LIGHTING TEMPERATURE
The “temperature” of a bulb indicates where it belongs on the color spectrum between cool (blue) and warm (red). Use cool light for close, visual tasks because it shows details better. Use warm light for living spaces because it shows skin tones, wood, and clothing better.
Warm
• Color temperature 2,700–3,500 degrees kelvin
• Brings out natural tones
• Used in kitchens, bathrooms, and offices
Cool
• Color temperature 3,500–4,100 degrees kelvin
• White light for general use
• Used in shops, laundry rooms, garages, and basements
Daylight
• Color temperature 5,500+ degrees kelvin
• Shows “true” colors
• Used in galleries, stores, and restaurants
