Bright Ideas: How to Choose the Best Light for Studying

Ditch the Shadows
A pivotal element to studying is reducing eye strain and fatigue. When you have a dark, shadowy area of your study space, your eyes must adjust anytime you look from that area to the brighter, well-lit areas. Try to position your light sources to remove these unwanted shadows and give you a more equal distribution of light.

Adjustable vs. Fixed Study Lights
Adjustable lighting provides a lot more flexibility to create the desired effect you want in a study area. A lamp with a movable head or something that allows you to control the intensity ensures a more customized space. That is why we suggest going with a layered effect instead of choosing one or the other intensities from fixed and adjustable lights.

Does Daylight & Nighttime Matter for Study Lights?

Daylight and nighttime significantly impact the effectiveness of study lights. During the day, natural light provides an excellent lighting source for studying. You can balance it with LED lights to create a consistent learning environment.

At night, the best LED light colors are TruWave that provide a welcoming environment for studying as they mimic natural daylight without the blue light you would get from modern technology screens. However, using warm and dim lights during nighttime can cause drowsiness and fatigue, reducing productivity and concentration. If you cannot use a balanced white LED bulb, shoot for a red or amber LED.

Conclusion

Choosing the best light for studying is an essential step in designing the most relaxing learning space that will not put extra strain on your eyes or lead to sleeping issues because it messes with your natural circadian rhythm. The goal should be to mimic natural light as much as possible.

We hope this article has provided you with the best tips for building a unique study light space in your home or professional setting. An excellent place to start would be our Reduced Eye Strain line of products available from LEDVANCE and TruWave, light that mimics lighting closest to the sun's natural colors. This way, you can prepare your study space for reading to your kids at night or pulling an all-nighter before a test. Good luck and happy studying!