The Daylight Company Information

In 1990, Patrick Jacquelin discovered the daylight bulb and recognizing that natural daylight is more healthy and comfortable on our eyes, he realised that the 'daylight simulation effect' could benefit thousands of individuals who need natural light for everyday tasks, or more specifically, for hobbies that involved intricate detail and color matching. From this The Daylight Company was created. Since then, The Daylight Company has steadily grown and today they are one of the market-leading brands of speciality lighting technology for the hobby industry across Europe, with an excellent range of task lighting and magnifying lamps.

The Daylight Company's aim is to bring Daylight™ light indoors and give people the opportunity to get more out of their hobby, collecting or work. Now you can glue, stitch, paint, quilt, match colors of all materials - whatever your hobby involves - at any time of day or night and most importantly, for longer.

The Daylight company's task lamps and magnifiers come supplied with a Daylight bulb, which are perfect for detailed tasks where good clarity, color matching and comfort are necessities.

The key to The Daylight Company's success has been consumer focus . They take pride in taking time to listen to the needs and requirements of individuals with a passion for a variety of hobbies and pastimes. As a result The Daylight Company are confident that their thoroughly researched designs of task lighting and magnifying lights are the best, consumer-driven, hobby lighting products available. The vast majority of their lamps are unique; they are their own designs and are therefore not available elsewhere.

The Daylight Company's wide range ensures that whatever hobby you prefer and wherever you do it, there is a Daylight task or magnifying lamp to suit your needs and increase your productivity and enjoyment!

The Daylight Company have an extensive range of magnifying lamps, i.e. a lamp that combines - the excellent 'Daylight' light source - but also high quality magnification, as well as task lamps and separate magnifying glasses.

The low heat/low energy bulbs are ideal for close-up work and perfect for use for long periods. The Daylight Company's lamps and magnifiers are readily available and very affordable. They cater for all hobby activities - from hobbyists who prefer to work at home or in a workshop, to professionals, and those engaged in very specialised detailed work.

So if you require extra illumination or extra magnification make sure you look at the comprehensive range of Magnifying Lamps, magnifying glasses and task lamps manufactured and supplied by the Daylight Company.

What is a daylight bulb?

A bulb that simulates natural daylight, which allows you to view, detailed work and colours clearly.



What are the main advantages of daylight simulation task lights?

Perfect colour matching. They allow you to see colours in their true light, i.e. as if they were viewed under natural daylight. This includes threads, cottons, paints, paper, fabric, ink etc.
Reduced eye strain. Natural daylight is the healthiest light source for the eyes, therefore a daylight bulb is more relaxing to the eyes because it simulates the light outdoors.
Reduced glare. The soft white light eliminates any reflective glare off work.
Healthier vision. Tests show that daylight bulbs are kinder to the eyes than artificial light, this means work can be enjoyed for longer and there is less reason to worry about affecting your eyesight.



Who uses daylight simulation bulbs?

Daylight simulation bulbs are very popular amongst individuals whose professions and interests involve a lot of close-up, detailed work and the need for accurate colour matching, for example artists, needle workers, hobbyists, craftsmen, graphic designers, beauticians and avid readers.



How long do the bulbs last?

The estimated life of a fluorescent Daylight bulb or tube is 10,000 hours. Daylight fittings use approximately 80% less electricity and last ten times as long as a standard tungsten bulb. They are also low heat.



Can daylight bulbs only be used in daylight lamps?

For maximum effectiveness we recommend that Daylight lamps are fitted with Daylight bulbs, however some of the bulbs themselves can be used in any normal household fitting. They are available in a variety of sizes, fittings (ES and BC) and wattages.



What makes Daylight lamps and magnifiers so unique?

Daylight ltask and magnifying lamps combine simulated daylight lighting with high quality magnifying lenses and innovative design. Developed over many years, their products have been designed for specific uses, such as art, needlework, craft, graphic designers and health and beauty.



How has The Daylight Company become an expert in designing these speciality lamps and magnifiers?

The designs themselves have evolved through listening to the needs of people who actually use our products - crafters and needle workers themselves. the Daylight Company's research and feedback system allows them to be original in their designs, which really addresses the needs of the users and ensures they create the right products for them.



Which Daylight lamp is the best for needlework or other detailed crafts?

All of the Daylight products are created with close-up, detailed work uses as the key concepts of their design. The key difference between The Daylight Company products is how they are used. They have products designed for use while sitting in an armchair, couch or at a table. From floor standing, table top or clip-on models, there is a Daylight lamp for every type of use - a lamp for everyone!



How much magnification power do I need to see detail adequately?

Most of the magnifiers are 1.75X (3 diopter), which is pwerful enough to clearly see detailed work.