Ceiling Light Fixture: Everything about Color Temperature

When you are buying the recessed ceiling light, you may get frustrated with the actual differences between the color temperature. You may even don't know what's the meaning of the color temperature.
In this post, the author would answer the frequently asked questions about the ceiling fixture's color temperature which was collected from our clients.

What Is Color Temperature?

The color temperature, is a technical term in the recessed lighting industry, describing the color of a visible light source through lighting comparison. And, in the lighting industry, most people tend to call it the light color. Then, generally speaking, the warm light is 3000K or lower, while cool light is 4000K or above.

What is the Best Light Temperature for Rooms?

The light temperature/color temperature you use relates to your activities and areas. If you spend the most time at home, the warmer color temperatures, such as a downlight lamp with 2700K or 3000K(warm white) may be a good option, because this color temperature would create a relaxed environment and not disrupt your sleep patterns.
 

Is Warm or Cool Light Better for Home?

It depends on the what's the function of the area in your house. If the areas are for resting like bathroom, living room, toilet, ceiling light fixture with warm color is highly recommended. In some areas like the cloakroom and dressing room, ceiling light fixtures with light color cool white (4000K)

What is Better 2700K or 3000K?

Both of them have different advantages and functions. If you want to upgrade the recessed ceiling lights in areas where stronger lighting is needed such as the kitchen, office, or bathroom, the ceiling light fixture with a 3000K bulb is a better option, because this color temperature is soft and comfortable to your eyes and also is not too weak to cause distress to eyesight.

Compared with the ceiling light fixture with a 3000K bulb, the ceiling fixture with a 2700K bulb offers a lighting tone that is similar to an incandescent bulb provides and also gives yellowish-orange shading. This lighting effect tends to create a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere that allows you to relax without effort. Therefore, if you want to use indoor ceiling lights to create a sweet and comfortable home, the ceiling light fixture with a 3000K bulb would be a better option.

Is 4000K Good for A House?

The led ceiling light fixture has a 4000K color temperature is another good option! It has the perfect color combination which is not too yellow and not too blue. Therefore, it is a good lighting option for residential and commercial spaces.

Is 5000K too Bright for A Home?

Generally speaking, for a home office space or study, led downlights with 5000K are light enough, because they can offer sufficient lighting and help keep your attention on the work and study.

Should I Get Indoor Ceiling Lights with 3000K or 4000K for A Home Office?

It depends on what kind of home office you want to build. The led ceiling downlights with cooler color temperature such as 4000K is more suitable for the areas which are used for reading or writing. As for the led ceiling downlights with a warmer color temperature such as 3000K, it would be a good option to create a more comfortable and inviting atmosphere for a home office.

Conclusion

All in all, the ceiling fixture with 2700K, 3000K, or 4000K color temperatures are the practical and popular options. And, if you want to get the complete recessed lighting solution, you can contact us, Vertex! We are glad to help you buy the right and perfect led recessed ceiling lights.