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[wispfox]

Because clearly the internet points to me, when there are questions of light boxen in my social group! *amused*

I use the black sunrise alarm clock, presumably from BioBright. I also replace the bulb they come with with a full spectrum light (but not one that emits UV!). Plant lights consistently work well in my experience.

I also use the Twin Tower light from here; I've had it for 7 years at this point. I find it works, but the fact that it's bloody expensive (and green) may concern some people.

Additionally, I replace as many light bulbs as I can reach in my home with full spectrum light bulbs. (bluer light seems the main important bit, FWIW)

Finally, I have a light at work which has a full spectrum light bulb in it. Although I do need to replace that, since it finally died on me (I vary how often I turn it on, since it _is_ bright and right next to my face, and also blinds co-workers who come to visit me).

Comments

[volta]

Hrm? I thought the whole point of plant lights was UV output. Is that not/no longer the case?

[wispfox.livejournal.com]

I do not know! I don't actually have a strong sense of plant lights and could easily be wrong; I do know that UV light is problematic from the burning and skin cancer point of view, though.

[ratatosk.livejournal.com]

I second the recommendation of plant lights for this purpose (I've just used digital timers). They produce light I find more natural and less annoying than anything else I have tried.

They are also more expensive. :P

[wispfox.livejournal.com]

More expensive, yes; but then so are all of the special types of lights. So *shrug*.

[metahacker.livejournal.com]

I just realized I've not actually seen your Twin Tower when it was on. I request a demo at some point...

[wispfox.livejournal.com]

Can do; you will likely need to remind me, though.

[kar0na.livejournal.com]

Excellent information!

I have not purchased a light box mainly because of cost. That may change come January.

However, I have replaced all the light bulbs in my house (even the ones outside!) with Reveal light bulbs. As bright as I can stand 'em, as well. I've always wondered if they fit into the "full spectrum" category. I love that show the true colors of everything.

I no longer get up before sunrise, but I would have loved to have known about the sunrise clocks back in the day. Nothing was harsher than being jolted from sleep in what felt like the dead of night. Ugh.

[wispfox.livejournal.com]

Reveal: probably full or broad spectrum, yes.

[kar0na.livejournal.com]

Excellent.