Sunco Blog - All About LED Lighting!

Sunco LED Lights Come Out Top in Multiple Reviews! Here’s Why
Sunco LED Lights Come Out Top in Multiple Reviews! Here’s Why
We love seeing Sunco products put to the test in real-world roundups, buying guides, and hands-on reviews.   Below is a growing collection of notable mentions from trusted home, DIY, and automotive... Read more...
How Sunco Is Leveling Up to Meet Contractor Needs in 2026
How Sunco Is Leveling Up to Meet Contractor Needs in 2026
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from working with contractors every day, it’s that your business never stands still. So naturally, neither can we.  As we head into 2026, Sunco... Read more...
How to DIY a Guest Room with Lighting Upgrades
How to DIY a Guest Room with Lighting Upgrades
Hosting overnight guests is a luxury—but it doesn’t have to come with a luxury price tag. If you’re lucky enough to own a home, or even just have an extra... Read more...
An Expert Electrician’s Checklist for Spotting Bad Electrical Work
An Expert Electrician’s Checklist for Spotting Bad Electrical Work
Most electrical problems don’t tend to announce themselves with fanfare. They show up quietly: a light that flickers when the microwave turns on, a breaker that trips “once in a... Read more...
Sharing Sunco’s Wins of 2025 and Beyond
Sharing Sunco’s Wins of 2025 and Beyond
I’ve always been a fan of reflecting on the past year at the end of December. In fact, when I was a teen, I would write down the good or... Read more...
5 Christmas Lights Alternatives (That Are Very Alternative)
5 Christmas Lights Alternatives (That Are Very Alternative)
Traditional Christmas lights are great for getting anyone in the holiday spirit, but sometimes you want something a little extra, you know? Something new. Something maybe a little unconventional. Yes, I... Read more...
Top Lighting Trends of 2026 You’ll Actually Want in Your Space
Top Lighting Trends of 2026 You’ll Actually Want in Your Space
Lighting in 2026 is going to be all about feeling good in your space. Whether you’re working from home, hosting friends for a movie night, or just trying to unwind... Read more...
Think Your Commute Is Bad? These Will Change Your Mind
Think Your Commute Is Bad? These Will Change Your Mind
Unless you’re one of the members of the workforce who has moved to remote work in the last few years, the commute to and from work is a daily task... Read more...
Why Winter is the Most Dangerous Season for Labor Workers
Why Winter is the Most Dangerous Season for Labor Workers
I’m going to say something controversial: Winter is my favorite season. I like the brisk air and the snow, even when it’s gone slushy and grey after a few days.... Read more...
PPE Training and Electrical Safety Best Practices
PPE Training and Electrical Safety Best Practices
Is smart technology for construction workers and electricians actually making us less safe? Studies show that this might be the case and warn against complacency in the workplace.  Read more...
Sunco at the HKTDC International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) 
Sunco at the HKTDC International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) 
This past week, Sunco’s Product Department just wrapped up an unforgettable few days at the HKTDC International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) in Hong Kong. As a team that lives and breathes... Read more...
Why Veterans in the Construction Industry Are Essential
Why Veterans in the Construction Industry Are Essential
There are an estimated 17.6 million living veterans in the U.S., with approximately 8.63 million currently involved in some area of the civilian workforce. Among the many industries open to them,... Read more...
New Electrical Supplies from Sunco
New Electrical Supplies from Sunco
At Sunco, we’re always looking for ways to make the customer experience better all around. That means going beyond lighting and stepping into the world of general electrical supplies. This... Read more...
Around the World in a Lunchbox: What Construction Workers and Electricians Eat on the Job
Around the World in a Lunchbox: What Construction Workers and Electricians Eat on the Job
Few people understand the true value of a good sack lunch like construction workers and electricians. When you spend your day lifting, wiring, climbing, or hammering away under the sweltering... Read more...
The History and Importance of National LED Light Day
The History and Importance of National LED Light Day
Every year on October 7th, America celebrates National LED Light Day—a day that might sound oddly specific at first, but once you learn the history and impact of LEDs, it... Read more...
Unique National Holidays You've Never Heard Of (Until Now!)
Unique National Holidays You've Never Heard Of (Until Now!)
Tuesday, October 7th is National LED Light Day. Now, I know that probably sounds made up, but I promise it’s real. In fact, there are a ton of obscure and... Read more...
How to Wire a Light Switch
How to Wire a Light Switch
If you’ve ever stared at a broken light switch and thought, “How hard can this be?” Well, you’re not alone. Wiring a light switch is one of those DIY home... Read more...
Ranking the Home Improvement TV Personalities We Love (and Sometimes Side-Eye)
Ranking the Home Improvement TV Personalities We Love (and Sometimes Side-Eye)
Home improvement TV is a very particular cocktail: one part actual design skill, one part charisma, and one part hair that can withstand drywall dust and stage lights. The best... Read more...
A Fresh Push to Connect Veterans with Energy and Manufacturing Jobs
A Fresh Push to Connect Veterans with Energy and Manufacturing Jobs
Back in late June, two members of Congress—Reps. Jen Kiggans (R-Va.) and Chrissy Houlahan (D-Pa.)—introduced a new bipartisan bill that could make it a lot easier for service members leaving... Read more...
Recessed Lighting 101 - What to Know Before You Buy
Recessed Lighting 101 - What to Know Before You Buy
Recessed lights (aka can lights, downlights, pot lights—whatever you want to call them) are a super clean way to light a space without bulky fixtures getting in the way. But... Read more...
What Is Color Temperature? A Homeowner’s Guide to Better Lighting
What Is Color Temperature? A Homeowner’s Guide to Better Lighting
Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt relaxed—or, on the flip side, suddenly more awake and alert? That reaction often has less to do with the décor... Read more...
The Workforce is Getting Older (What this Means for the Next Generation of Electricians)
The Workforce is Getting Older (What this Means for the Next Generation of Electricians)
Have you've noticed fewer young faces in trades and more seasoned pros taking up space in almost every jobsite? You just might be onto something. This is because the average... Read more...
Could AI Save Your Trade Career?
Could AI Save Your Trade Career?
Picture an electrician. Do you see them? I would bet that you’re imagining someone in an orange or fluorescent green work vest and a hard hat, bending a pipe or... Read more...
Are Prefabricated Homes a Bad Investment?
Are Prefabricated Homes a Bad Investment?
As a millennial who would love to own a home someday, I am bombarded with advice or other general sentiments regarding finance and real estate from all sides. One side... Read more...