When designing an interior, the choices of material, texture, and colour are deliberate, refined, and deeply personal. But what if the lighting you use dulls that careful palette or distorts the tone of a feature wall?
This is where CRI, or Colour Rendering Index, becomes essential—and why Zico Lighting is committed to providing CRI 95+ across our bulb range, delivering lighting that lets every design decision shine.
What Is CRI?
CRI (Colour Rendering Index) is a measurement of how accurately a light source reveals colours compared to natural daylight. The scale runs from 0 to 100:
- A CRI of 100 means colours appear exactly as they would in natural light.
- A CRI above 90 is considered excellent and is ideal for applications where colour accuracy is crucial.
Low-CRI lighting can cause colours to appear washed out, dull, or even off-hue—negatively impacting both the aesthetics of a space and the experience of the people in it.
Why CRI 95+ Matters in Interior Design
1. True-to-Life Colours
Whether you're highlighting rich velvet upholstery, warm timber tones, or vibrant artwork, a CRI 95+ light source ensures that the colours you see are the colours you intended. High CRI lighting captures the subtle undertones and contrasts that give a space depth and harmony.
2. Enhanced Mood and Atmosphere
Lighting affects more than visuals—it affects how a space feels. A warm neutral wall lit by low-CRI bulbs might seem cold or flat. High-CRI lighting enhances colour warmth, saturation, and texture, resulting in more inviting, emotionally resonant spaces.
3. Essential for Artwork and Detail
In galleries, heritage properties, and homes where artwork is on display, CRI 95+ lighting is essential. It allows the viewer to appreciate the true colour and detail of a piece, from brushstroke nuances to pigment variations.
4. Integrity of Design Choices
Interior designers spend countless hours curating palettes and finishes. High CRI lighting ensures that the space reflects those decisions with precision and fidelity, not compromise.
The Zico Lighting Standard: Always CRI 95+
At Zico Lighting, we don’t treat high colour rendering as a premium add-on—it’s a standard across our range. Why?
Because we know that luxury design demands accurate, beautiful light. All our LED filament bulbs are built to:
- Achieve CRI 95+
- Maintain consistency across dimming levels
- Deliver warm, natural tones that complement high-end interiors
Our commitment to high colour rendering supports interior designers, architects, and hospitality professionals who rely on lighting that enhances, not competes with, the design.
In Summary: Why You Should Never Settle for Less
In a well-designed space, every visual element tells a story. The wrong light can silence it.
With Zico’s CRI 95+ bulbs, your interiors are lit honestly, elegantly, and faithfully—ensuring the colours you chose are the colours your guests and clients will experience.
Elevate your lighting. Illuminate your design.
Browse our full range of CRI 95+ LED filament bulbs and experience colour as it was meant to be seen.