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Want to know your Lux from your Lumens? This is the place to start.

Can I adjust the brightness & color temperature of my light?

Absolutely! All of our lights feature brightness control, and most also offer adjustable color temperature—perfect for achieving the ideal look across any setting. On-Device Controls: Use intuitive dials, buttons, touch-sliders, and remotes to adjust

What is Edge-Lit technology?

Edge-lit lights get their name from the way they’re built—tiny LEDs are positioned around the inner frame of the lamp, rather than directly behind it. These LEDs shine inward toward a series of precision-engineered reflectors, which then redirect the

What is color temperature?

Color temperature describes how warm or cool a light appears, based on the spectrum it produces. It’s measured in Kelvin (K). Warm Light – Around 4000 K or below, giving a cozy, amber glow similar to candlelight or tungsten bulbs. Cool Light – Around

What does CRI mean?

The Color Rendering Index, or CRI, is a 0–100 scale that measures how accurately a light source reveals colors compared to natural sunlight—the gold standard of lighting. A CRI score of 80+ is considered good, while anything 90+ is excellent. Most Lu

What does LUX and LUMEN mean?

Lumens (lm) measure the total amount of visible light a source emits—no matter how far it reaches or how it’s spread out. Think of it as the overall brightness output as perceived by the human eye. Lux (lx) measures how much of that light actually la

What does RGB and BI-COLOR refer to?

RGB LightingRGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue—the three primary colors of light. By blending these in different intensities, RGB lights can produce over 16 million unique colors. This gives you endless creative possibilities, from subtle mood light

What is GREEN / MAGENTA tint control?

The Green/Magenta Tint adjustment is a powerful tool for photographers and videographers who demand precise color accuracy. Just as color temperature lets you shift between warm (yellow) and cool (blue) tones, tint control lets you fine-tune your lig