Kitchen Lighting Basics

As a general rule, kitchen lights need to be bright, straightforward, and down-to-business. Depending on the layout of your kitchen, finding the right lights can help increase efficiency and attractiveness of your work area. LampsUSA has a variety of effective kitchen lighting products that will help you maximize the use of kitchen island, countertop, and under-the-cabinet spaces.

Pendant lights are common lighting fixtures used in the kitchen. They are efficient task lights, providing direct sources of light on a work area. Our pendant lights come from only the leading companies in the lighting industry, built with an eye for artistic appeal and with a ruggedness to continue to perform for years. Another strong source of kitchen lighting is recessed lighting, especially when placed under kitchen cabinets. This key placement provides great task lighting for work on the counters.

Other kitchen lighting products can include wall sconces and flush mounts, though these are not the best choices for a kitchen since they don't provide focused task lighting. These fixtures serve a more decorative function. The emphasis on task lighting and kitchen lighting design really comes down to one key principle: safety. While efficiency is also one of the main benefits of effective kitchen lighting, it comes in a close second to preventing serious injury. Protect your family from potential hazards by getting top-quality kitchen lighting for your home.

LampsUSA offers all kinds of kitchen lighting, available from top notch lighting companies that merge functionality with a taste of style. Go all out in your kitchen with these products from LampsUSA.

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