LED Shopping Guide

Things to look for when shopping for LED light bulbs:

1. Look for the U.S. Department of Energy’s ENERGY STAR logo for guaranteed color, quality over time, steady light output over the lifetime, high efficiency, and a warranty.

2. Lumens: The higher the number, the more light is emitted.

3. Lumens per watt (lm/W): The higher the number, the more efficient the product.

4. Watts: The lower the wattage, the less energy that is used.

5. Correlated Color Temperature (CCT): Cool white light is usually better for visual tasks. Warm white light is usually better for living spaces because it casts a warmer light on skin and clothing. Color temperatures of 2,700 – 3,600 K are recommended for most general indoor and task lighting.

6. Coloring Rendering Index: The higher the number, the truer the appearance of the light.

Thanks to Kentucky Living and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association for this information.

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