What is Colour Temperature?
Colour Temperature is a way to describe the appearance of light emitted by a bulb. It describes the colour of the light. It does not describe the quantity of light.
- Warm White (2700 K): Welcoming, smooth and relaxed lighting. Emphasizes reds and yellows to create a comfortable living space! (Warm tones)
- Soft White (3000 K): Dynamic and even lighting. Create a neutral light for a friendly and relaxed environment! (Slightly warm)
- Cool White (4000 K): Radiant, clean and stimulating lighting. Design a space perfect for reading with a modern look! (A hint of Blue tones)
- Natural Light (5000 K): Similar to natural Daylight with crisp cool white colour. Often used in garages, retail environments, and industrial spaces ( Blue tones)
Can Colour Temperature affect the way you feel?
Yes. Warmer colour temperatures (lower temperature rating 2700K-3000K) create a more relaxed atmosphere. Cooler colour temperatures (higher temperature rating 4000K +) have a more stimulating affect. Light influences our circadian rhythms. Ideally we should mimick the natural progression of colour temperature throughout the day. Higher (cooler) colour temperatures through the middle of the day and lower (warmer) colour temperatures in the evening to settle our bodies down for rest.
Will Colour Temperature affect my paint colors?
Yes. Color Temperature will change the appearance of your paint colors.
What is the most popular Colour Temperature?
Our most popular colour temperature choice by customers is 3000K
What is the Color Temperature of Incandescent Lights?
You did not have the ability to select a colour temperature with the older Incandescent lights. Incandescent lights were generally equal to 2700K.
What is the Color Temperature of Halogen Lights?
Halogen lights did not offer the ability to select a color temperature. The older style Halogen lights were generally equal to 3000K.
