What do you look for as you shop for the light bulb to use around your household? The obvious answers to this question include the brightness (lumen count), the wattage, and the price. But did you know that the color temperature of the unit is an equally important factor?
In general, we consider the blue lights to be cooler and the red ones to be warmer, and they all have different roles to play. This implies that the location where you intend to install them matters a lot.
Let’s get into the finer detail of this topic.
Warm Lighting: Classification of The Color Temperature
The color of the bulbs is rated in Kelvin and is followed by a descriptive term such as bright white or warm white.
Let’s look at a detailed breakdown of the different bulb color temperatures from the lowest to the highest rating:
I) Soft White Warm Light
This color range lies between 2700 to 3000 Kelvin and is warm and yellow, as you may have seen from the light given out by incandescent lighting units. Due to its warmth and coziness, this light is common for bedrooms and living rooms.
II) Warm White Light
Next up is a yellowish-white light that is in the range of 3000-4000 Kelvin. Such bulbs are mainly used in spaces such as kitchens and bathrooms.
III) Bright White Warm Light
Lying in the range of 4000-5000 Kelvin, this color falls between blue and white tones and does not offer the same coziness as the soft white bulbs. So, the bulb is perfect for garages, home offices, workshops, and other work areas.
IV) Daylight: The Best Warm Light
Lastly, we have a color temperature in the range 5000-6500 Kelvin and is unique with the bluish tone it offers. It is used in professional spaces such as libraries, makeup rooms, and offices.
Final Word
Now that you know the different warmth ratings of different bulbs, you can easily determine which one works for you. You no longer have to put up with lighting that only makes your space uncomfortable rather than providing you with the visibility you need.
Hopefully, you’ll have an easy time making the right choice with this knowledge.
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