Straight lighting advice for UK homes from Mike Brain, 20 years in the lighting trade: downlights, pendants, bathrooms, gardens and LED basics.https://lightguru.co.uk/en-gbhttps://lightguru.co.uk/accent-lighting-for-art-shelves-alcoves/https://lightguru.co.uk/accent-lighting-for-art-shelves-alcoves/Accent lighting for art, shelves and alcoves in UK homes: picture lights, spotlights and LED strips, where to put them, beam angles and warm white.Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-ceiling-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-ceiling-lighting-ideas/Bathroom ceiling lighting ideas for UK homes: downlights, flush lights, spots and cove lighting, how many downlights you need, spacing and IP ratings.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-led-strip-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-led-strip-lighting/Bathroom LED strip lighting ideas for UK homes: under-vanity, shower niche, bath panel and cove lighting, the IP rating each needs, and how to fit it safely.Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-lighting-ideas-for-every-style/https://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-lighting-ideas-for-every-style/Bathroom lighting ideas and design for UK homes: zones and IP ratings, how bright, where the lights go, and schemes for modern, classic and spa bathrooms.Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-mirror-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-mirror-lighting-ideas/Bathroom mirror lighting ideas for UK homes: side lights, LED and backlit mirrors, how high to mount mirror lights, and bathroom wall lights that work.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-zones-ip-ratings-explained/https://lightguru.co.uk/bathroom-zones-ip-ratings-explained/Bathroom lighting zones and IP ratings explained for UK homes: zones 0, 1 and 2 under BS 7671, the IP rating each needs, and a free zone checker.Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/bedroom-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/bedroom-lighting-ideas/Bedroom lighting ideas for UK homes: ceiling lights that don't glare, bedside and wardrobe lights, warm white, dimming and switches you can reach from bed.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/bedside-reading-lights/https://lightguru.co.uk/bedside-reading-lights/Bedside and reading lights for UK bedrooms: how high to fit bedside wall lights, the right lamp height, swing-arm and plug-in options, and which bulb to use.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/best-christmas-tree-lights-uk/https://lightguru.co.uk/best-christmas-tree-lights-uk/How many lights your Christmas tree needs, warm white vs vintage gold, cluster vs fairy lights, how to put them on, and the best tree lights to buy in the UK.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/best-colour-temperature-for-kitchen-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/best-colour-temperature-for-kitchen-lighting/The best colour temperature for kitchen lighting in UK homes: 3000K or 4000K for downlights and worktops, warmer for pendants, and how to mix them.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/best-led-bulbs-uk/https://lightguru.co.uk/best-led-bulbs-uk/The best LED bulbs in the UK for every fitting: standard B22 and E27, GU10, candle, dimmable, home office and smart bulbs, with what to check and rough prices.Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/ceiling-lighting-ideas-for-living-rooms/https://lightguru.co.uk/ceiling-lighting-ideas-for-living-rooms/Ceiling lighting ideas for UK living rooms: when to choose a flush light, a pendant or track spotlights, how low to hang them and how bright to go.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/colour-temperature-selector/https://lightguru.co.uk/colour-temperature-selector/Free colour temperature selector: compare 2200K to 6500K LED light in different rooms and find the right warm, neutral or cool white for your UK home.Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/complete-guide-to-lighting-for-every-room/https://lightguru.co.uk/complete-guide-to-lighting-for-every-room/How to choose the right lighting for every room in a UK home: layers, brightness and colour temperature for kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and more.Sun, 26 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/cosy-living-room-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/cosy-living-room-lighting-ideas/Cosy living room lighting ideas for UK homes: warm 2700K bulbs, lamps at seating height, soft shades, wall lights and dimmers, plus mistakes to avoid.Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/cottage-farmhouse-kitchen-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/cottage-farmhouse-kitchen-lighting/Cottage kitchen lighting for UK homes: warm colour temperature, pendants, wall lights, hidden strips, and what to do with low ceilings and beams.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/cri-vs-colour-temperature/https://lightguru.co.uk/cri-vs-colour-temperature/CRI vs colour temperature explained: what each number on an LED box means, why they're independent, and the CRI and Kelvin to choose for each room in a UK home.Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/deck-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/deck-lighting-ideas/Deck lighting ideas for UK gardens: recessed deck lights, hidden LED strip and step lights, with IP ratings, wiring and layout explained.Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/dining-table-pendant-height/https://lightguru.co.uk/dining-table-pendant-height/How high to hang a pendant over a dining table in the UK: 70–90cm above the tabletop, the right shade size for your table, how many to use and how far apart.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/downlight-layout-room-by-room/https://lightguru.co.uk/downlight-layout-room-by-room/Downlight layout guide for UK homes: spacing, distance from walls and how many downlights you need in a kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom and hall.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/downlight-spacing-calculator/https://lightguru.co.uk/downlight-spacing-calculator/Free downlight spacing calculator for UK rooms: enter room size, ceiling height and lumens to see how many downlights you need and where they go.Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/festoon-string-lights-garden/https://lightguru.co.uk/festoon-string-lights-garden/How to hang festoon and outdoor string lights in a UK garden: catenary wire, fixings, low-voltage vs mains sets, IP ratings, power and the lights worth buying.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/fix-led-kitchen-flicker-buzz/https://lightguru.co.uk/fix-led-kitchen-flicker-buzz/LED kitchen lights flickering or buzzing? The usual causes in UK homes, from dimmers to drivers and loose wiring, and how to fix each one safely.Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/galley-kitchen-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/galley-kitchen-lighting-ideas/Galley kitchen lighting ideas for UK homes: where downlights go in a narrow kitchen, under-cabinet strips, track and wall lights, plus small kitchen tips.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/garden-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/garden-lighting-ideas/Garden lighting ideas and a step-by-step plan for UK gardens: zones, paths, walls, trees, brightness, colour and safe outdoor electrics.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/hallway-stairs-landing-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/hallway-stairs-landing-lighting/Hallway, stairs and landing lighting ideas for UK homes: lights for narrow halls, step lights and LED strips on stairs, landing pendants and two-way switching.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/high-ceiling-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/high-ceiling-lighting/High ceiling lighting for UK homes: how low to hang pendants in double-height spaces and stairwells, fitting sizes, downlights, wall lights and bulb access.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/home-office-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/home-office-lighting/Home office lighting for UK homes: where to put the desk, how bright the desk should be, the best bulbs and desk lamps, and how to light video calls.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/how-high-to-hang-kitchen-island-pendants-uk/https://lightguru.co.uk/how-high-to-hang-kitchen-island-pendants-uk/How high to hang kitchen island pendants in a UK kitchen: 70–90cm above the worktop, adjusted for your ceiling, plus how many to use and where.Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/how-many-lumens-do-i-need/https://lightguru.co.uk/how-many-lumens-do-i-need/How many lumens you need for each room: a UK table of lumens per m² and total lumens per room, a free calculator, and how to work it out yourself.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/how-to-light-a-garden-path-without-wiring/https://lightguru.co.uk/how-to-light-a-garden-path-without-wiring/How to light a garden path without wiring in the UK: solar, battery, rechargeable and plug-in 12 V options, what works in winter and spacing.Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/industrial-kitchen-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/industrial-kitchen-lighting/Industrial kitchen lighting for UK homes: black track, metal pendants, filament bulbs and wall lights, the right colour temperature, and how to avoid glare.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/ip-ratings-for-outdoor-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/ip-ratings-for-outdoor-lighting/IP ratings for outdoor lighting explained for UK homes: what IP44, IP65, IP67 and IP68 mean, and which rating each garden light needs.Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-ceiling-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-ceiling-lighting-ideas/Kitchen ceiling lighting ideas for UK homes: when to choose flush, semi-flush, track or downlights, how to combine them and how to lay them out.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-downlight-spacing/https://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-downlight-spacing/Kitchen downlight layout for UK homes: how many downlights you need, how far apart and how far from the wall, for 2.4 m to 3 m ceilings.Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-island-pendant-ideas-heights/https://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-island-pendant-ideas-heights/Kitchen island pendant ideas for UK homes: how many to hang, cylinder, glass and statement styles, and the heights and spacing that work.Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-lighting-ideas/Kitchen lighting ideas for UK homes: how to layer ceiling, task and accent light, how bright to go, which white to pick and layouts that work.Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-lighting-mistakes/https://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-lighting-mistakes/The kitchen lighting mistakes I see most in UK homes, from shadows on the worktop to glare and hotspots, and how to fix each one, often without rewiring.Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-lighting-styles/https://lightguru.co.uk/kitchen-lighting-styles/How to light a modern, Scandi, Japandi or dark kitchen in a UK home: colour temperature, fittings and placement for each style, plus industrial and cottage.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/led-dimmer-switches/https://lightguru.co.uk/led-dimmer-switches/LED dimmer switches for UK homes: trailing vs leading edge, how many bulbs a dimmer takes, minimum load, and how to stop dimmable LEDs flickering or buzzing.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/led-strip-lighting-kitchens/https://lightguru.co.uk/led-strip-lighting-kitchens/LED strip lighting in kitchens: under cabinets, plinth lighting, shelves and cabinet tops, with lumens per metre, colour and fitting tips for UK homes.Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/light-bulb-fittings-explained/https://lightguru.co.uk/light-bulb-fittings-explained/UK light bulb fittings explained: B22 vs E27, SES vs ES, GU10 vs MR16, G9 and more, how to identify yours and choose the right LED replacement.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/living-room-downlights/https://lightguru.co.uk/living-room-downlights/Living room downlights for UK homes: how many you need by room size, how far apart and from the walls, beam angle, dimming and fire rating.Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/living-room-lighting-guide/https://lightguru.co.uk/living-room-lighting-guide/A UK living room lighting guide: how to layer ceiling lights, lamps and accent lights, where each one goes, and how many lumens your room needs.Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/living-room-wall-lights/https://lightguru.co.uk/living-room-wall-lights/Living room wall lighting ideas for UK homes: how high to fit wall lights, how far apart, pairs by a chimney breast or TV, and plug-in options.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/low-ceiling-kitchen-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/low-ceiling-kitchen-lighting/Low ceiling kitchen lighting for UK homes: slim downlights, flush fittings and panels, spacing under 2.4 m ceilings, avoiding glare and what not to fit.Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/lumens-for-kitchen-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/lumens-for-kitchen-lighting/How many lumens a UK kitchen needs: about 300 per m² from the ceiling lights, plus task light on the worktops. Targets by room size and zone.Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/open-plan-kitchen-diner-lighting-zoning/https://lightguru.co.uk/open-plan-kitchen-diner-lighting-zoning/Open-plan kitchen-diner lighting for UK homes: how to zone the kitchen, island, dining and living areas with brightness, fittings and switching.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-christmas-lights-uk/https://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-christmas-lights-uk/The best outdoor Christmas lights for UK homes: which type to buy for trees, rooflines and hedges, brands worth paying for, and how to fit them safely.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-lighting-faults/https://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-lighting-faults/How to fix outdoor lighting faults in UK homes: RCD tripping after rain, water inside fittings, PIR lights stuck on, flicker and dead solar lights.Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-lights-for-coastal-homes-uk/https://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-lights-for-coastal-homes-uk/The best outdoor lights for coastal homes in the UK: which materials survive salt air, IP ratings, fixings, fitting and care to stop rust.Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-wall-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/outdoor-wall-lighting/Outdoor wall lighting ideas for UK homes: up-and-down lights, lanterns and bulkheads, how high to fit them, IP44 vs IP65, and the wiring rules.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/pathway-lighting-ideas/https://lightguru.co.uk/pathway-lighting-ideas/Pathway lighting ideas for UK gardens: low path lights, bollards, markers, step lights and solar, with spacing, brightness and IP ratings.Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/patio-lighting-ideas-british-garden/https://lightguru.co.uk/patio-lighting-ideas-british-garden/Patio lighting ideas for British gardens: wall lights, festoons, uplighting, lamps and step lights, plus the IP ratings and wiring rules in the UK.Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/recessed-vs-surface-mounted-kitchen-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/recessed-vs-surface-mounted-kitchen-lighting/Recessed vs surface-mounted kitchen lights compared for UK homes: looks, light, ceiling height, installation and fire rating, and which to choose.Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/security-lights-pir-placement/https://lightguru.co.uk/security-lights-pir-placement/Security lights in the UK: where to fit a PIR sensor, what height and angle, how to stop false triggers, how bright it needs to be, and the rules.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/small-bathroom-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/small-bathroom-lighting/Small bathroom lighting ideas for UK homes: how many downlights, mirror and accent lighting, colour temperature and layouts that make the room feel bigger.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/smart-kitchen-lighting-scenes/https://lightguru.co.uk/smart-kitchen-lighting-scenes/Smart kitchen lighting scenes for UK homes: settings for cooking, dining, cleaning and late night, tunable white, and the switches and bulbs you need.Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/solar-garden-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/solar-garden-lighting/Solar garden lights that still work in a UK winter: why most fade, what to buy, where to put the panel, fixes for dead lights and when to go mains.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/track-lighting-in-kitchens-flexible-affordable-and-modern/https://lightguru.co.uk/track-lighting-in-kitchens-flexible-affordable-and-modern/Track lighting in kitchens: when it beats downlights, where to put the track, how to angle the heads, how bright to go and rough UK costs.Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/under-cabinet-lighting-shadow-free/https://lightguru.co.uk/under-cabinet-lighting-shadow-free/Under-cabinet lighting for UK kitchens: LED strip vs puck vs linear bar, where to mount it, lumens per metre, colour and wiring for shadow-free worktops.Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/what-is-colour-temperature-warm-vs-cool-lighting/https://lightguru.co.uk/what-is-colour-temperature-warm-vs-cool-lighting/Colour temperature explained for UK homes: what Kelvin means, warm vs cool light, 4000K neutral and 6500K daylight white, and the best choice for each room.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://lightguru.co.uk/gu10-vs-integrated-downlights/https://lightguru.co.uk/gu10-vs-integrated-downlights/GU10 vs integrated LED downlights for UK kitchens: brightness, dimming, colour, lifespan, cost and fire rating compared, and which to choose.Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT