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Blend -free light while reading and watching TV - this is how you protect your eyes and ensure a feel -good atmosphere

Wohnzimmer blendfreies Licht

Danielle Allesch

Lichtplanerin

If you want to read a book in the evening or enjoy your favorite series on the TV, the right lighting plays a crucial role. Too bright or incorrectly positioned light can overexert your eyes, disturb the concentration or simply ruin the feel -good factor.


In this article we show you Why glare -free light while reading and watching TV As important as which lights you need and how you can specifically provide a pleasant, eye -friendly atmosphere in your home.

What is glare -free light anyway?

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Blend -free light denotes a type of lighting in which disturbing light reflexes or direct, bright light are avoided. Instead, the light is evenly spread, pleasantly dimmed and directed so that your eyes are not overloaded.


Whether reading a novel or in the evening series marathon - glare -free light reduces visual fatigue and creates a harmonious lighting mood.


Tip from skapetze®: Our  s.luce Ring Air ceiling light  With indirect lighting and satin -made diffuser ensures a pleasantly even room lighting - ideal for living room or reading corners!

Why is glare -free light so important when reading and watching TV?

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1. Protection of your eyes

When reading or television, your view is aimed at a fixed area for a long time - be it page or screen. Great light sources or unfavorable reflections can put a lot of strain on the eyes and cause headaches or visual problems.


2. Less fatigue - more relaxation

Blend -free light helps you to stay concentrated longer and at the same time enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. Especially in the evening area - if the natural light source is missing - this is crucial for your well -being.


3. better sleep due to the right light color

Warm light (<3000K) has a calming effect on your nervous system. It signals your body that the day is running out - in contrast to cold light, which has a rather activating effect and can therefore be a hindrance when falling asleep.

Frequent errors in living room lighting

Before we show you how to do it right, here are a few typical light errors:


  1. Spots directed directly onto the sofa

  2. TV area without background light

  3. Cold white light in the living area

  4. Missing glare protection on ceiling lamps


These situations often lead to glare or contrasting problems - both are unnecessary.

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The best lights for glare -free light while reading and looking TV looks

When reading, you need targeted, glare -free light with good color rendering. Here are our recommendations: s.luce Plate wall and ceiling light. Thanks to the satined diffuser, it creates a soft, even light that is ideal for backlight when reading - without hard shadows.

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Tips for glare -free light on television

When watching TV, you should avoid direct light on the screen. Instead, one is recommended indirect or seized Lighting in the room.

Our light tips for the television area:


  1. Use indirect light behind the television
    LED stripes How to create a gentle light and reduce the strong contrast between the screen and the surrounding area.

  2. Install dimmer on your ceiling lights
    So you can adjust the light without switching it all out. Especially with evening films, a blessing for the eyes!

  3. Place on warm light colors (2700–3000K)
    These have a calming effect and promote the melatonin distribution-ideal at bedtime.

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Understand the glare: UGR value explained


The so -called UGR value (unified glare rating) Help you choose glare -free lights. The lower this value, the lower the perceived glare.

  1. UGR <19 → ideal for living and reading zones

  2. UGR <16 → Perfect for concentrated work (e.g. drawings, offices)

Our high quality s.luce-Lights are designed in such a way that they enable a particularly low UGR value through opal diffusers, optimized beam angles and subtle design language.

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Avoid glare - 8 smart solutions

  1. Use glare-free LED lights
    Place on modern LEDs with a satin diffuser or opal glass.

  2. Check the positioning of the lights
    Avoid direct view of light sources - lights should not sit in the field of vision.

  3. Install indirect light
    Whether through wall lights or LED strips-indirect light looks soft and does not dazzle.

  4. Dimmer incorporate
    Check the light intensity flexibly depending on the time of day and mood.

  5. Adjust the light color
    Warm tones (2700–3000K) help with relaxation - especially important in the evening.

  6. Use diffusors
    Lights or lamp umbrellas made of frosted glass are ideal for light scattering.

  7. Use lens covers and lenses
    These distribute the light more evenly and prevent hard edges.

  8. Lamellae and grid inserts
    Special reflectors inside the lamp steer the light down.

Advantages of glare -free light in everyday life


  1. Relieves your eyes permanently
  2. Creates a feel-good atmosphere
  3. Improved concentration when reading
  4. Prevents hard contrasts on television
  5. Receives natural color rendering
  6. Promotes better sleep
  7. Durable and energy -efficient 
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Product tip: s.luce LED wall lamp Edge


This elegant wall lamp Is a real highlight for your living room or bedroom. Its -radiant light provides pleasant brightness, without blinding - Ideal as a supplement behind the sofa or next to the TV.

LED wall lamp Edge

Blend -free light - your eyes are starting with the right lamp

If you want to read or watch TV in the evening, treat your eyes to the comfort they deserve. Glare -free light while reading and watching TV Is not a luxury - it is an elementary part of a healthy, relaxed living environment.

With the right lights from the skapetze® range again s.luce Crutch , Edge or the Ring Air Can you not only make your rooms functional, but also stylish and gentle on the eye.

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Now get advice

If you have any questions, our light consultants are happy to be there for you and create a professional lighting concept for glare -free light while reading and watching television.


Light consultant Danielle