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Ergonomic Lighting Levels by Room

A Room by Room Look at Residential Lighting Levels

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The following is a list of minimum lighting levels for residential spaces:
  • Kitchen
    • General - 300 lux
    • Counter top - 750 lux

  • Bedroom (Adult)
    • General - 300 lux
    • Task - 500 lux

  • Bedroom (Child)
    • General - 500 lux
    • Task - 800 lux

  • Bathroom
    • General - 300 lux

  • Living Room/Den
    • General - 300 lux
    • Task - 500 lux

  • Family Room/Home Theater
    • General - 300 lux
    • Task - 500 lux
    • TV viewing - 150 lux

  • Laundry/Utility
      General - 200 lux

  • Dining Room
    • General - 200 lux

  • Hall Landing
    • General - 500 lux

  • Home Office
    • General - 500 lux
    • Task - 800 lux

  • Workshop
    • General - 800 lux
    • Task - 1100 lux

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