Lighting Temperature Preview
See exactly how different bulb temperatures (2200K candle to 5000K daylight) change the feel of a room. Pick your room type, compare side-by-side, and find the Kelvin number designers actually use for each space.
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What Each Temperature Does
2200K
Candle-adjacent. Deep amber glow. For ambient-only use — reading or working requires brighter supplement.
2700K
The designer default for living spaces. Warm, flattering, cozy. Flatters wood, brass, skin tones.
3000K
Slightly brighter and crisper than 2700K. Good for kitchens and bathrooms where task clarity matters.
4000K
Neutral white. Best for work surfaces, laundry rooms, garages. Avoid in bedrooms and living rooms.
5000K+
Daylight white. Harsh and clinical in homes. Reserve for workshops, task lights, or display cases.
RoomBest Kelvin
Living room2700K
Bedroom2700K
Dining room2700K
Entryway2700K
Kitchen (overall)2700-3000K
Kitchen (under-cabinet task)3000-3500K
Bathroom (vanity)3000K
Home office (desk task)3000-4000K
Closet3500-4000K
Laundry room4000K
Garage / workshop4000-5000K