Idiot's guide to kitchen downlights?

buyitall

Hi,
I am having some kitchen electrics done and was under the impression that the actual downlights were included in the price quoted. Have just found out I need to supply them myself
I would be really grateful if someone could give me basic advice on what to get. The ceiling wiring has already been done and they are coming on Tuesday to fit.
I am wondering...
- I think they should be LED, is that correct?

- I am thinking of adjustable rather than fixed

- When I look at the downlights on, for example Screwfix - are the bulbs generally included or do I need to order them separately? i can't work out if the bulbs are an integral part and you replace the whole unit when they die, or if you buy a downlight unit and add the bulb

- is there a particular quality of downlight required for a kitchen?

- I need 8 - is it possible to get the fittings and bulbs for £100ish?

Thanks for any advice on what to get and where to source

wallbash

easy bits first

or if you buy a downlight unit and add the bulb ...... yes

I am thinking of adjustable rather than fixed.............mine are fixed

- I need 8 - is it possible to get the fittings and bulbs for £100ish? Thats going to be tough.

EssexExile

http://www.screwfix.com/p/lap-fixed-fire-rated-led-downlight-contractor-pack-gloss-white-240v-pk10/8730f
Pack of 10, lamps (bulbs) included. Lamps are replaceable.
Loads of other packs on there.

wallbash

Fixed ?? .......

Cornucopia

Adjustable aren't particularly useful in a kitchen, especially if the ceilings are high.

Screwfix have fittings down to a couple of ££s each. Some packs include bulbs (generally will be the cheaper, less efficient halogens, though).

I would suggest these:

http://www.screwfix.com/p/lap-fixed-led-downlight-contractor-pack-brushed-chrome-240v-pk10/3347f

Which is a pack of 10 in Chrome, with LED GU10 2.5W bulbs included at £59.99. (2.5W isn't as bright as you may want, so I would suggest installing all 10, and also maybe upgrading 2 or 3 to a higher wattage).

traineepensioner

I bought 6 of these for my kitchen. Very pleased with the quality and good value for £34.50 inc postage. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00AAFY6KA?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

These are fire rated & also fitted with plastic screw retainers rather than the fiddly metal retainers.

I also bought 6watt GU10 led bulbs separately from ebay. Warm white, 60 smd, glass cover .. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251312667453?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&var=550266514233&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT very pleased with the results

andyhop

Take a look at ansell icage lights, should be able to buy for around £15 a unit. Add a LEDHUT bulb for around £3:50 and you have a unbeatable unit

I'd forgot about the pressed screwfix type, garbage

buyitall

Wow, thanks for the swift replies :beer::beer:, will look into them

buyitall

andyhop wrote: »

Take a look at ansell icage lights, should be able to buy for around £15 a unit. Add a LEDHUT bulb for around £3:50 and you have a unbeatable unit

I'd forgot about the pressed screwfix type, garbage

Do these seem ok? Can you recommend which bulb would go with these please?

https://www.downlights.co.uk/icage-fire-rated-downlights.html

buyitall

Are these any good?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pack-Of-10-MiniSun-Downlights/dp/B00BM5WMYY

Cornucopia

You probably wouldn't want to use those with high wattage LED bulbs. The fire-proofing body could cause overheating leading to premature bulb failure.

You can probably buy that level of quality from Screwfix for about the same price and get bulbs included.