Most would agree your kitchen is the heart of the home . It ’ s where you make food that feeds your family and where you gather with guests to make lasting memories . This is why it ' s so important to make sure your kitchen is lit with just the right combination of lighting .
Different lights working together is called light layering and it can have a powerful effect on your kitchen .
Ambient lighting is the overall lighting in the room . It should provide a comfortable level of brightness without a glare . Ambient lighting can come from various light sources like ceiling mounts , or recessed fixtures throughout the room .
Task lighting is extremely helpful and practical when working on food preparation and cooking . Under cabinet lighting , like LED strips , and pendant lights , help you do what you want safely and without eye strain . Pendants over an island , or above a large counter space , help to illuminate and are also considered decorative . Make sure to hang pendants 30-36 inches from the counter to avoid blocking sight lines .
Accent lighting is the cherry on top of your kitchen illumination , and the best way to show off your style . The sole purpose of accent lighting is to let your décor shine . Use it in glass cabinets to light up vases or plates , and over cabinets to highlight architectural details . Other types of accent lighting would include wall sconces , under-shelf lights , such as an exposed floating shelf , and over cabinets to highlight architectural details .
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