Home Office LightingWhether you work from home or use your home office for writing letters, checking emails and doing homework, you need to ensure that this space is properly illuminated. Using a computer or reading and writing in an improperly lit room is not only incredibly bad for your eyesight, but can also impact your concentration and productivity. When planning the lighting for your home office, it is best to create a flexible scheme comprising different layers of light.The basic level of lighting needs to be at least as bright as your computer screen so as to avoid eyestrain. For this reason, having the main light source fitted with a dimmer switch can enable you to supplement daylight with dim light and increase the light to its full brightness during the evening. It is best to light your main workspace with light coming from the sides. If the main ceiling light source shines from behind, you will cast a shadow over your desk and have direct glare on your computer screen, whereas light shining from in front of your desk will cause indirect glare, both forms of which are distracting and can cause headaches. Although many people are wary about using fluorescent light as a main source as it had a bit of a bad reputation, recent improvements and the development of compact fluorescent lighting (CFL) mean that it is now an attractive option for use in the home. CFLs now produce a warm, flicker free, instant illumination similar to that of frequently used incandescent light bulbs. They are however a much more efficient light source and could save you money especially if your home office is frequently used. Ceiling fitted side lights will provide a good base layer of illumination, it is however important to supplement this with desk lighting as our eyes are attracted to the brightest area of our surrounding space and so the inclusion of task lighting within your workspace will help you focus. Fluorescent lighting installed near the front of the underside of cabinets or shelves will illuminate areas otherwise likely to be cast in shadow. Choosing a flexible desk lamp is essential so that its position can be altered so that its light is focused where needed without producing glare. A halogen bulb is a good option as it provides a clean light with colour rendition properties similar to sunlight and so it will enhance clarity and contrast for reading and writing. When planning the lighting scheme for your home office you must also consider including accent illumination. Low voltage halogen cable lighting is a good option as it is flexible enough to be focused on different features within the room such as special awards or certificates, a beautiful painting or an interesting plant. By incorporating different layers of light within your home office you can enhance your concentration and productivity whilst decreasing the strain on your eyes, making this room a more enjoyable and comfortable space to work in. |
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