Tech Tip Friday

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13th March 2026

What Temperature is my Colour?

Ever wondered why a product looks perfect in one room...but slightly off in another? Let's shed some "light" on the science behind it.

In this episode of That Plastics Guy, Kurt explains how different light sources affect the colours we perceive, and why understanding colour temperature and light measurement is essential when evaluating colour in plastics.

Learn about:

  • What colour temperature means
  • How lighting conditions influence colour perception
  • Why evaluating colours under the right light sources matters in product development

Episode produced by Kurt Stahle.

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Listen to other episodes:

Tool Review - Milwaukee Colour Match Light | Tech Tip Friday
What Temperature is My Colour? | Tech Tip Friday
Dealing with Odours | Tech Tip Friday

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