LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. This type of lighting is basically a semi-conductor device that converts electrical energy into light. Individual LEDs are very small, usually about a quarter-inch in diameter. In a desk lamp or outdoor light, for example, they can be arranged in a circle pattern or grouped in a tight cluster that mimics the look and placement of a conventional light bulb. They are highly energy efficient, typically using 85% less than an incandescent bulb and 50% less than a CFL. LEDs make sense for anyone who wants to conserve energy and is interested in energy efficiency.

And LEDs last for a long, long time - up to 50,000 hours and more. If used for 8 hours a day, that means an LED will last up to 17 years! Because they last so long, they're great for using in those hard-to-reach fixtures or overhead lights. You'll be spending less time on home maintenance with these phenomenal bulbs and lighting fixtures. Energy saving LEDs truly are a great idea whose time has come.