Winter Warning On Halogen Downlights

Downlights Can Be Very Dangerous

Downlights are frequently fitted without realizing that they can be very dangerous if installed incorrectly or poorly maintained.

Halogen downlights present significant fire risks and have been blamed for 1-2 house fires a week in South Australia. Smoke detectors may not detect a fire in your roof.

LED lights produce considerably less heat than Halogen lights when operating. This reduces the risk of a fire in your house.

LED lighting provides brighter illumination with a significantly longer light life than competing Halogen lights. The electricity needed for just one Halogen light could power four LED lights.

Always use a licensed electrician

All electrical work should be completed by a licensed electrician. Halogen downlight fires are typically started by sub-standard installation.

LED Lighting

Longer lasting, more practical and using less electricity, LED lights are the perfect alternative to halogen and incandescent lighting. By connecting an Infrascan motion-sensor to LED lights you can further reduce your electricity use, in addition to increased convenience and security.