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Not Just Energy Savings, but Aesthetics: The Advantage of LED Retail Lighting

jewlery storeWhether we are aware of it or not, the aesthetic qualities of retail lighting contribute to the sales and success of an establishment. Though obviously we would rather trust a bright space for our commercial needs than say, a dark alleyway, that inherent sense of comfort is just part of the reason.

Lighting is not just an overhead expense for a store; it is as much a factor in driving business as a professional logo or a promotional campaign. Let us explore some of the reasons why this is true, and also illustrate that LED lighting scores over incandescent light in delivering this type of value.

Contrast and Color Richness are Decisive

The color rendering index (CRI) is an objective measure of a light’s ability to reproduce the look of an object in natural lighting. Think about the appearance of fresh fruit in a sunny orchard versus in a refrigerator crisper. Richer, deeper colors and natural, clear contrasts contribute to a sense of ease and comfort for shoppers. This is true in all forms of retail, and the brighter mood within the shopping space contributes to a better traffic flow and a greater propensity for customers to make purchases.

Lighting is Indispensible to Jewelers

This is especially true in the jewelry business: the refractive and reflective properties of the merchandise are the key selling point. Jewelry, no matter how rare or valuable, must sparkle. Lighting should come from above and inside the display case, in order to keep shadows from falling on the goods.

LED Energy Savings

In all situations with a potential return on investment, we must seek to lower long term costs. Lighting is no exception, even though some retailers unwisely look at it solely as a chunk of the energy bill and not a part of value creation. However, LED lights can offer up to 90% lower energy costs, with 25 times more durability. In terms of CRI index, they can now reach up to a rating of 90+ (the sun has a CRI index of 100).

If you could cut marketing costs down by such ratios while maintaining the same returns, you would jump on the opportunity immediately. Professional LED lighting is no different.