What color Kelvin should I choose for my space?

Posted On May 10, 2024

Choosing the correct lighting for your environment can be confusing and somewhat difficult. Let us here explain to you the different color temperatures and different applications for each light color. 

First some quick definition to help you understand light sources. Light colors are measured in degrees Kelvin. There are three main colors that people ideally use in living spaces and outdoors, 3000 Kelvin, 4000, Kelvin, and 6000 Kelvin. Light brightness is measured in lumens, which indicated the light emitted.

Kelvin is a unit measured for light’s color temperature. The color temperature of light depends on whether the light source is warm (yellowish) or cold (white). Warm light has a Kelvin temperature lower than cold light. For example Warm white is 3000K and Cold white is 6000K.

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Now that you know all those boring definitions lets us dive into why you are really here. What is the best light to choose for my living space? The answer to that question depends on the area intended for example:

3000K or warm white color, is an ambient color that give a relaxed vibe. It is mainly used in living rooms, bedrooms, Spa’s, and resting or waiting lounges.  You get the idea. If you are looking to relax, relieve stress 2700 Kelvin to 3000 Kelvin is the ideal color temperature for you. It is good to note that Warm white usually gives a lower lumen output than higher Kelvin temperatures

6000K or Cool white, is a bright white color that is mainly used in spaces where concentration and precision are required. You find these lights mainly installed in laboratories, laundry rooms, garages, workshops...etc.  . Environments that need intense brightness and visual precision are best suited for this light. 6000K also works well for some outdoor spaces like football fields, street lighting safety lighting where visibility is of utmost importance. Unless you want someone to be focused most of the time while in that room or space is it advised to avoid that color temperature, as it puts a lot of strain on the eyes,

4000 K, natural white or otherwise referred to as cool white, is as its name indicates natural looking. Falls in between the 3000K and 6000K temperature color spectrum. This color temperature therefore can serve for both purpose, it can give clarity and enough light to a certain space and at the same time be easy on the eyes. You would usually find this light installed in kitchens, bathrooms, shopping malls, showrooms, lobbies, class rooms, offices, and any area that needs both comfort and visibility.

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So to summarize

• Warm white light (3000K) is perfect for establishing a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.
• Neutral white light (4000K) is best suited for precise visibility in task-oriented environments, and
• Cool white light (6000K) is appropriate for high brightness and accurate visibility in work and outdoor settings.

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