Top 5 Lighting Websites

 

Lighting is a term used to cover a whole host of lightingproducts including ceiling lights, chandeliers, bathroom lights, ceiling fans, and so on. Information and styles and trends can change so fast in this day and age that is good to keep an eye out online to make sure you are clued up and up-to-date. Here is a look at the top five lighting websites to keep an eye on.

 

1.      The Lighting Association - www.lightingassociation.com – TLA is a privately funded company founded by members since 1939. This association has developed into the largest organisation in Europe for companies and professionals in the lighting industry. This site has everything you need to know to stay up to date on lighting issues such as retailers, lighting awards, lighting shows, energy efficiency information and so on.

2.      The American Lighting Association (ALA) - www.americanlightingassoc.com – this is a similar type of set to the Lighting Association only that it is primarily for people and lighting suppliers in the US. Some laws and information do differ slightly from country to country and so it is advised to be aware of this when learning about lighting issues from these sites. The ALA Web site is a primary customer and professional resource for home lighting information and ideas for various types of lighting.

3.      The Circadian Lighting Association - www.claorg.org – CLA is the international association of manufacturers who supply lights for 'circadian' applications including SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and improving winter mood. This site features links to external sites giving information about quality lighting products in other countries such as Europe, Japan, Canada, and USA.

4.      IAEEL (International Association for Energy Efficient Lighting) - www.iaeel.org – this site is for members only in the lighting industry. The site features newsletters, details of meetings and events, how to contact other members, and latest lighting news.

5.      The ARC Show - www.thearcshow.com - The ARC Show is a unique exhibition of the world’s leading lighting brands, promoting their products and services at the heart of the most influential architectural and design community, London.