Something About The Cabinet Lighting
—— How to Choose Cabinet Lighting
Cabinet lighting is a very convenient and practical lighting application. However, unlike standard screw-in bulbs, installation and setup is a bit more complicated. We've put together this guide to help you choose a cabinet lighting solution.
Types of Cabinet Lighting
1. Tape Lights
Tape lights, sometimes referred to as strip or rope lights, are an affordable, easy-to-install option. They also have a shallow profile, which allows them to fit into small spaces. In addition, many can be cut to the right size and simply affixed to the bottom of cabinets, mounted under toe kicks, or even used on outdoor.
2. Bar and Strip Lights
Bar and Strip Lights began with fluorescent luminaires designed for cabinet use. Unlike puck lights, which create "hotspots" of light, linear lamps emit light evenly over the entire length of the lamp, creating a more uniform and smooth light distribution.
3. Puck Lights
If you are looking for a solution to provide a more concentrated "pool" light and increase the theatrical atmosphere, then you should consider buying a lower cabinet ice hockey lamp. They also have small battery powered models, which are a perfect DIY solution for food cabinets, bookshelves and closets.
How to Choose Cabinet Lighting
1. Light Source
By far, the most common, popular and practical option is LED cabinet lighting, but there are many other options, including fluorescent lamps, xenon and halogen. LED lighting is also the most energy-saving and durable. In addition, because it emits very little heat when it is opened, it is very suitable for placing under the kitchen cabinet, where food can be stored. Most importantly, LEDs can produce a range of colors from warm to cool.
2. Power Supply
Think about how you want to power your lighting: plug-in or direct connect. Many product families can be used in both systems.
Plug the cabinet light: these designs are easy to install. Simply put them away and plug them in.
Direct connection the cabinet light: it is directly connected to your home. Direct connection provides a professional solution, which can connect all lamps on one switch or dimmer. However, direct wiring also requires some expertise - or the help of a licensed electrician - to install.
3. Control System
All our lights are dimmable. This means that you can easily adjust the brightness level to 1%, allowing you to switch between bright principle lighting and soft ambient lighting.
In order to experience the full potential of LED cabinet lights, dimmers are strongly recommended. The dimmer can also help you save energy, because it can prevent the lamp from maintaining 100% brightness at any time.
Now that you know how to choose cabinet lighting, it’s time to actually do it. Shop Land Lighting’s cabinet lighting for the best in modern lighting.
