LED Office Lighting: 7 Key Benefits

In a perfect world, your office would have floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with sunlight. Naturally, the sun would never be obscured by clouds or bad weather, providing the exact right amount of light your team needs to be their most productive.

In the real world, however, getting the right office lighting takes a bit more effort. You need to ensure that employees have adequate lighting while still considering budget and space limitations. Many commercial buildings default to fluorescent tubes, but there’s a better option for everyone: LED lights. Here are seven reasons why LED office lighting is far more beneficial in the modern workplace.

7 reasons to prioritize LED office lighting

1. LED office lighting fixtures are the next best thing to sunlight

According to psychologist Sally Augustin, “Lighting does have a significant effect on people’s psychological state as well as how they think and behave.” Natural light works as a mood booster, while insufficient illumination or harsh fluorescent office lighting can put people on edge.

In the absence of sunlight, LED office lighting comes closest to emulating it. High lumen counts allow LEDs to mimic natural lighting, with some bulbs even following the sun’s dawn-to-dusk schedule. And because you’re not using fluorescent lights, you won’t have to worry about unnatural flickering affecting your team’s well-being.

2. It’s an eco-friendly option

At Walmart Business, we’re committed to sustainability—and we know we’re not alone. If you’re also searching for more environmentally friendly ways to run your business, LED office lighting offers a clear advantage over fluorescent tubes and traditional incandescent bulbs. Not only are they completely recyclable and free of toxic chemicals, they use less energy (more on that later). In practice, that means switching to LED lighting could significantly reduce your carbon footprint.

3. LED bulbs have long lifespans

Even if they are recyclable, constantly replacing light bulbs isn’t any office manager’s idea of a good time. Thankfully, in addition to their environmental and mood benefits, LED lights generally last much longer than other artificial light sources.

According to the United States Department of Energy, LED bulbs can last between three and five times longer than compact fluorescent bulbs—and 30 times longer than incandescent bulbs. That means you’ll spend less time swapping out light bulbs and less money replacing them.

4. They may lower your energy bills…

Buying fewer bulbs isn’t the only potential cost savings associated with LED office lighting. The Department of Energy also states that residential LEDs “use at least 75% less energy,” resulting in “a large potential impact on energy savings.” In other words, prioritizing LED lights over alternative light sources could help lower your electricity bill.

How does it work? Unlike incandescent and fluorescent lights, which illuminate a wide area, LED lights are directional. They don’t produce more light than they need, allowing for extremely efficient energy usage.

5. …while giving off less heat

The energy-efficient nature of LED lighting comes with another perk: it generates far less heat. Fluorescent lights and incandescent bulbs release 80% to 90% of their energy as heat, which is why sitting directly under these fixtures can make your employees feel like they’re baking in the sun. Additionally, some LEDs utilize heat sinks to further negate added warmth.

6. There are plenty of options for the modern workplace

Whether your office is a wide-open venue or composed of numerous nooks and crannies, the directional nature of LED lights means that they can illuminate just about any space. Desk lamps and adjustable floor lamps make it easy to adjust the lighting to your preferences without causing unnecessary screen glare or harsh shadows.

On top of that, LEDs are generally a more tech-savvy option. Many LED bulbs incorporate smart technology that lets users adjust their brightness from an app or voice-activated virtual assistant. And for hard-to-reach areas that don’t support floor or desk lamps, LED light strips can get the job done.

7. LEDs can make an impact

Imagine this: you’re pitching to a high-value potential client. How can you make the presentation—and your entire business—more memorable? By utilizing strategically placed LED office lighting fixtures with customizable colors. You can create a memorable first impression by changing the light strips in the lobby to match your business aesthetic and continue to use the technology to punctuate your value proposition.

Even if you’re not using them to impress people visiting your workspace, multi-color LED lighting can help distinguish your workplace as a tech-forward business. This will help when it’s time to recruit the next generation of employees, many of whom already use RGB lighting in everyday applications. 

Upgrade your office lighting with Walmart Business

There’s yet another benefit to LED office lighting: you can find it at Walmart Business. Our prices make it easier to stock your office while staying on budget, so let there be light!

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