How long does a Verilux bulb last?
10,000 hours
Lasting up to 10,000 hours, this bulb contains a special blend of earth phosphors to produce a pure, naturally soothing light that improves contrast, color brilliance and visual focus. This verilux natural spectrum bulb makes reading and other tasks more efficient and enjoyable.
What type of light is verilux?
full spectrum light bulb
Verilux light boxes use a full spectrum light bulb that mimics daylight at 6,500K and provide a light intensity of 10,000 lux, which is the clinical standard for effective light box therapy for treating seasonal mood disorders (see more on the specific type of light therapy that Verilux specializes in below).
What bulb is closest to incandescent?
LED manufacturer Cree said this week it had become the first company to meet the standard, producing a bulb with a color rendering index (CRI) of 93 — coming close to the quality of light from a 60-watt incandescent. A CRI score of 100 is the closest to natural light that a bulb can get.
Where are Verilux products made?
Vermont
For more than 50 years, the Vermont-based Verilux has created innovative lighting products that simulate natural light indoors for reading and seasonal light therapy.
What is the best time of day to use light therapy?
For most people, light therapy is most effective when it’s done early in the morning, after you first wake up.
Can I use my happy light all day?
How long do I use my HappyLight® and how? Light therapy typically has the best results if used anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours a day, specifically in the morning.
Is full spectrum light good for humans?
Full spectrum light sources provide a positive association with daylight, which can be good for psychological well-being. They also reflect color faithfully, which makes them superb task lights. Of course, your reduced utility bills will lighten your mood and wallet, too.
What is better LED or incandescent?
LEDs use much less energy than incandescent bulbs because diode light is much more efficient, power-wise, than filament light. LED bulbs use more than 75% less energy than incandescent lighting. Another advantage of LEDs is the “hassle factor.” LEDs last a lot longer than a regular bulb.
Where is verilux located?
Located in beautiful Waitsfield, Vermont, Verilux, is the originator of the HappyLight® and a leader in healthy lighting solutions. The quest for sunlight indoors was founded by Verilux over 50 years ago.
Are verilux lights UV free?
Light intensity measured in lux should be 10,000 lux to mimic a bright sunny day. HappyLight® by Verilux, delivers healthy, UV free “good for your eyes” natural light that lifts your mood.