[sdiy] Slightly OT: Workspace lighting

[Justin Owen]

Hello,

Hope nobody minds me asking about this... I want to replace the lighting in my workspace and I figured there'd be a few of you with some wisdom on it.

I have three cheap halogen lamps - one over each desk. Over the last year I've noticed how 'coloured' the light is - very yellow. I first noticed this while using the magnifying (fluorescent) lamp I bought for SMT work - which has a nice, clear white light and then recently while shooting some video using a proper photo lamp - which was much brighter and more importantly - much whiter.

So - what recommendations for bulb/light types/brands, etc. for a nice, bright, clean working environment.

Please keep in mind that it's mid February and I live in London - so please keep any comments about daylight and sunshine to yourself. :)

Thanks ya!