What is the Best Reading Light?
(AD: This post is sponsored by Serious Readers, however, all opinions are my own)
I explain why it’s so important to invest in a good quality reading light, and how reading before bed can be transformative for our mental health.
As the days get shorter and the nights draw in, a good reading light is essential when curling up with a good book.
Reading in low, inadequate lighting can make it difficult for your eyes to focus and cause eye strain. While it’s not thought that reading in the dark can cause more serious eyesight difficulties, it can definitely make the experience of reading much more uncomfortable - particularly if you already have problems with your eyesight.
This is why it’s so important to have a good quality reading light that will make you feel relaxed and comfortable during your nighttime reading.
Evidence shows that reading before bed is good for you…
There are numerous psychological studies which show that reading for pleasure can be hugely beneficial for mental health. One researcher found that reading for just 6 minutes a day can reduce stress by up to 60%, while others have found that reading can increase empathy, prevent memory loss, and provide an escape from the real world.
Even if you only read a few pages a day, reading can be a game changer when it comes to mental health and increasing wellbeing.
About the Serious Readers Light
There are so many things to love about the Serious Readers High Definition Light. Far from an ordinary lamp or reading light, which is often just a decorative piece of furniture, Serious Readers have spent 35 years developing their own Daylight Wavelength Technology. This mirrors the spectrum of natural light, which not only helps to reduce eye strain, but also means that we can see small details and the full range of colours much more easily.
The light itself is easy to adjust to your personal preferences, with an arm that is fully flexible and with a dimmer switch on the light head. This means that you don’t need to twist or contort your body into the best position for the light beam, instead, the light can be adjusted to you using the easy to grab handle.
To further customise your experience, it’s also easy to manipulate the width of the beam of light itself by rotating the rim of the light head.
While other products on the market may be cheaper to purchase, like those from Ikea, Habitat or Anglepoise, the technology just does not match what’s offered by Serious Readers.
I’ve worked with Serious for a number of years as I genuinely love their products. If you’d like to purchase one of their lights, you can use my code JULIA24 for £100 off one of their High Definition (HD) lights with free delivery within the UK.
How much does a Serious Light cost?
These lights are designed to be an essential household item that you’ll use for many years, rather than a disposable piece of furniture. The prices therefore match that ethos:
The full size High Definition Floor Light is currently priced at: £449.99
While the High Definition Table Light costs £399.99
With my discount, you’ll receive £100 off that price, meaning that the HD Floor Light will only cost you £349.99 and the HD Table Light would cost £299.99.
Unlike lots of other brands, these lights are manufactured in Great Britain and are delivered fully assembled. Making a big purchase like this can sometimes be nerve-racking, so if you’re not happy with it after purchasing, and within 30 days, Serious Readers will happily collect the light and provide you with a full refund.
In addition, all purchases come with a 5 year warranty, and if your light becomes faulty during that time Serious Readers can collect your light and repair it in house, free of charge.
You can find out more about the High Definition lights on the Serious Readers website here.
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