If the only option you have for illumination at night is turning on your lights at full power, you know how annoying it can be. Sometimes, all you need is a bit of light to help you navigate at night, and you would prefer less lighting, not more. LED night lights provide the perfect mix of lighting, efficiency, and safety for this purpose. You and your family, who no longer get awoken by blinding lights when trying to sleep, will appreciate the gentle guidance that night lights can offer.
The Brilliance of LED Night Lights
LED lights are practical for homeowners looking for energy-efficient lighting solutions. LEDs use less electricity, meaning lower utility bills and more savings. This efficiency, however, does not compromise their performance, as LED night lights still provide sufficient brightness for navigating your home at night.
LEDs also have incredibly long lifespans, no matter how you use them. These lights can last many years without needing replacement, making them a cost-effective option in the long run that reduces the hassle of frequent bulb changes. In addition, LEDs remain cool in contrast to incandescents. This makes them safe to use throughout the night without worry of pets or children getting too close.
The versatility of LED light design and functionality allows you to customize lighting according to whatever you need, often with the ability to integrate with a smart-home system for further customization. Whether you need a soft glow in a child’s bedroom or a clear light in a hallway, there’s an LED option to suit your requirements.
Who Benefits Most from LED Night Lights?
LED night lights are particularly beneficial for families with young children, elderly individuals, and those who frequently get up during the night.
For families, these lights provide a gentle, reassuring glow that can comfort children afraid of the dark and help them get where they need to go. LEDs illuminate paths to bathrooms or parents’ bedrooms, preventing trips and falls in low-light conditions. Night lights can also be placed in a child’s room if they are afraid of sleeping alone in the dark.
For older adults, LED night lights can help maintain independence. A steady light at night minimizes fall hazards in bedrooms, hallways, and bathrooms, areas where most accidents occur. Since LEDs do not emit much heat, they can be left on all night without concern and provide continuous assistance.
Night owls and early risers also find value in LED night lights. They provide enough light to move around the house without turning on brighter main lights that can disturb others’ sleep. In households where family members keep different schedules, night lights can help prevent one family member from ruining the deep sleep of others.
Efficient and Safe All Night Lighting
Some homeowners might be wary of running lights all night. If you’re sleeping through the night, you aren’t getting any direct benefit. Is it worth using LED night lights every night for the rare moments you will need them?
We already discussed some of LEDs’ benefits, but how do they play out in reality? With an entire house of LED night lights illuminating every important area of the home, your monthly bill might not shift more than five to ten dollars per month. This is compared to no lights at all. If you were to use incandescent bulbs for the same purpose, the energy costs would be up to 10x more.
There are many LED night lights on the market that are simple plug-in devices. These devices work great for illuminating a small stretch of hallway, but you may struggle to find exactly what you need to light your house the way you want. Integrating existing LED lights with a smart home system can give you ultimate control over when and where lights turn on, providing your family more safety and security at night.
Promise Electric can help you determine the best LED night light setup and keep your system up-to-date to support the new upgrades. Contact us today to get started.
