom LED system especially for you. (Turnaround time for a completed design typically takes just 24-48 hours!) Pending your…

Aug 26, 2015

4 Ways to Upgrade Your Dorm Room

Summer is coming to an end and that means it’s time to hit the books! For many students this is the beginning of a new life: starting college! This once in a lifetime experience can be incredibly fun and exciting. Being on your own and having your own space cab be truly liberating, and often allows for new forms of self expression. Decorating and accessorizing your dorm room within a limited space is the first real test of college. Let’s explore some easy and affordable ways to put the “fun” in fundamental, giving your new dorm room an upgrade that is sure to…

Aug 21, 2015

Inspired LED Catalog Blog

Living in the digital age, especially in the world of business, it can sometimes be easy to overlook the value of the printed word. So much of what we do takes place online or over the phone, even via email, so that hard copies often seem a thing of the past. Like many companies, we at Inspired LED have long relied on technology to help support our growing business. Most of our products and services are accessible, even exclusively available, for purchase online. However, over the years as we have continued to grow and learn more about our customer base,…

Aug 13, 2015

Six Myths About LEDs

Six Things You May (Or May Not) Know About LEDs Myth #1 “LEDs aren’t as efficient as other lights.” LED’s may be little, but they pack a powerful punch! The average 40W bulb gives off around 450 lumens, that’s the equivalent of just 1.5 feet of our Ultra Bright flex. And for the equivalent of 40 watts, you could run an entire system of 20 feet of Ultra Bright LEDs. That’s enough to light you’re entire kitchen in exchange for the power of a single incandescent bulb. Myth #2 “LED lighting has blue undertones.” This is true and false. LEDs come in a variety of…

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