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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
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Danielle Allesch
Lichtplanerin
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If you want to read a book comfortably in the evening or enjoy your favorite series on TV, the right lighting plays a crucial role. Light that is too bright or incorrectly positioned can strain your eyes, disturb your concentration or simply ruin the feel-good factor.
In this article, we'll show you how, why glare-free light when reading and watching TV is so important, which lights you need and how you can create a pleasant, eye-friendly atmosphere in your home.
What is glare-free light anyway?
Glare-free light refers to a type of lighting that avoids annoying light reflections or direct, harsh light. Instead, the light is evenly diffused, pleasantly dimmed and directed in such a way that your eyes are not strained.
Whether you're reading a novel or watching a series marathon in the evening - glare-free light reduces visual fatigue and creates a harmonious lighting mood.
Tip from skapetze®: Our s.luce Ring Air ceiling light with indirect light emission and satin diffuser provides pleasantly uniform room lighting - ideal for living rooms or reading corners!
Why is glare-free light so important when reading or watching TV?
1. to protect your eyes
When reading or watching TV, your gaze is focused on a fixed surface - be it a book page or a screen - for long periods of time. Glaring light sources or unfavorable reflections can put a lot of strain on your eyes and cause headaches or vision problems.
2. less fatigue - more relaxation
Glare-free light helps you to stay focused for longer and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at the same time. Especially in the evening - when there is no natural light source - this is crucial for your well-being.
3. better sleep thanks to the right light color
Warm light (<3000K) has a calming effect on your nervous system. It signals to your body that the day is drawing to a close - in contrast to cold light, which has a more activating effect and can therefore be a hindrance to falling asleep.
Common mistakes with living room lighting
Before we show you how to do it right, here are a few typical lighting mistakes:
Spotlights aimed directly at the sofa
TV area without background light
Cold white light in the living area
Lack of glare protection on ceiling lamps
These situations often lead to glare or contrast problems - both of which put unnecessary strain on your eyes.
The best lights for glare-free light when reading and watching TV
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 its satin diffuser, it produces a soft, even light that is ideal for backlighting when reading - without harsh shadows.
Tips for glare-free light when watching TV
When watching TV, you should avoid direct light on the screen. Instead, we recommend a indirect or dimmed lighting in the room.
Our lighting tips for the TV area:
Use indirect light behind the TV
LED strips create a soft glow and reduce the strong contrast between the screen and its surroundings.Install dimmers on your ceiling lights
This allows you to adjust the light without switching it off completely. A treat for the eyes, especially when watching evening movies!Go for warm light colors (2700-3000K)
These have a calming effect and promote the release of melatonin - ideal at bedtime.
Understanding glare: UGR value explained
The so-called UGR value (Unified Glare Rating) helps you to select glare-free luminaires. The lower this value, the lower the perceived glare.
UGR < 19 → ideal for living and reading areas
UGR < 16 → perfect for concentrated work (e.g. drawings, offices)
Our high-quality s.luce-luminaires are designed to achieve a particularly low UGR value thanks to opal diffusers, optimized beam angles and a discreet design.
Avoid glare - 8 smart solutions
Use glare-free LED luminaires
Use modern LEDs with a satin diffuser or opal glass.Check the positioning of the lights
Avoid direct view of light sources - luminaires should not be in your field of vision.Install indirect light
Whether through wall lights or LED strips - indirect light has a soft effect and does not dazzle.Install a dimmer
Control the light intensity flexibly depending on the time of day and mood.Adjust the light color
Warm tones (2700-3000K) help you relax - particularly important in the evening.Use diffusers
Diffusers or lampshades made of frosted glass are ideal for diffusing light.Use lens covers and lenses
These distribute the light more evenly and prevent hard edges.Louvres and louvre inserts
Special reflectors inside the luminaire direct the light downwards.
Advantages of glare-free light in everyday life
- Relieves your eyes permanently
- Creates a feel-good atmosphere
- Improves concentration when reading
- Prevents harsh contrasts when watching television
- Preserves natural color reproduction
- Promotes better sleep
- Durable and energy efficient
Product tip: s.luce Edge LED wall lamp
This elegant wall lamp is a real highlight for your living room or bedroom. Its side-emitting light provides pleasant brightness, without dazzling - ideal as an addition behind the sofa or next to the TV.
Glare-free light - your eye comfort starts with the right light
If you want to read or watch TV in the evening, give your eyes the comfort they deserve. Glare-free light for reading and watching TV is not a luxury - it is an elementary component of a healthy, relaxed living environment.
With the right lights from the skapetze® range such as the s.luce Crutch , Edge or the Ring Air you can make your rooms not only functional, but also stylish and easy on the eyes.
Get advice now
If you have any questions, our lighting consultants will be happy to help you and create a professional lighting concept for glare-free light when reading or watching TV.
Danielle Allesch
Lichtplanerin
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