LED lamps, lamps and other possible fixtures for indoor lighting have long taken a leading position. They gained popularity due to their cost-effectiveness. They are used to illuminate cars, yards, streets, offices and homes.
Each lighting fixture has its own color temperature. And it has nothing to do with how much heat you can get. From the article you will learn about the concept of color temperature, get recommendations that will help you make the right decision in the process of choosing lighting fixtures and what kind of light to use for the bedroom, kitchen, living room. The tips on choosing lamps and fixtures given in this material will also be useful.
What is color temperature?
As a rule, temperature is associated with heat or cold. But when determining the color temperature of LED lamps, other parameters are taken into account - this is how the human brain reacts to this or that light, how it perceives. Psychologists say that depending on the light, a person is able tobecome aggressive or calm, joyful or sad. Of course, it all depends on the situation in the first place.
The closer the light is to sunlight or yellow, the warmer its value. If the light is white or close to a blue tint, then it is considered cold. It all depends on the perception of the retina and the associations that come to mind. Yellow is summer, sea, beach. Blue - winter, snow, rain.
This is the basic concept of color temperature or light temperature. Now you can easily determine whether the light in your room is warm or cold.
How is it measured?
This indicator is taken into account in Kelvin (K), another unit of temperature. The light temperature of the lamp is determined on a scale from red to bright blue and purple.
European manufacturers divide light into three groups:
- Temperature less than 3500 K. White light. Refers to the warm part of the spectrum.
- Temperature conditions 3500-5300 K. This color is considered neutral white - natural. It is the most visually pleasing.
- Temperatures above 5300 K. The coldest shades of white.
About the intricacies of lighting
The color temperature of the fixtures is an important parameter when choosing them, which determines the correct use of the device. So, it is worth remembering that lamps that have warm light are ideal for rest, relaxation, and can be placed in rest rooms and bedrooms. Cold light will help you focus on work, it givesenergy, encourages activity. The best option would be to illuminate interiors in business centers, offices. Natural white is the most suitable for application in workplaces, living rooms, cafes, exhibitions.
On each lamp, the manufacturer must specify the color temperature parameter. It can be located both on the packaging and on the product itself. Knowing the main groups of color temperatures, you can easily make a choice.
Workplace lighting
The workplace should be equipped in such a way that a person feels a surge of strength and energy. This can be achieved by setting the right lighting.
Scientists have proven that it is best to use cold white light. This is necessary in order to have a higher level of concentration during the work process. Ideal is light that has a temperature of 3500 to 5600 K. This gap is as close as possible to natural light and is easier to perceive.
Working in dim or yellow lighting is not only difficult, but also unpleasant. I immediately want to sleep. It is almost impossible to concentrate in such an environment. Keep this in mind when setting up your workspace. This applies to both the computer desk at home and the office. Therefore, choose the natural color temperature of LED lamps.
Living room
The living room is the main room in the apartment. Guests are greeted here, family evenings are held, and they gather on holidays. That is why it is very important to install correctlylighting fixtures and pick up light.
White light can be chosen for this room. It is best if it is natural. In this case, you will get an atmosphere that is conducive to an active holiday with your family. Natural white light (often referred to as neutral light) has a beneficial effect on nerve cells and brain function. That is why such lighting is recommended in schools.
If it is important for you that all households gather in the living room for relaxation and quiet conversations, then you can choose a warm color, but it should not be dull. This way, you can spend evenings with your children and be absolutely calm about the fact that after that they will not be able to fall asleep for a long time.
Also, with the help of color temperature, you can divide the space into zones. For example, the main light is warm, and the place where you are doing art or just reading a book will be equipped with a lamp that has a cool white light.
Also, do not forget that light affects the perception of the color of surrounding objects. This can either emphasize the impression of your taste or spoil it.
Light for bedroom
Sleep, like nutrition, is very important for a person. Lack of sleep can affect not only performance, but also overall well-being. Incorrectly selected light in this part of the apartment can cause restless sleep or completely deprive it.
The bedroom is for relaxation. To make your sleep pleasant and you can fall asleep quickly, you should pay attention to LED lamps withcolor temperature up to 3500 K. This light will help your eyes relax and prepare for sleep. This also suggests that it is undesirable to keep a TV in the bedroom. Constantly changing colors can irritate the eyes.
Floor lamps and sconces with warm light are best suited for such rooms. They should be located on the walls and bedside tables. But you can completely refuse chandeliers. But there are times when the bedroom is also a workplace, so you should pay special attention to the equipment of such a room.
Illuminate your dressing table and makeup area separately with natural white lights. The wardrobe should also be equipped with a lamp with natural light, then the colors will not be distorted and you can be calm about your appearance.
Kitchen
The kitchen is a magical place that energizes us in the morning and allows us to discuss the past day in the evening on its territory. The mood that will accompany us depends largely on the lighting.
Light in the kitchen is an important part of the interior as a whole, as well as its individual parts. Not only the mood of the hostess, but also the appetite of the household depends on the kind of light in this part of the house. Psychologists have long proven that under cold and warm lighting, people see the color of food differently. Accordingly, food is perceived differently. With cold white lighting, appetite is somewhat reduced, but with warm, on the contrary, it is played out.
When choosing a lamp, you should be basednot only on your preferences, but also to be mindful of the rest. It is best if the light is cold white, close to natural, which will allow you to get more realistic color reproduction. This applies not only to food, but also to interior design in general.
Nursery lighting
A room for children should be especially carefully equipped with lamps. After all, the perception of light in a child has not yet been fully formed. And in order not to harm the growing organism, the light should be chosen correctly.
The main lighting, of course, should be warm. But the study and reading area should be equipped with an LED lamp, which belongs to the cold color spectrum.
This combination will help maintain the ratio between the zone of games and studies. White light has a beneficial effect on the retina and does not cause tension.
Types of light and its applications
The table provides information about the temperature and scope of LED lamps.
| Temperature (K) | Name of light | Premises where applied |
| 2700 | This color is characterized as warm white, maybe with a reddish tinge | Most often this color belongs to ordinary lamps, but now it is also used for LED ones. This light will help you relax. Suitable for home |
| 3000 | This temperature also applies to warm light, but here it canbe a shade of yellowness | Recommended for home use. You can illuminate any room, but it is worth remembering that the shade can change the color perception of interior items or furniture |
| 3500 | Day white. | This is an ideal all-rounder for most spaces, can be used at home, business centers, small cafes. Recommended for classroom lighting in schools. |
| 4000 | This light is cold and just hurts the eyes with its whiteness | Do not use at home, even if you are a fan of bright lighting. Refers to industrial lighting. Used in hospitals, subways, tunnels. |
| 5000-6000 | This is a daytime white and blue color | Its use is recommended in offices, winter gardens, pet shops and exhibitions. Fully replicates natural light |
| 6500 | Cold light, has a lilac hue | Such lighting is used for street lamps, spotlights, spotlights. Often used to illuminate summer cottages and gardens |
From the table above, it is clear which lamps should be used to illuminate the house, and which ones should be left for larger applications.
How to find out the color temperature of the lamp
Before buying a lamp or LED lamp, you should find out about this important parameter. If you notfound information about the color temperature on the packaging or price tag, do not be discouraged. Just take out the product. On it you will certainly find the answer to your question "what color temperature" above the base. Information is indicated in large numbers so that it can be seen in any light.
LED fixtures may contain color data on the fixture itself or in accompanying documentation.
Tips for selecting light temperature
Light in human life is a very important parameter. Choosing it correctly will make you more calm and balanced.
- Light sources must be from trusted manufacturers. Do not buy LED lamps of dubious quality, but at an attractive price.
- Before choosing, always consider options for a possible combination of shade with interior design.
- Children's lamps should be chosen especially carefully.
- The best lighting option is neutral white, which is as close to natural as possible.
In order to create a certain atmosphere in the room, it is worth choosing the right lighting. Using the table and expert advice from this article, you can accurately choose the light for yourself and your loved ones.
