Light changes material perception
Color rendering describes how faithfully a source reveals colors compared with a reference light. A high CRI source can make finishes and furnishings feel more coherent, especially in spaces with varied natural materials.
Look at the application
Restaurants, retail displays, galleries, and carefully designed homes benefit from accurate color. The number is useful, but the best decision still comes from testing the lamp with the actual materials in the project.
Comfort is a system
Color accuracy, color temperature, diffusion, glare control, dimming, and fixture position all contribute to the final experience. Treat the bulb and luminaire as one lighting system.
