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Incandescent light bulbs convert only 20% of electrical energy into light, while wasting 80% in the form of heat. Eurolux Energy Saving Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL’s) however convert 80% of electrical energy into light. Now, with the advent of dimmable

CFL’s, this saving is increased. The control is in your hands – in the form of your dimmer switch. Dim your CFL’s anywhere between 100% and 20% and see the reduction in your electricity bill. Start saving – change to Eurolux CFL’s.

Energy efficiency made easy

Eurolux Day/Night

Energy Savers are now fi tted with adjustable caps. Fit lamp as normal and

adjust the sensor outwards.

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** Please refer to the index section at the back of the catalogue for respective product colour variations.

C335

C336

C337

C334C

C328

C332

C329

C331

C330

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C275C276

C277 C278

C237

C307C306

C273

C311

S276

C323P291

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C264 C265

C266 C267

C241

C242

C243

C149

C247

C248

C204C205

C

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C280 C281C152

C153

C169 C173

C244 C245 C246

C51

C178

C179

C282 C297

C89

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C192

C194 C166

C165

C268 C269 C270

C250 C251

C77C75 C76

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C108 C97

C109 C202

C64

C65

C172

C48

C171

C49

C176

C174

C296

C262

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C148 C103

C58

C57

C62

C180C59C61

C60

C102C147 C295

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There are fi ve main types of lighting to consider for a

kitchen:• Central lighting, including

downlighters• Track lighting• Under-counter lighting• Lighting cupboards (inside,

and from the outside in)• Pantry/Scullery lighting

Central Lighting

1. The biggest advantage of a single central light fi tting is that it should be easy to clean.

2. Remember that without an extractor fan, your light fi tting would get dirty as a result of condensation and general dust. If you don’t have an extractor fan, then avoid glass, perspex and glossy fi ttings. Rather use fl uorescent fi ttings or down-lighters.

The greatest disadvantage of a central light is that it will cast a shadow over your work surface,

because the light source will be behind you. To overcome this, position downlighters above and angled towards work surfaces.

Track Lighting

Track fi ttings are quite popular

in kitchens. The effect is similar to that of downlighters, but the advantage is that you do not need to incur high installation costs.

The track consists of a fl exible cable which can be redirected at

The kitchen is one of the most expensive rooms in the home to renovate, so it is important to make the right choice when it comes to lighting. The kitchen has become a multi-purpose room and lighting needs to be both decorative and functional. It needs to deliver ambiance, while at the same time the chef needs to see what she or he is doing.

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any angle although it cannot be curved. It can be installed from room to room, across ceilings of varying heights (including down stair wells), as well as being able to run down walls or columns.

Light fi ttings are attached onto the track wherever you need them. For instance, you may want spots above kitchen work surfaces and a pendant above your breakfast nook, or you may want to match the fl oor lamps in your adjoining lounge with your kitchen fi ttings (particularly if you have an open-plan kitchen).

Under-Counter Lighting

The advantage of under-counter lighting is that you can switch off the central fi tting and leave on the under-counter lighting to create a soft ambiance in the kitchen. This is ideal if your kitchen is used for entertaining or if it’s a room where your family like to congregate and chat.

There are two types of under-counter lighting, depending on the effect you want to achieve: • A fl uorescent light will give

a cool, broad pool of light

and is excellent for lighting up work surfaces

• A downlighter will give a warm ambient light which creates an appealing atmosphere – be aware that you cannot mount this under a cupboard containing perishable items because downlighters generate heat.

Lighting Cupboards

There are two types of cupboard lighting:1. Outside Lighting a cupboard from

the outside in, so when you open the door you can see the contents. Use adjustable downlighters fi tted around the perimeter of the kitchen units, or on a track system. Remember that the larger the cupboard and the higher the ceiling, the further away your lights will need to be.

2. Inside Lighting inside a cupboard is

used to display contents such as crystal glasses, ornaments, crockery, sculptures, etc. Position the downlighter inside and at the front of your cupboard – not towards the middle or back of the cupboard or it will create shadows.

Pantry/Scullery Lighting

The pantry and scullery are functional rooms. Lighting needs to be bright but not harsh. Consider using spotlights, since the light can be directed to exactly where it needs to be.

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C312

C15

C16

C235

C158

C92

C100

C101

C17

C142

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C201

C200

C113 C114

C210

C211

C212

C93

C94

C95

C96

C8 C9

C196

C98

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Lighting bathrooms

Central lights & Downlighters

A light in the centre of the room provides adequate but not ideal light. It is advisable to use sealed waterproof downlighters to augment the lighting effect. It is especially important to use a sealed downlighter above the shower because of the effect of steam, which can create a short circuit or possibly cause fi re.

If installing downlighters is too costly, perhaps consider replacing your central fi tting with a circular fl uorescent in a sealed fi tting. Circular fl uorescents offer a wider spread of light, fl uores-cents produce a lot of light, don’t use much electricity, and since bathroom lights are often left on throughout the night, this is a wise option.

Mirror lighting

Bathroom mirrors are available in various shapes and sizes and will infl uence your choice of lights.

Illuminating a bathroom is especially important as good lighting will guarantee men a better shaving result and woman better make-up and styling results. When planning additional lighting for the bathroom, it is wise to seek specialist advice from an electrician.

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Remember, the most important factor is to ensure that your face is evenly lit to prevent shadows which may come across as premature aging. Even lighting leads to a better shaving result and make-up application.

Don’t bounce light off your mirror and onto your face. This would create a glare and affect your vision. To illuminate the image of your face in the mirror, light should be directed from the wall or mirror towards your face.

The ideal situation would be to light from either side, using wall lights. This is easier to achieve by using oval, rectangular, square and round mirrors, which take up less wall space. If you have a diamond- or octagonal-shaped mirror in a small bathroom, it is best to light from above the

mirror. Just remember when looking into the mirror, that you need to tilt your face up slightly to remove the shadows from under your eyes and nose.

Another option is to use tilting downlighters either side of your mirror; however installing them requires precision. It is best to position them as close to the wall as possible, and to use two downlighters to light from either side.

Bathroom cupboards

If items such as razors and hairdryers are stored under the bathroom sink, you may want to make your life easier by installing under-counter lights to illuminate these cupboards, which are usually very dark. That way getting ready for work in the

morning will be a breeze since you’ll be able to fi nd things more easily with the extra light.

An alternative to under-counter lighting is to use a battery-op-erated Touch Light with LEDs. A Touch Light is also a handy item for power outages.

Fans & Heaters

An extractor fan is good for removing steam from the bathroom and protecting your electrical components.

A bathroom heater should be positioned near where you stand when you get out of the bath or shower. A directional infra-red heater both warms you and helps to dry you off, while a bar heater warms up the entire bathroom. Bar heaters take a while to heat up and are not a good option if you shower or bath quickly, unless these are switched on well before you take the bath or shower. Infra-red heaters usually have a light fi tting, making them dual purpose.

Guest loo

You may like to consider a Sensor Switch for your guest loo. A light switches on when it detects movement and remains on for adjustable periods of time. They are programmed to turn on only when light levels are low, so they are excellent energy savers.

Sensor switches are also ideal to use in entrance halls and at the front of the house.

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C85

C86

C318

C317

C54 C55 C316

C123 C125 C127

F33

F31

F32

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C238

C239

C240

C155 C154 C10 C11 C12C319

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C231 C232

C206

C207

C208

C209