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How to set up your kitchen lighting
Kitchen lighting isn’t just a question of good general light and proper work light around cooking areas. A few additions can make way for more activities and give you extra functionality, convenience and comfort. It’s also a great way to boost the style of the room. Here are some ideas.
Ta-da, there it is
Having integrated lighting that comes on automatically inside your kitchen drawers is like a small surprise party each time you open them. And it truly is a pleasant surprise how easy it makes finding things. Installing them is easy too, no electrician is needed.
General light is a good start
Setting up your kitchen lighting, it’s best to start with well-distributed general light. These ceiling spotlights can be directed to give you even light throughout the kitchen. Install a dimmer and you can finetune them for endless combinations with other lamps to get the right lighting for any activity.
Proper light for working comfortably
Lighting strips under the top cabinets enhance both atmosphere and function in your kitchen. They can be dimmed for pleasant background light when dining. But most of all, they make preparing food safer, easier and more fun. As the light source is in front of you, no shadows are cast over what you’re doing.
Illuminating your cabinets
Set a nice mood in your kitchen with LED spotlights inside your glass-door cabinets. With clear glass doors, it’s a beautiful way to display things. With textured glass, the glass itself becomes a part of the display. Just make sure you have glass shelves inside so the light can spread evenly.
The centre of attention
The central placement gives your dining table pendant the potential to be a real statement piece. So, why not choose a design that really adds a bit of personality? Just make sure that it also provides good functional light to support all activities – from enjoyable meals to homework and hobbies.
