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  • IP Rating Guide: What Do IP20, IP44, IP65 and IP67 Mean?

    IP Rating Guide: What Do IP20, IP44, IP65 and IP67 Mean?

    When shopping for outdoor lights, bathroom lights, garden lights or patio lighting, you’ll often see a small technical code on the product: IP44, IP54, IP65, IP67 and so on.

    It may look confusing at first, but IP ratings are actually quite simple once you understand how to read them. Choosing the correct IP rating helps you buy lighting that is suitable for the space, especially where dust, rain, splashes or moisture may be present.

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  • Leading Lighting Brands South Africa

    Best Lighting Brands in South Africa: A Guide to Trusted Names in Home Lighting

    When choosing lighting for your home, the brand behind the product can make a significant difference. Quality lighting combines attractive design, reliable performance and long-lasting durability, making it an investment you'll enjoy for years to come.

    At elevenpast, we carefully select lighting from trusted manufacturers that offer a wide range of styles for modern South African homes. Whether you're renovating, building a new home or simply updating a room, these brands offer solutions for every taste and budget.

    Let's take a closer look at four of the most popular lighting brands available at elevenpast.

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  • Complete Light Bulb Guide

    The Complete Guide to Light Bulbs: Sizes, Shapes & Lamp Holder Fittings Explained

    Choosing the right light bulb can be confusing. With names like E27, GU10, G9, A60 and ST64, it's easy to wonder which bulb fits your light fitting and what all these codes actually mean.

    Whether you're replacing an old globe or choosing bulbs for a brand-new light fitting, understanding the different bulb shapes, sizes and lamp holder types will help you get the best performance, appearance and energy efficiency.

    This guide explains everything you need to know about modern LED light bulbs, including common fittings, bulb shapes and colour temperatures.

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  • Outdoor Lighting Ideas: Transform Your Garden, Patio and Home Exterior

    Outdoor Lighting Ideas: Transform Your Garden, Patio and Home Exterior

    Outdoor lighting does far more than illuminate your home after dark. It creates atmosphere, improves safety, highlights landscaping and extends your outdoor living spaces long after the sun goes down.

    Whether you have a modern townhouse, coastal home or spacious garden, the right outdoor lighting can completely transform the way your property looks and feels.

    In this guide, we'll share inspiring outdoor lighting ideas and practical tips to help you create beautiful, functional spaces.

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