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Color Rendering Index (CRI) – Seeing True Colors

Apr 09, 2026

Why it matters

Low CRI makes objects look dull. High CRI is critical for retail, hotels, galleries.

Our recommendation

Application Minimum CRI Boyin standard
Warehouses 80 80+
Offices / Schools 85 90
Retail / Hotels 90 95 (optional)
Art / Museums 97+ 97 (custom)

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Real case:

A jewelry client switched from CRI 82 to our CRI 95 downlights.

Sales staff reported “diamonds look 30% more brilliant” – and sales increased in the lit section.

Tip: Demand R9 value (deep red) > 50 for skin and wood tones.