Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
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Some operators have been experiencing discomfort from the glare from fluorescent lighting at some of the workstations. I am seeking information about possible solutions which have proved beneficial to others. i.e. light filters, or "natural" light bulbs. How do I allow for sufficient lighting without uncomfortable glare?
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RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
This way as operators tend to lean forward as they work, the light was basically coming from slightly behind them reducing the glare.
Remember...
"If you don't use your head, your going to have to use your feet."
RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
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RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
1/2" paracube grilles are very effective but are very inefficient and make the ceiling look dark (and kind of early 80's retro).
3" parabolic louvers are standard in lots of offices and do a reasonably good job while being relatively efficient.
"Indirect troffers" look cool but generally don't help glare much.
Placing the lighting over the user is a good idea for any of the fixtures. Doesn't work too well in open office areas, though.
There are anti-glare filters that can be placed over the CRT's that can help. Visors to shade the CRT may be useful too.
Don't forget dimming or switching. Decreasing the light output from the fixtures will help reduce the glare. If this is a very computer intensive area, you might decide to go with very low light levels, perhaps 20fc, and supplement with task lighting (desk lights).
RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
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Ray Micallef, P. Eng.
Power Generation/Utility Industry
RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
RE: Solution to irritating glare from fluorescent lights
typically, most fluorescent lighting I've been accustomed to uses the "cool white" bulbs -- which drive my eyes nuts and have routinely given me headaches (I even tried the eyeglass tinting recommended for fluorescents -- to no avail)
I tried the "daylight" bulbs which give off a bluer light and are not as glaring or harsh and provided the relief I needed -- as a result, I have also implemented installing these lamps in the control rooms at our power plants...
initially some employees have made fun of the "blue" light (it's only significantly noticable when the "cool white" lights are near), but almost all seem to prefer these type bulbs after working under them -- they have been a little pricier than "cool white" but can be a direct replacement rather than fixture changeouts, etc...