Colour temperature and lighting: 5 tips to help you choose

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06 March 2020

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Shimmering shades of light from the sublime Greenway Crackle Wall Light by ADesignStudio.
Shimmering shades of light from the sublime Greenway Crackle Wall Light by ADesignStudio.
When choosing light bulbs and fixtures for your home, it's crucial to consider the colour temperature they project while illuminating your space. Many homeowners take a casual approach, not realising how much impact, both positive and negative, their decision can have.
Colour temperatures become cooler as Kelvin values rise as shown in this Kelvin colour temperature scale.
A warm white light colour temperature is perfect for a living room, seen here with the stunning Venn 1.0 Wall Light by Wever & Ducre.
A room's function is just one of the factors to consider when choosing the right light temperature, demonstrated here with the exquisite Sonora Pendant by Oluce.
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