Workshop Lighting Calculator

Calculate optimal lighting requirements for woodworking shops based on area and task requirements.

Workshop Parameters

Lighting Requirements

Enter workshop dimensions to calculate lighting needs.

Workshop Lighting Guide

Light Levels

  • 50 fc: General workshop
  • 75 fc: Detailed work
  • 100 fc: Precision tasks
  • 150 fc: Fine detail work

LED Benefits

  • Energy efficient
  • Long lifespan (50,000+ hours)
  • Instant on, no warm-up
  • Cool operation
  • 5000K color temp ideal

Placement

  • Even spacing for uniform light
  • Avoid shadows at work areas
  • Task lighting for detail work
  • Consider ceiling height

Tips

  • Use daylight (5000K) bulbs
  • Add task lighting at benches
  • Install on separate circuits
  • Consider dimmer switches