Use windows but don’t rely on them alone
Natural light is the most important in any lighting layout. Aside from that, you get it for free! So, if you have a lot of windows, utilise them as much as possible. Natural light is comfortable on the eye, so your customers will love it if there’s some sunshine visiting your store.
However, don’t just rely on natural light and disregard other light sources. Remember, the weather needs to be good for you to have sunlight. If you rely so much on natural light, what will you do when there’s a storm or when it’s winter and sunset is earlier? Ensure that your artificial lighting is still in place so you won’t be in the dark when the clouds suddenly block the sun!
Safety is a priority
If you’re thinking that your merchandise and registers are the only important places that need ample illumination, you’re wrong. If you don’t light your space evenly, there are chances that someone might trip in the dark areas. As a shop owner, your priority should be to ensure the safety of your customers and to do that, you need to light up your place correctly to avoid any hazards. That is why walkways, stairs, hallways, and entrances and exits should be visible to avoid any issues.
Select the correct CRI
You might think that colour temperature and CRI are the same; however, they’re not. Colour rendering index (CRI) is the ability of the fitting to differentiate between colour to the eye. A light with a higher CRI gives you a better view of the colour, allowing you to appreciate the product more. Opt for 80+ and higher to ensure that your shop will have better visuals for your customers!
There you have it! That is how you light a retail store. So, if you want to do it right with your shop’s lighting plan, get LEDs instead of other types of lighting. LED lights are far better when it comes to performance, durability, and lifespan!
