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Lighting isn't just about seeing where you're going — it can shape the mood of a space, improve energy efficiency and offer added convenience when it’s integrated with smart technology. Whether you're building a new home or upgrading an existing one, lighting controls and switches are worth considering as part of your electrical plan.

In areas exposed to moisture such as bathrooms, outdoor spaces, water fountains and swimming pools, standard light fixtures may not be suitable. Water ingress can affect electrical safety and reduce fixture lifespan. To avoid these problems, use light fittings designed to withstand wet conditions.

When it comes to interior lighting, the way your lights are mounted can have just as much impact as the lights themselves. While traditional fittings are often fixed in place, cable and rail lighting systems offer a much more flexible and design-forward solution. These systems allow you to position and direct light exactly where you need it—making them ideal for modern homes, renovations or rooms with unique layout challenges.

Fluorescent lights were once the go-to choice for kitchens, garages, laundries and offices across Australia. And while they’re slowly being replaced by energy-efficient LED lighting, you’ll still find fluorescent fittings in plenty of older homes and renovations.

If you've ever replaced a downlight or a halogen globe, you've probably encountered a bi-pin mount—whether you realised it or not. These compact, two-pin connectors are among the most common types of light bulb mounts used in Australian homes, especially for small-format lamps.

This mount type is also extremely common throughout Australia, and features a familiar screw-in mechanism.   This mount type is easily recognisable and very common. Developed by...

These push-and-turn mount types are hold the globe in via small bayonet pins, and are very common in Australian homes.   Even if they don't...

Different light bulb mountings are designed to work with different types of globes. Find out more about the different types.. Different light bulbs typically require...

Newer globe types may be cheaper to run, but they're also more expensive to buy. Is switching worth the effort? Depending on your usage, changing...

Lighting plays a crucial role in any home renovation, influencing not just the look and feel of your space but also your energy bills and environmental impact. With the wide variety of light globes available today, it can be confusing to know which option best suits your needs while also complying with Australian regulations.