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Color temperature articles from LightsOnline Blog. All light sources have a color temperature that you can see, whether it is a yellowy candle-like glow or just like a sunny day outside. Here, we explain more about color temperatures and how to choose the one that’s right for you.
When we hear the word “temperature,” most people immediately think of our sense of touch and how something feels — warm, hot, or cold. Lighting, however, is different. “Color temperature” in lighting describes how the light “looks” and subsequently affects us on a psychological level. Light bulb manufacturer Bulbrite defines color temperature as a...
Who hasn’t stood in the light bulb section at the hardware or home improvement store and wondered which bulbs to choose? With such a wide and varied selection, it’s not always an easy task. It’s tempting to simply pick any bulb that will fit – but you shouldn’t do that! It’s easy to overlook...
If you’re looking to gain a deeper understanding of how warm and cool lights work in your home, learning about color temperature is the perfect place to start. This color temperature guide explains different shades of white light measured on a scale from warm to cool in degrees Kelvin (K). The scale for white...
When you walk into a low-lit restaurant, you may notice how the lighting is used to create an ambiance of intimacy. Contrast this with the bright, vibrant lights in a department store. Both are using a concept known as “color temperature.” Color temperatures sit on a spectrum that, in the simplest terms, can be...
