Dimming the Too-Bright LEDs

I’m a pretty sound sleeper, but it’s not always easy getting there. I’ve got lots of tricks for blocking out sound (binaural beats, earplugs, white noise, turning on fans) but it’s surprising how much light a few LEDs can generate.

Previously, I’ve used translucent Scotch tape to block some of the light. Multiple layers of translucent Scotch tape. Sometimes a torn piece of a post-it note with multiple layers of translucent Scotch tape. Ugh.

Unplggd has a better solution: use lithographer’s tape to dim it to a “pleasant deep red.” A big drawback is that I would not be able to tell what color the LED is, which is a problem for LEDs that change color. One of the commenters suggested using automobile window tint, which would darken the light, but not totally block the color. I’m thinking of getting both and giving it a try.

Anyone have experience with this, or suggestions on how dark the tint should be? How annoyingly bright is YOUR workspace?