The benefits of LED lighting
According to research, brighter lighting such as LED can have positive effects on behaviour due to displaying a more natural light. A study by Heschong Mahoe Group fund found that exam results were 18% higher for pupils who studied in natural light as opposed to minimal lighting. Improve your work environment while saving money. We are here to manage your next LED project by recommending the best lighting fittings and technology for you and your environment.
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According to a study made by the Heschong Mahoe Group fund, Pupils who have studied under natural light have seen their exam results be 18% higher than those studying with minimal natural light.
The Psychology Behind Brighter Lighting
It’s important to remember the environment in which we surround ourselves in has a huge impact on our mood and well-being. Therefore, it’s wise to be aware of this and make interior spaces as welcoming and comfortable as possible.
The harsh reality is that in the darker months like autumn and winter, we struggle to get enough natural daylight. This has a strong correlation with Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D) which is when our body's natural awake/sleep cycle becomes confused and therefore produces the wrong chemicals at the wrong times. This hard-wired biological flaw is natural; however, studies have demonstrated that LED lighting can reduce depression and enhance states of arousal when the colouring mimics daylight accurately.
Did you know that you could even have a gradual change in colour throughout the day to reflect the day's natural light cycle? You may want to start with brighter cooler lighting and adjust to a warmer colour automatically towards the end of the day.