Candle Chandelier – Safety And Energy Efficiency
Posted in Uncategorized on July 8th, 2010 by Jim – Comments OffHome lighting can help create just the right feeling in the home. Indeed, candle chandeliers have been known to help create a peaceful relaxing environment. While candle chandeliers were used many years ago to provide lighting, given the non-existence of electricity at the time, their function was practical rather than decorative.
Fast forward to today, when many choices of candle chandeliers are available for consumer use and enjoyment. In fact, not only are candle chandeliers that use real candles available, designs that use simulated candles by way of light bulbs are also available. This brief article presents information about two programs that may guide consumers when they wish to purchase energy efficient and safe home lighting, including a candle chandelier. Thus, in addition to purchasing candle chandeliers that will create the look and ambiance they wish to create in their homes, consumers also have the option to purchase them that have been tested for safety and energy efficiency.
Underwriters Laboratories is an independent product safety certification organization, that tests consumer products, including lighting, for safety standards. Underwriters Laboratories tests products for both indoor and outdoor use, given the safety standards for products that will be used outdoors are different, since they will be exposed to the natural elements. A product that has a UL on its tag designates that it has been tested and listed by Underwriters Laboratories.
ENERGY STAR tests consumer products for energy efficiency. This programs reportedly sets high standards for energy efficiency; therefore, products that have met the program’s standards tend to be eco-friendly. Consumer products, including lighting fixtures, that have the ENERGY STAR label on them have met the standard.
Therefore, when shopping for home lighting, including candle chandeliers, consumers may also wish to consider energy efficiency and safety when considering which lighting fixture to purchase to install in their residence. ENERGY STAR and Underwriters Laboratories may be able to guide consumers to products that will be beneficial to them.
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