I need bright, clear lighting for my kitchen workspace. What color is best for this?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lighting-Light-Bulbs/White/N-5yc1vZbmbuZ1z1bkiy?emt=plpfaq_2504_lightbulbs" style="text-decoration: underline;">White light bulbs</a> are ideal for maximizing visibility and focus in your kitchen. These provide a clean, crisp light that resembles daylight, essential for cooking, preparing meals, and making your colors pop.

What color temperature options are available for light bulbs?

Choosing the right color temperature can significantly impact the feel of your space, so consider how each affects the mood you want to create. We offer temperature options such as <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lighting-Light-Bulbs/Warm-White-Less-Than-2700K/Specialty/T7/N-5yc1vZbmbuZ1z0vvpdZ1z1w0qiZ1z22yih?emt=plpfaq_2504_lightbulbs" style="text-decoration: underline;">warm white (less than 2700k)</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lighting-Light-Bulbs/Soft-White-2700K/Specialty/T7/N-5yc1vZbmbuZ1z0vvpdZ1z1w0qiZ1z22ymc?emt=plpfaq_2504_lightbulbs" style="text-decoration: underline;">soft white (2700k)</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lighting-Light-Bulbs/Bright-White-3000K/Specialty/T7/N-5yc1vZbmbuZ1z0vvpdZ1z1w0qiZ1z22yx1?emt=plpfaq_2504_lightbulbs" style="text-decoration: underline;">bright white (3000k)</a>.

I'm replacing a bulb and see a lot of letters and numbers on the base. What do these light bulb base codes like E26, GU10, or G13 mean?

Light bulb base codes indicate the type of connector and the size of the bulb's base, ensuring it fits correctly into your fixture. The “E” denotes a standard screw-in Edison base, like the common <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Lighting-Light-Bulbs/E26/N-5yc1vZbmbuZ1z0tp3j?emt=plpfaq_2504_lightbulbs" style="text-decoration: underline;">E26</a>. At the same time, “GU” usually signifies a bi-pin connector often found in track lighting and spotlights, and “G” is usually the most popular of the common bi-pin base types. Understanding these codes prevents buying the wrong bulb and ensures safe, reliable lighting.