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The cause of migraines is not fully understood. But experience and some research indicate that the quality of light may play a role. Specifically, blue light seems to trigger or worsen migraines. While there are many sources of blue light—sunlight, LEDs, computers, tablets, and phones—fluorescent lights are one of the most ubiquitous blue light emitters. Practically every office, retail store, supermarket, and school is awash in blue-tinted fluor… Read more

Fluorescent light diffuser covers do a lot. They are popular in offices, businesses, and medical settings. Schools use them, too. But fluorescent light covers aren’t just for businesses. If you have fluorescent lights in your home, you could be suffering the consequences without even knowing it. Fluorescent light covers, or as they are sometimes called decorative light covers or fluorescent light filters, have huge benefits. While many homes have… Read more

In this age of fancy new LED lights and increasing awareness of the effects of light on human health, it is amazing how many spaces are still lit with fluorescent lights. But many consumer are now learning how decorative ceiling light panels improve health.Fluorescent lights have an incredibly long lifetime compared to their price and are cheap to run. They can last up to 13 times as long as incandescent lights. They also require a fraction of th… Read more

Teachers have one of the hardest jobs out there. It is also one of the most important jobs. Educating the next generation can by a thankless job, so anything that can help teachers is a welcome support. Unfortunately, most schools were built with lighting that is not conducive to focus, concentration, and learning. In fact, the fluorescent lights in most school inhibit positivity and a learning attitude. At Octo Lights we understand the importanc… Read more