Lighting lingo
Know your Lumens and Kelvins
Watts
The energy a bulb uses
Lumens
The amount of light produced (brightness)
Kelvin
Colour (appearance)
Watts (incandescent) to Lumens (LED)
When you are replacing inefficient bulbs, be sure to match the old wattage with new lumen measurements to figure out
brightness.
Colour temperature (Kelvins)
Warmer, Yellow
2700K - 3000K
Cooler, Daylight
5000K - 6500K
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While personal preferences vary, typically warmer yellow light is best for bedroom and living areas. Cooler is best for kitchens and workspaces.