11/08/2020
Lighting is a tough thing to work through, especially because it’s all about preference. When you live in a city that spends a good 8 months out of the year with snow on the ground and little daylight, the lighting in your home becomes more important than anything; because of this a lot of people will move to a whiter “daylight” coloured bulb to stimulate real daylight in the home. This style bulb has pros and cons. A daylight coloured bulb is great for people actively seeking a lighting option that will make their space feel brighter and more open. By having more cool blue tones the daylight style bulbs bring in a sense of calming bright light that help to make your home feel like it’s July and not the middle of November. Daylight bulbs can get to be a bit much though if used everywhere in your home, some people stay away from this colour simply because it can come off a little cold and sterile. We suggest using daylight bulbs in spaces like bathrooms and kitchens. Warmer tone bulbs usually fall into the soft white category and also have great benefits but also a few downfalls; for instance soft white is a great colour for cozy bedroom vibes, it gives off a warm feeling and makes the room feel super inviting. By using a soft white you’re sometimes giving up the level of brightness you would be with a daylight, but you win in relaxed toned lighting. Some people may stay away from a soft white because it can be perceived as tacky, but much like daylight colours we suggest using soft white in strategic places in your home, try for bedrooms and formal dining areas.