I agree with that. I stupidly bought a 42W energy saving floodlight that was probably brighter than the light on the Luxor hotel. As you say, it did light things up like a football pitch but the glare was terrible - and the light straight out and blinding anyone looking on. This was in a back garden, with the idea of lighting up the far end fence - but it would be better to just get another light there.
A dimmer light, shone downwards, not only looks nicer but does exactly what you say - lights up any objects, while not dazzling you. It's definitely the way to go, and it's more energy efficient too.
Suffice to say, newer street lights now have much better control of the light - which gets the most from the light but also cuts down on light pollution.
A dimmer light, shone downwards, not only looks nicer but does exactly what you say - lights up any objects, while not dazzling you. It's definitely the way to go, and it's more energy efficient too.
Suffice to say, newer street lights now have much better control of the light - which gets the most from the light but also cuts down on light pollution.