It is necessary to plan the lighting of the kitchen space in advance, long before the beginning of the repair. This will make it possible to plan the location of the concealed wiring to fix the fixtures in the desired locations.
Typically, kitchen lighting is formed from several light sources. But each of them performs its functions. There are several of them:
Ceiling lighting
The light falling from above, should evenly cover the whole space of the kitchen. An original ceiling chandelier is very suitable for this. It is desirable that it could attract attention as a detail of the interior. But one light source is not enough for good lighting.
You can use the LED lamps. They are endowed with some advantages over incandescent lamps: they work twenty times longer, and energy consumes twenty times less than electric bulbs. They are non-toxic, reliable and practical.
You can make the ceiling light from an LED strip. Such lighting ribbons give a huge scope for the imagination of the designer. They are easy to assemble. But if the kitchen has a stretch ceiling, the best option is the built-in lamp.
Light for the workplace
The light for a cutting table is best for the day. Therefore, it should be placed as close to the window as possible. But if this does not work, then the fixtures will help.
These lamps should be given when choosing more attention. The desktop should be lighted well. For this purpose, point lights are suitable. And they will look good and cover enough space that has low ceilings.
Light inside cabinets
Lighting cabinets - an original addition to the basic light of space. Its direct purpose is to illuminate the contents of the shelves. If the hanging cabinets in the kitchen are not provided, then you can stop on the lamps of the wall. They will also create additional lighting. The choice of them on sale is huge. The original version you choose without difficulty. You can choose from modern lamps with clothespins. They are practical and convenient.
Organization of lighting in the kitchen
The dining table is the main object of the interior of the kitchen, its soul. In the area of the dining table, the light should be warm and comfortable, the diners should be placed in a pleasant atmosphere, and the appetite should be strengthened, creating a special mood for all.
If the table is near a wall, then good lighting can be obtained from a floor lamp or sconce. But if it does not stand by the wall, then the chandelier or other single lamp will be a good solution. It's great if he has also adjustable height. It can be lowered or raised to a certain height by adjusting the intensity of the light emission above the table.
Very interesting is a large group of small lamps fixed on long bases, which must be placed strictly above the dining table. But only a table lamp with a beautiful lampshade can create a cozy and truly homely atmosphere. But to acquire fabric lampshades for the kitchen should not be, it is impractical. They will absorb the smells of food, quickly cover with a thick coating.
Fluorescent lamps perfectly illuminate the entire space. But they do not have a power regulator, this does not allow you to muffle the light. To direct the stream of light to the other side is also not possible.
Correctly choose kitchen lighting. And then it will be able not only to create comfort and warm comfort in your favorite kitchen, but also visually increase its space, make the functional zones more attractive.