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Under Kitchen Cabinet Lighting
Under Cabinet Lighting Provides Utility and
Charm
By Mark J. Donovan
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The use of under kitchen cabinet
lighting is a great way to provide utility and style to a kitchen. Unlike
ceiling mounted overhead workspace lighting, under kitchen cabinet lighting
provides even and unobstructed lighting to kitchen countertop surfaces, and
prevents shadows and uneven lighting while preparing meals. Under cabinet
lighting also creates a warm and beautiful look to the kitchen cabinets and
countertops and consequently is becoming increasingly popular with home buyers.
Under kitchen cabinet lighting is available in several types of lighting
technologies, including incandescent, fluorescent, and low voltage LED, Linear,
and Xenon halogen lights.
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Low voltage under cabinet lighting
fixtures typically come in either strips, rope, or puck type mechanical styles
and are flush mounted to the underside of the upper kitchen cabinets so that
they are not seen when standing in the kitchen. Linear under cabinet lighting
includes the use of a standard metal shelf that is flush mounted to the
underside of the upper kitchen cabinets and includes the electrical power
conductor built directly into it. As a result, there are no wires to have to
deal with along the underside of the kitchen cabinets. Similarly, fluorescent
under cabinet lighting comes in long narrow shelves/tubes that mount up
underneath the upper kitchen cabinets and out of view.
Under cabinet lighting is also available in a number of styles including sheik
modern and contemporary styles, as well as casual and traditional ones. In
addition, for each under cabinet lighting style there are a plethora of finishes
and designs to choose from.
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When choosing under kitchen cabinet
lighting consider using puck lighting for accent lighting, such as over the
kitchen sink area, and strip lighting for workspace lighting over kitchen
countertop surfaces.
Though a handy do it yourself homeowner can install their own under kitchen
cabinet lighting it’s best to call in the professionals. An electrician can
ensure a safe and proper installation, as well as provide you with some useful
selection advice on buying under cabinet light fixtures. Similarly a kitchen
designer can also offer advice on the right type of under cabinet lighting
technology and style to choose that will best complement your kitchen design and
budget.
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Two popular under kitchen cabinet
lighting manufacturers are Kichler and Sea Gull Lighting. Each offers a wide
selection of under cabinet lighting solutions that can meet the needs of any
homeowner and kitchen design.
Finally, under cabinet lighting doesn’t need to be limited to the kitchen. Under
cabinet lighting is also useful in a den, library, or even a basement or garage
workbench area. Wherever there are upper shelves and lower work space areas,
under cabinet lighting can provide valuable workspace lighting.
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