Warehouse Lux Guide
Warehouse lux levels by area
Warehouse lux levels usually move with the task, racking layout, vehicle movement, spill risk, colour recognition needs and the time people spend in the space, especially in aisles, dispatch areas and industrial support rooms.
Early planning guide
Project requirement alignment
Uniformity, glare and emergency review
Warehouse area
Typical lux range
What changes the target
Bulk storage and open stock areas
100-150 lux
Lower activity spaces can sit lower, but labels, walkways and forklift movement may push the level up.
Warehouse aisles and racking
150-200 lux
Tall racking, narrow aisles, vertical illuminance and sensor zoning make optic selection more important.
Loading bays and dispatch
200-300 lux
Vehicle movement, dock edges, barcode checks, shadows and external spill all affect the scheme.
Picking, packing and inspection
300-500 lux
Fine tasks, colour checks and long work periods usually need higher output and better glare control.
Plant and service rooms
150-200 lux
Access panels, pipework, moisture, impact risk and emergency provision often decide the fitting type.
Offices, welfare and support spaces
300-500 lux
Desk work, break areas, UGR limits, colour rendering and daylight response need a separate check.