HCR Flourescent Bulbs

HCR Flourescent Bulbs

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Home Lighting, Lamps, Tips

High-color-rendering fluorescent bulbs can enhance artwork. The color rendering of a light source describes the ability to accurately render the colors of perceived objects and people. Generally, the higher a light source’s Color Rendering Index (CRI) number,...
HCR Flourescent Bulbs

Lighting Design

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Home Lighting, Lamps, Tips

If you are installing new shop lights or positioning a workbench in your shop, a simple test can help you find the position for best illumination. Hold a pencil or dowel vertically, then check for shadows. Reposition your set-up to reduce shadows as needed. If you...
HCR Flourescent Bulbs

Light Paint

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Home Lighting, Lamps, Tips

Decorate with pale colors on walls, ceilings and floors. Soft tones reflect more light, so you can use lower wattage bulbs and delay turning on lights until later in the day. Using high-gloss paint can help as well.
HCR Flourescent Bulbs

Shop Lights

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Home Lighting, Lamps, Tips

Brightening up your workplace will make work easier and cut down on mistakes and mishaps. To free your benchwork of glare and shadows use two 48-in. tubes in a utility fluorescent fixture, centered over the front edge of your workbench, 48 in. above the work area. For...
HCR Flourescent Bulbs

Light Time

by | Jan 1, 2017 | Home Lighting, Lamps, Tips

Turn off the lights in any room you’re not using, or consider installing timers, photo cells, or occupancy sensors to reduce the amount of time your lights are on.