Buying LED candles: tips for choosing the right color and size
LED candles are an excellent choice for creating atmospheric and safe lighting in your home. They offer the warm glow of traditional candles without the risks of open flames and dripping wax. With a wide range of styles, sizes and colours available, choosing the right LED candles can be a challenge. In this article, we’ll give you some tips on how to find the perfect LED candles for your needs.
Determine the purpose of your LED candles
Before you start looking, it is important to determine what you want to use the LED candles for. Do you want to create a romantic atmosphere in the living room, a soothing night light in the bedroom, or mood lighting for an outdoor party? The purpose of the candles will help you choose the right style and size.
Choose the right style
LED candles come in a variety of styles to match any decor. Here are some popular styles:
- Classic Pillar Candles: These candles have a traditional cylinder shape and are ideal for an elegant and timeless look. They are perfect for use in candlesticks and candle holders.
- Dinner Candles: Perfect for formal dinners, these slender, tall candles fit well in candlesticks, adding a touch of sophistication to any dining table.
- Tealights: Small and versatile, tealights can be used anywhere in the home. They are ideal for creating a cozy atmosphere in small spaces or as accent lighting.
- Rustic Candles: These candles have a raw, handmade look that fits perfectly with a country or bohemian interior.
Please note the size
The size of the LED candles is also important. Here are some tips to choose the right size:
- Large pillar candles: Ideal for creating a focal point in a room. They are also suitable for outdoor use where they are highly visible.
- Medium Candles: Perfect for side tables, bookshelves or windowsills. They provide enough light without being overpowering.
- Small Candles: Great for accents and filling small spaces. They can also be grouped together for a dramatic effect.
Consider the features
Modern LED candles offer several useful features that you may want to consider:
- Remote Control: Allows you to easily turn the candles on and off and adjust the brightness without touching them.
- Timer Function: This allows you to set the candles to turn on and off automatically at specific times, providing both convenience and energy savings.
- Long Burn Time: TED Lights LED candles have an average burn time of approximately 1,000 hours when using the right batteries, making them both sustainable and cost-efficient.
High quality materials and colours
Our LED candles are made from real wax, which gives them an authentic look and feel. They are available in basic colours such as white, beige and black, but also in seasonal colours such as sandstone, grey, olive green, pine green and lavender. This makes them ideal for use in various settings, from a romantic dinner evening to a relaxing bath session.
Think about accessories
In addition to LED candles, we offer a wide range of accessories to complete your lighting. Think of candlesticks, candle holders, and decorative plates. These accessories help you to furnish your interior stylishly and functionally.
Create combinations
You can create different sets of LED candles by combining different styles, sizes and colours. This offers a dynamic and versatile look in your interior. For example, combine large pillar candles with smaller tea lights in matching colours for a layered and atmospheric effect. Use candle holders and plates to present your candles in a decorative way.
Current living trends 2024
LED candles can be perfectly integrated into the latest living trends for 2024:
- Modern Seventies: Combine LED candles in warm colours with retro furniture and decorative items for a modern twist on the 70s.
- Sustainable Living: LED candles are energy efficient and sustainable, perfect for an environmentally friendly interior.
- Curved Lines: Use LED candles with flowing shapes to emphasize the soft, curved lines in your decor.
- Classic Color Chic: Choose LED candles in classic colors such as beige and black for an elegant and timeless look.
- Soft Outdoor: Create a relaxing outdoor space with weatherproof LED candles in natural colours such as olive green and pine green.
Getting Started
LED candles offer a safe and stylish way to create atmosphere in your home. By considering the style, size, colours, functions and material of the candles, you can find the perfect LED candles to suit your needs and interior. Discover the extensive collection of TED Lights, including our own brand and the high-quality Uyuni Lighting candles, and bring the magic of candlelight into your home, without worries.
Read more about creating a safe, cozy atmosphere with LED candles in our blog.
