Bright light sources, reflected in glossy or semi-matt surfaces, can cause glare which may give rise to serious complaints. The best palliative is naturally to avoid the use of specularly reflecting surfaces, but in many situations this is quite impossible.
A study has therefore been initiated of the factors which give rise to reflected glare. This study, although in the preliminary stages, has already demonstrated the important fact that the chief manifestation of reflected glare is the distraction caused, rather than discomfort or disability.
