Divine Lightings' Guide to Understanding Kelvin:

What is a Kelvin?

Kelvin (K) is a unit of measurement used to describe the color temperature of light. It indicates whether light appears warm, neutral, or cool.

Lower Kelvin values, such as 2,700K, produce a warm, yellowish light, similar to incandescent bulbs. As the Kelvin value increases, the light becomes cooler and more bluish in appearance. For example, a 5,000K light resembles daylight, while higher values, like 6,500K, produce a crisp, blue-toned light. Kelvin helps you choose the right lighting for different settings based on the desired mood or function.

Below are some examples of different Kelvins, and the atmosphere they provide:

- 3000K: gives off a soft white glow, often yellow in appearance; best for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms and outdoor spaces.

- 4000K: gives off a bright amount of white light; best for kitchens, offices, workspaces and vanities where task lighting is needed.

- 5000K: gives off a bright amount of blue-white light, similar to daylight; best for display areas and work environments where very bright illumination is needed.