Color Temperature Scale
It's important to pick the right color temperature for your setting. Color temperature describes the "whiteness" of a light source, and is measured in Kelvin (K). A higher Kelvin temperature is a bluer, cooler light while a lower Kelvin temperature is warmer, with a yellow/red appearance. Warm color tones are perfect for comfortable settings, while cooler tones are ideal for professional environments.
Use chart below to learn more about the influence of color temperature in your application.
Find the right color temperature for you:
Warm
Warm, Cozy, Open
Environment: restaurants, hotel lobbies, boutiques, homes.
White
Friendly, Intimate, Personal, Exclusive
Environment: libraries, office areas, retail stores.
Neutral
Friendly, Inviting, Non-threatening
Environment: public reception areas, showrooms, bookstores, office areas.
Cool
Neat, Clean, Efficient
Environment: office areas, conference rooms, classrooms, hospitals, mass merchandisers.
Daylight
Bright, Alert, Exacting Coloration
Environment: galleries, museums, jewelry stores, medical exam areas, printing companies.
