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Task lighting that is easy on the eyes.

Research-led recommendations and practical explainers for a setup that works in real homes.

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START WITH THE FUNDAMENTALS

1

Control window light

2

Layer room and task lighting

3

Keep reflections off the display

EDITORIAL GUIDES

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BUYING ADVICE

Make the choice in the right order.

  1. 01

    Control window light

    Write down the constraint in your own setup, compare documented specifications against it, and keep a clear way to return or adjust the choice.

  2. 02

    Layer room and task lighting

    Write down the constraint in your own setup, compare documented specifications against it, and keep a clear way to return or adjust the choice.

  3. 03

    Keep reflections off the display

    Write down the constraint in your own setup, compare documented specifications against it, and keep a clear way to return or adjust the choice.