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Spotlight and downlights are different forms of lighting typically found in ceilings in kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms and bedrooms. They are integral to providing the required light to a variety of rooms creating the perfect mood setting and enhancing your environment. Spotlights and downlights can add a touch of style and theatre turning an average space into to great space. LED spotlights and LED downlights use LED bulbs which are more energy efficinet and do not emit any heat.

### What is the difference between spotlights and downlights?

The terminology for these lights at times can be intertwined because they are individual lights, share the same bulbs and located in the ceiling. As a general rule Spotlights are a series of lights linked together with a fixing plate or bar. Each of these spotlights can be individually positioned to shine light on a wall or an object.Downlights are single integrated lights that recess into a ceiling cavity. They are typically a fixed position downlight however, we offer a selection of adjustable options.

### What are they also known as?

They are also known as, LED spotlights, ceiling spotlights, recessed spotlights, and spotlight bar, ceiling downlights, LED downlights and recessed downlights.

### Types of finish

We offer a range of finish, for example, brushed aluminium, chrome, nickel and silver for a more dramatic appearance or white for a clean fresh look.

### Are kitchen spotlights easy to install?

Yes, they are relatively easy to install and can be carried out by an accomplished DIY enthusiast, however, an approved electrical engineer should always be the preferred option.

### Applications

Spotlights and downlights are the ideal solution to create the ambience required in shops, kitchens and bathrooms. Create the perfect space with our range spotlights and downlights.



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LED Spotlights & Downlights for Ceilings | RS 

Spotlights & Downlights

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Knightsbridge Spotlights & Downlights | RS

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LED Dimmable Downlights | RS

<p>LED Dimmable Downlights are also known as LED downlights, ceiling downlights, LED spotlights and recessed downlights. They are integral to providing light to any room or public area creating the perfect mood, setting and enhancing your environment. LED Downlights are dimmable and can add a touch of style and theatre turning an average space into a great space.</p><p>Not all LED Downlights and LED Lamps or LED bulbs are dimmable, ensure you select the correct lamp that states it is dimmable plus that it is suitable for LED light applications.</p><p>RS has a wide range of spotlights and downlights from recognised manufacturers including the RS PRO brand. Our range of downlights include manufacturers like Ledvance, Knightsbridge and Philips Lighting.</p> <p>Always use an LED compatible dimmer switch as LED lighting has a lower wattage and a standard dimmer switch will not work correctly with an LED Downlight.</p><h2>Types of LED dimmable downlight finish</h2><p>We offer a range of finish, for example, brushed aluminium, chrome, nickel and silver for a more dramatic appearance or white for a clean fresh look.</p><h2>Are LED Dimmable downlights easy to install?</h2><p>Yes, they are relatively easy to install and can be carried out by an accomplished DIY enthusiast, however, an approved electrical engineer should always be the preferred option. We do recommend that all fire rated downlights are only fitted by a registered electrician, especially in your home.</p><h2>Applications</h2><p>LED downlights are the ideal solution to create ambience required in shops, kitchens and bathrooms. Create the perfect space with our range of LED dimmable downlights.</p>

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Spotlights | RS

<p>Spotlights are a versatile lighting system, you can choose from adjustable single head spotlights and multiple head spotlights directing and focussing the light to where it is needed. Spotlights can be ceiling or wall mounted providing the required light to any area creating the perfect setting and enhancing any room. Spotlights and Downlights can add a touch of style turning an average space into to great space.</p><p>Spotlights are normally surface mounted and work the same was as downlights plus are also known as LED Dimmable Spotlights, LED spotlights. Downlights are normally recessed into the ceiling.</p><p>Not all LED spotlights are dimmable, ensure you select the correct lamp that states it’s dimmable plus that it is suitable for LED light applications. Use an LED compatible dimmer switch as LED lighting has a lower wattage, a standard dimmer switch will not work correctly with an LED spotlight.</p><p>RS has a wide range of GU10 spotlights and GU10 downlights from recognised manufacturers including the RS PRO brand. Our range of Spotlights and downlights include manufacturers like Ledvance, Knightsbridge, Intelligent LED Solution and Philips Lighting.</p><h2>Are spotlights and LED spotlights easy to install?</h2><p>Yes, they are easy to install by an accomplished DIY enthusiast, however, approved electrical engineer’s should always be the preferred option. We recommend that fire rated spotlights are only fitted by a registered electrician.</p>

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GU10 Downlights | RS

<p>GU10 Downlights are normally recessed into a ceiling where the light produced shines down. As the downlight is set into a ceiling, you will not see the back of the downlight connections only the front of the downlight is visible. They provide the required light to any area creating the perfect setting and enhancing any room. Downlights can add a touch of style turning an average space into to great space.</p><p>GU10 Downlights bulbs are available as Halogen or LED light fittings and GU10 means the type of lamp base fitting. The downlights are fitted with 2 pins at the back of the light bulb which when placed into the downlight fitting complete a connection to the mains power supply.</p><p>GU10 Downlights that are connected to a mains supply voltage do not require a LED driver and are easily replaced when needed.</p><p>RS has a wide range of GU10 spotlights and GU10 downlights from recognised manufacturers including the RS PRO brand. Our range of Spotlights and downlights include manufacturers like Ledvance, Knightsbridge and Philips Lighting.</p><h3>What type of bulbs are supplied?</h3><p>Our downlights offer a choice of bulbs example GU10: Halogen glass body or LED glass body.</p><h3>Types of finish.</h3><p>We offer a range of finish, brushed aluminium, chrome, nickel, silver or white.</p><h3>Are downlights easy to install?</h3><p>Yes, they are relatively easy to install, however, an approved electrical engineer should always be the preferred option.</p>

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LED Downlights | RS

<p>Just like LED batten lighting, LED downlights are an increasingly popular type of ceiling, cabinet or enclosure lighting system in modern homes, offices, commercial premises and industrial workspaces.</p><p>LED stands for light emitting diode, which is a newer type of bulb that offers a far brighter, cleaner, cooler, more efficient light source that is far cheaper to run in the long term than the older style halogen GU10 (or even incandescent) downlights.</p><h2>Uses for LED downlights</h2><p>LED lights are a good option over traditional cabinet or recessed spotlights because</p><ul><li>LED downlights operate at vastly cooler temperatures than other bulb types, meaning they are safer to leave running for extended periods and to use in close proximity to other materials and surfaces without risk of overheating and potentially causing fires</li><li>The fact that LED downlighting runs so much cooler also means it is far more cost-efficient in operation because the individual bulbs are not sucking up a lot of power that is instantly wasted in conversion to heat - the small amount of energy LED downlights do use is instantly converted to bright, crisp, even light</li><li>LED downlights to come on instantly, rather than having to warm up to full-colour temperature like some older bulb styles do - this also makes LED downlights an excellent option for use as security, PIR or motion sensor lighting</li><li>LED downlights are among the cheapest to run in the long-term - while the bulbs themselves cost a little more initially, they last many times longer than cheaper equivalent wattage incandescent or halogen bulbs and are much safer to swap out and replace when you eventually do need to change them</li></ul><p>LED downlights and cabinet lights can be bought in many different lumen ratings, light colour temperatures and configurations, making them an ideal solution for creating a range of different, highly flexible ambiences. These LED lights can be used as bathroom downlights, kitchen downlights and as outdoor downlights in homes, commercial premises, workshops and more.</p>

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Downlights | RS

<p>Downlights area light fitting are normally recessed into a ceiling where the light produced shines down. As the downlight is set into a ceiling, you will not see the back of the downlight connections only the front of the downlight is visible. They provide the required light to any area creating the perfect setting and enhancing any room. Downlights can add a touch of style turning an average space into to great space.</p><p>Downlights are typically a fixed position downlight however, we offer a selection of adjustable options.</p><ul><li>Fixed downlights, non-adjustable.</li><li>Tilt downlights, tilted to direct the light where needed.</li><li>Eyeball downlights, same as tilt downlights but provide more angle control.</li></ul><h3>What are Downlights also known as?</h3><p>LED Downlights, ceiling downlights, recessed downlights, and Can lights (in the USA).</p><h3>What type of bulbs are supplied?</h3><p>Our downlights are supplied with a choice of bulbs example GU10: Halogen glass body or LED glass body.</p><h3>Types of finish.</h3><p>We offer a range of finish, brushed aluminium, chrome, nickel, silver or white.</p><h3>Are downlights easy to install?</h3><p>Yes, they are relatively easy to install and can be carried out by an accomplished DIY enthusiast, however, an approved electrical engineer should always be the preferred option.</p>

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