{"id":6919,"date":"2023-06-07T02:23:51","date_gmt":"2023-06-07T02:23:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/perfectoutdoorspaces.com\/?p=6919"},"modified":"2023-06-10T03:13:14","modified_gmt":"2023-06-10T03:13:14","slug":"what-color-light-is-best-for-porch-light","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatblueprint.com\/what-color-light-is-best-for-porch-light\/","title":{"rendered":"What Color Light Is Best For Porch Light?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With most houses, the front porch is the section of the house that is most visible from the street, and therefore, you want your front porch to look welcoming. Porch lighting is not only important for creating the right atmosphere but also doubles as security lighting in your yard at night.<\/strong> The right color bulb ensures that your yard is well-lit at all times without compromising aesthetic appeal.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm white light (2700K) is the best color for a porch light. Warm white light creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere while still providing adequate lighting that doubles as aesthetic and security lighting. Porch lighting with a yellowish or off-white hue works best in keeping flying insects to a minimum at night. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don’t want your porch light to take away from the natural surroundings, but you don’t want to sit in a poorly lit area either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to find out which color porch light is best for setting the right mood while providing optimal security in your space.<\/p>\n\n\n

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What Determines The Colour Of A Porch Light? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The color temperature of the bulb determines the color of your porch light. The color temperature of a light is measured in degrees Kelvin (K),<\/strong> which is usually indicated on the bulb. Lower Kelvins (2700-2800K) indicate warmer, yellowish light, while higher Kelvins (4000-5000K) indicate cool, white light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Does The Colour Of Your Porch Light Matter? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many different colored lights available for outdoor porch lighting. Now you may be wondering \u2013 what’s the big deal with the color of a porch light? When it comes to lighting, the bulb’s color temperature is very important<\/strong> because it helps determine the mood and atmosphere of the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have an infographic image on best color lighting for outside spaces below to help or share. It can be made bigger by clicking on the image. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Low Colour Temperature Vs. High Colour Temperature <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although high color and low color temperatures may look quite similar when viewed separately, you will notice a remarkable difference when you place the two different lights side-by-side. Below we have summarized a few key differences between them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Low colour temperature lights: <\/h4>\n\n\n\n