Luminance Contrast Testing

Luminance Contrast Testing and LRV Certification

Luminance contrast testing provides measurable confirmation that building elements achieve required contrast under relevant accessibility standards.

Access Central provides luminance contrast testing. It also offers luminance reflective values (LRV) certification. We use compliant equipment, with results documented in clear certificates. These certificates are project-ready for certifiers and building surveyors.

Testing is undertaken using compliant equipment and documented through clear, project-ready certificates that support specification, certification and risk reduction.

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Why Get LRV or Luminance Contrast Testing

Luminance contrast testing helps confirm whether nominated finishes, fixtures and elements achieve measurable compliance outcomes under the relevant standards.

What we Test

We can test the following features in a building:

Tactile indicators
Stair nosings
Handrails and grabrails
Door hardware
Sanitary facilities
Signage and wayfinding elements
Walls, doors and surrounding surfaces where contrast is required
Accessible toilet seats
Braille and tactile signs

Deliverables

Clients receive clear test results with certificates documenting the measured LRVs. These documents show compliance outcomes and are suitable for certification and project records.

Technical Expertise

Testing is undertaken using equipment and methodology aligned with the relevant requirements of AS 1428.1 and AS/NZS 1428.4.1. Certificates record measured luminance and reflective values, and assess contrast outcomes where required.

Unlike many competitors, we use compliant testing apparatus with a d/0 geometry. This ensures that project stakeholders are protected with compliant test reports.

Testing supports: