Discover more about LED

Today’s LED is all about warmth. Philips LED bulbs produce a beautiful warm light from the moment you switch them on.

Whether you’re setting the mood in the living room or looking for task lighting in the kitchen, Philips LED has you covered. With familiar bulb shapes and instant brightness, you are able to create a comfortable environment in every room of your home.

Did you know that colour temperature is actually what makes light feel warm or cool? – a lower colour temperature produces a warmer, more relaxing light and a higher colour temperature emits a cooler, more energizing light. Philips LED technology makes it possible to enjoy LED without sacrificing the light quality you are used to. Use our colour slider below to learn more

The long lifetime of Philips LED means you’ll change your bulbs less often. Their energy efficiency means you’ll see the benefits in your wallet as well.

Philips LEDs use up to 80% less energy than traditional incandescents while producing the same beautiful warm light you are used to. A Philips LED bulb can last for up to 15,000 hours, which is equal to 15 incandescents. So not only will you have to change fewer bulbs, there will be less waste as a result. Your home is worth investing in – let Philips help.

The quality of Philips LED light is evident by its high color rendering value, meaning colors remain true and natural, always.

Not only will warm, bright light enhance your home’s interior and bring colors to life, the longevity and durability of our bulbs mean you’ll change them less often. While the traditional exterior feels familiar, the advanced LED technology inside is what sets our bulbs apart. And not only will colors remain true, the light output remains stable throughout the lifetime of the bulb – meaning you’ll enjoy the warm glow for years to come.

Continue reading to learn more about the Color Rendering Index and what this means when choosing the right light
source for your home.

Being able to adjust your light source means you’re able to create the perfect atmosphere in your home, anytime. Warm and bright and dim and cozy – Philips LED can help.

Lighting is a practical and beautiful way to enhance your home. The convenient and flexible lighting of Philips dimmable LED allows you to set the scene simply and beautifully.

Our wide selection of dimmable lighting makes it easy to adjust the light intensity in your home. Even at low light levels, Philips’ light is stable and pure. Our dimmable bulbs are the ideal replacement for incandescent and halogen bulbs in terms of quality of light, compatibility and light output.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect dimmable lamp or you want to replace your current bulbs, we have whatever you need to make your home both comfortable and bright. From ambient to task lighting, Philips has got you covered when it comes to LED.

The first LED bulbs on the market produced a very white light. Many people think that’s still the case.

However, LED technology has evolved significantly. Today, Philips LED lights are available in a variety of white colors – everything from warm white yellow through to cool blue. You can choose a LED light that shines with the familiar warm glow of a traditional lightbulb - or go for one that mimics natural light. Look for the 'shade of white' indication on the packaging. 

Wattage is often confused with brightness. With traditional bulbs, we relied on wattage to indicate bulb brightness. 

However, wattage does not measure brightness, it measures power consumption. LED bulbs emit the same amount of light as traditional light bulbs. When selecting LED bulbs, look at light output, which is measured in lumens (lm).  It’s indicated on our packaging.  For your convenience, we also show the equivalent wattage of an incandescent because we know you are still familiar with this. 

Low quality LEDs have been are currently flooding the market. Many of these LEDs start to noticeably fade after a year.   

Philips LEDs were designed to provide a consistent quality of light over time. They will keep shining almost as brightly as they did when new for most of their lifetime.  Philips LED lights will last for 15,000 20,000 hours - that’s about 15 years*.

* Average life at 2.7 hrs/day

The first LED bulbs cost considerably more than conventional traditional bulbs . 

Today, LED bulbs are closer in price to traditional conventional bulbs, they use less energy and last longer thus pay off.. Philips LED bulbs last up to 15,000 20,000 hours, which is 15 years when used 2.7 hours per day on average. If a bulb is on for three-and-a-half hours per day, it will last for 15 years. Philips LED bulbs consume about 80% less energy than conventional bulbs. So, you can ’ll soon enjoy significant savings on your energy bill. 

Many people think that LEDs cannot be dimmed or controlled.

Yes, they can. LEDs are digital, which means they can be turned on or off.  However not all LED bulbs are designed to dim. If you want to use a dimmer, choose bulbs, which can be dimmed.  Look for the dimmable logo on packs.  In many cases, you can use your existing dimmer switches. There’s also an online list of dimmer switches to help you make sure the LED is compatible.

Some people think LEDs are harmful to the eyes.

LED lights are as safe to the eyes as any other artificial light source. They are not like lasers, the light is not focused to a single point, and the intensity is comparable to traditional bulbs and halogen lamps.  Further LEDs do not contain mercury, lead or other toxic materials.  They are completely recyclable.