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Save Energy Without Any Inconvenience 

Homeowners often look to Ketra for its stunning range of tunable colors and natural-looking light. But beyond the aesthetics, Ketra paired with Lutron automation can make your Scottsdale, AZ home significantly more energy efficient—with little to no effort required on your part. 

You may be wondering, will it really save a noticeable amount of energy? Keep reading–you may be surprised just how much Ketra’s energy efficient lighting can achieve. 

Automating Ketra Lighting

A large part of saving energy comes down to not leaving lights on longer than necessary. Lutron systems allow you to program Ketra lighting to turn on only when needed and automatically power down when it’s not.

For example, you can use “daylighting” automation, which synchronizes your home’s motorized shades with smart lights. As the sun rises, shades lift to fill rooms with natural daylight while the lights automatically dim or turn off. When the sun sets, lights gradually brighten again. This effortless routine ensures your lighting is always working with the sun, so you’ll use less energy throughout the day.

Motion sensors, schedules, and even geo-fencing (which detects when you’ve left the house) further cut back on unnecessary energy use, all while keeping your home illuminated when you need it most.

SEE ALSO: The Ultimate Guide to Lutron Home Automation 

The Hardware Advantage

Even without automation, Ketra’s hardware is designed to be highly energy efficient. Unlike incandescent or compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs, Ketra LEDs subtly adjust to maintain consistent brightness. That means your rooms stay evenly lit without overcompensating or drawing extra power.

Lifespan is another major advantage. While an incandescent bulb typically burns out after 1,000 hours, and CFLs last between 6,000 and 15,000 hours, Ketra LEDs can shine up to 50,000 hours. Used an average of six hours per day, Ketra lights can last 11 to 22 years (!) before needing replacement. That’s 20–50 times longer than incandescent bulbs, reducing both waste and the hassle of constantly changing bulbs.

And when it comes to wattage, Ketra LEDs use significantly less energy to achieve the same brightness. For example, producing 800 lumens—the brightness of a typical 60-watt incandescent bulb—only requires about 8–10 watts from a Ketra LED. That’s roughly 75–80% less energy used.

Practical Efficiency in Your Home

Think of it this way: if you install Ketra light fixtures throughout your home and run them six hours daily, you won’t need to replace them for well over a decade. During that time, you’ll be using far less electricity compared to incandescent or even CFL options. Combined with smart automation, your home’s lighting becomes a built-in system for conserving energy while creating the perfect atmosphere. 

Upgrade to Smarter Lighting

Your home deserves lighting that elevates both ambiance and efficiency. With Scottsdale Shade & Light, you can enjoy the benefits of Ketra LEDs paired with expert lighting and shading control design. We specialize exclusively in smart lighting and shading; our focus is on creating homes that look incredible while running intelligently in the background.

Ready to experience the beauty and efficiency of Ketra lighting? Contact us today to start your whole-home lighting upgrade.