Installing the lamp is easy when you know how! If you don't know then you should contact an electrician.
Installing light bulbs is something everyone encounters at some point in their lives. This means that lamps can be installed, for example, in alterations or interior projects. Lamp replacement is also common and is part of everyone's domestic activities. You should pay attention to lamps, luminaires and spotlights because they really make a home a home: good lighting solutions provide both ease of use and create atmosphere in your home. So complete the installation of your lamps with these tips too!
In person or with a professional electrician?
There are many tricks for installing luminaires or lamps you should learn. A simple lamp installation is not difficult, but at what point should you turn to a professional electrician?
It's important to consider safety when installing electrical components, and that anything involving electricity can be dangerous. If you want to know how much installation a hobby electrician can do, you can read more at Norsk lovdata.
Here's a list of some lamp installations where you can think about whether you should do it yourself or ask a professional for help.
- Installing the ceiling light in the socket: There are many steps in the installation of a ceiling light, as well as many connection options. In the best case scenario, there is a socket in the ceiling and the lamp has a plug, and you don't need to be a professional craftsman to solve the problem.
- Inserting a crown clamp, or "sugar cube": Inserting a sugar cube into a socket is a slightly more difficult operation. With precise instructions, it is also possible to do yourself in the home, if there may be someone in your family or circle of friends who can advise on this matter.
- Installing an outlet in the ceiling: If your home doesn't have an outlet in the ceiling exactly where you want it, it can be installed. For a more experienced hobby electrician, this can be done on your own, but sometimes it's also worth calling a professional for help. Carefully consider your own skills, as no one wants a poorly installed outlet in their home!
- Installing a wall light: A wall light differs from a ceiling light in that it is usually powered by a standard wall outlet. Usually there are holes in the wall light, through which the lamp can be attached to the wall by fixing it with screws. The most challenging thing here is to know the composition of the wall and the types of screws.
The principle should be: If you're not sure, ask for help. Contact a local professional electrician today.
Halogen or LED? Which is more environmentally friendly and efficient?
When buying spotlights or luminaires, many people definitely also think about environmental friendliness and efficiency - after all, lamps are electrical tools! The import of incandescent lamps in Norway was already banned in 2012. Many people have probably heard of halogen and LED lamps, but it's difficult for the average consumer to assess which is the more environmentally friendly option. Which of these lamps uses the least energy?
Here we compare the differences and similarities between LED and halogen lamps to get a better idea of what would suit your home.
- LED: LED fluorescent lamps are a more environmentally friendly option, but is it? The operation of an LED lamp does not require a high temperature, so energy consumption is often low and the life cycle is long. What's more, LEDs don't suffer from being switched on and off repeatedly, so the lights can be turned off when they're not needed. Dimmable lighting is also available in LED luminaires, which guarantees lower energy consumption.
- Halogen: The halogen lamp has been out of the market in 2018 due to its energy efficiency. However, there may still be some halogen lamps available for purchase in stores. The halogen lamp is therefore less environmentally friendly and you should choose either an LED, fluorescent or energy-saving lamp instead of a halogen lamp.