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So, with under cabinet led strips, where do THEY plug in?? Wouldn't a cord be a visible distraction? PRO Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc In a complete gut renovation kitchen, the undercabinet lighting is hardwired, not plug-in, so the wires are behind the wall. We wire all the undercabinet lights together so they're operated by one wall switch. Great article with lots of useful tips!
Lighting Secrets for Style and Function 7. Provide task lighting. The primary purpose of undercabinet lighting is to illuminate the countertop, which in turn makes food preparation easier on the eyes. That’s why it’s known as task lighting. Always install the task light toward the front of the cabinet, not toward the back. If the light is stationed closer to the back wall, it primarily highlights the backsplash tile and not the counter, defeating the purpose of the light.
Integrated lighting. The designer of this modern home in Germany integrated lights into the vanity mirror. The streamlined look forgoes pendant lights from above or sconces to the side of the mirror. It also provides effective lighting at face level, which is ideal for plucking eyebrows, shaving and other grooming routines that benefit from good lighting
Pro tip: When sourcing light bulbs and LED mirrors, be sure to select a warm white, which means a color temperature between 2700K and 3000K. This color temperature range will provide a glow comparable to the candlelight warmth of an incandescent bulb (remember those?), which is a natural-looking light, ideal for doing hair and makeup.
. Island lights. Back to the kitchen with yet another bright idea. Long, minimalist LED features work well over an island for two reasons. First, they can be quite long without being big and bulky, so they visually follow the length of the island without intruding into your sight lines, for an open and airy look great in a modern space. Second, they cast even light rather than the patchy or shadowy light of some pendants or ceiling fixtures, which makes for better task lighting at the island.Try changing your light bulbs to a cool blue white light rather than a warm yellow shade of white. See if that changes how you see your countertops.
Stair lights. Design isn’t just about making things look stylish — safety can be a major factor as well. Well-lit stairs are less prone to accidents (or at the very least stubbed toes), and LED lights can provide just the targeted glow you need without taking up much space. Even better, they won’t overload your electric bill, so you can comfortably keep them on late into the night.
9. Shower lights. When people light their bathroom, they often overlook the importance of having good lighting in the shower. A simple cove light, with an LED strip tucked into a niche in the ceiling, casts a glow down onto the wall, which bounces light into the shower, making the area feel bigger and highlighting a beautiful tile.
Simulated windows. Here’s a good solution if you’re dealing with a basement space or anywhere that feels too dark or cave-like. Rather than crowding the space with floor and table lamps, consider adding LED lighting tucked into nooks and crannies, such as a slight cove in the ceiling or niche in the wall. Having a glow come from such a recess can simulate the feeling of daylight pouring in from an unseen window, especially when it’s bouncing off a crisp white surface for maximum brightness. You can also tuck lights into an existing skylight so it acts as a light source at all hours of the day and in all weather.
Slim pendants. The fact that LED bulbs can be so small allows lighting designers to create interesting modern pendants that are slim in shape yet powerful enough to illuminate the surface below. Modern, understated cylinders or cones add sophisticated appeal to a space, and a dramatic finish such as matte black makes a smart counterpoint to crisp white walls. Dans la cuisine ?
Undercabinet lights. Probably the second-most popular place for LED lights is under a cabinet in the kitchen. This is another room where having bright, even light is essential because it helps with tasks such as chopping, recipe reading and testing the doneness of foods. Using an LED strip under a cabinet provides more even lighting than widely spaced bulbs. And the ethereal glow will subtly help make the space feel bigger and airier. Sous les armoires du bas ?
1. Functional lighting. Designers have been attesting to the importance of good lighting for ages, but with technology ever improving and the kitchen being such a central fixture of the home, people are embracing layered lighting in kitchens in a big way. LED undercabinet lighting and sleek recessed ceiling lights provide an even wash of light over your counters that makes the space feel larger while helping with delicate tasks like chopping. Add a few pendant lights for ambience and you’ve got a great three-point lighting scheme for a kitchen of any decor.
Lighting types used: Overhead, wall sconces, undercabinet, accent Why it works: The recessed cove light well provides soft general overhead light, and the wall sconce mounted on the mirror is a great way to get nice, even light on you at face level.The undercabinet light makes the vanity appear to be floating, while the shampoo niche uses accent lights to illuminate the space. Pro tip: Floating vanities are great for making a space appear larger and more open. This can be easily achieved by installing undercabinet or toe-kick lighting with LED strip lighting. Not only does the room feel grander, but it also gives you another layer of lighting to control to create a spa-like feel.
. Rich and Chic Lighting types used: Ambient, overhead, undercabinet Why it works: This deluxe spa-like master bath gets tons of beautiful natural light from the full wall of windows, which evenly reflects the light in the mirror, softly illuminating the space with natural daylight. The mini-recessed lights and cove ceiling lighting provide nice, even light throughout the room. The floating vanity features undercabinet lighting, which really adds to the floating feel of the cabinet and gives drama to the room.
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