Who's Behind lights.wiki?

I'm Swain Leung, a lighting enthusiast and home improvement specialist with over 15 years of hands-on experience. What started as fixing my first house's wiring has grown into testing hundreds of bulbs across every room, fixture, and application you can imagine.

Why I Created lights.wiki

I got tired of buying the wrong bulbs. Walk into any hardware store and you'll see 50 types of LED bulbs with confusing labels — “warm white” on one brand is 3000K, “soft white” on another is also 3000K, but you'd never know it from the packaging.

This site is where I document everything I've learned about home lighting so you don't have to make the same mistakes I did. Every recommendation is based on bulbs I've personally installed and used for months or years.

My Testing Process

  • Lumen Measurement: Every bulb tested with a professional lux meter
  • Color Temperature Verification: Spectrometer readings for accurate Kelvin values
  • Long-term Reliability: Bulbs run for 6+ months before being recommended
  • Real-world Installation: Tested in actual homes, not just labs

What We Cover

Smart Bulbs

WiFi, Bluetooth, Matter-compatible smart bulbs from Philips Hue, LIFX, Govee, and budget brands.

LED Technology

Bulb types, color temperatures, dimming compatibility, and installation guides.

Outdoor Lighting

Flood lights, path lights, deck lights, and landscape lighting systems.

Get in Touch

Have a question about a specific bulb, fixture, or installation? Use the contact form and I'll respond within 48 hours.