I have a quick lighting question

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I have a quick lighting question

Post by lpappy » Fri Sep 26, 2014 3:05 pm

If I wanted to use a gooseneck desk lamp with a full spectrum light bulb would I be looking for with the proper wattage?
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Re: I have a quick lighting question

Post by debbie276 » Fri Sep 26, 2014 4:56 pm

It's the color temperature that is measured on the Kelvin (K) temperature scale rather then the wattage you need to worry about. Look for a light that has a temperature of at least 5000 K and not
more than 5700 K.

Here's a great article explaining which light is best
https://mickaboo.org/confluence/downloa ... ummary.pdf
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GREAT articles on avian lighting:
https://mickaboo.org/confluence/downloa ... ummary.pdf
http://www.naturallighting.com/cart/sto ... sc_page=56

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Re: I have a quick lighting question

Post by lpappy » Tue Sep 30, 2014 10:44 pm

Thanks for your help Debbie. I've learned so much from reading this forum and I'm just trying to do the right thing although the lighting issue can be confusing at times. I had to order one so I should have it anyday - thanks again.
Linda

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