March 24, 2005
Light Tiles
Light Tiles from Villergoy & Boch are both practical and cool. They are floor tiles with embedded LEDs (light-emitting diodes). LEDs, previously used mostly in electronics, are nice because they don't consume much energy, they don't emit much heat, and they don't have filaments that burn out like light bulbs.
This gives them a lifespan of 100,000 hours or about 11 years. The Light Tiles use a 12 volt LED that is wear-resistant and coated with a stainless-steel frame that protects it from wayward shoes. The LED is flush with the tile, so you don't notice any difference when walking on them, but they emit a soft floor lighting, perfect for guidance at night or in darkened media rooms. You can use Light Tiles to create ambiance or stylish floor designs.
