As a professional kitchen contractor, we understand the kitchen should have all the necessary features that ensure convenience and comfort. Your kitchen island should be included in your remodeling plans since it’s often used as additional countertop space for food preparation or as a place for family gatherings. To maximize your islands utility, it should be designed with the right kind of lighting. Here are a few useful tips to help you with the process.
Know Your Island’s Size
The island is one of the first things people notice when they walk into your kitchen. To set the right mood, you need enough lighting for a good balance of beauty and function. Most contractors agree that kitchen island lighting should be 35 to 50 lumens per square foot and 30 to 36 inches above the island countertop. This is just the right amount of lighting for daily use without being too overbearing.
When setting up lighting for your kitchen island, you need to accurately measure its dimensions. If you don’t take your islands measurements into account, the lighting you choose may be too bright, or the lighting fixtures can be too big and get in the way of food prepping activities and other kitchen tasks.
Choose Fixtures Wisely
To avoid a poorly lit space, work with an experienced kitchen remodeler who can provide adequate lighting in each area of the room. We suggest using recessed lighting for general lighting, with other types of lighting incorporated in other areas of your kitchen. Here are some ideal fixtures for kitchen island lighting:
- Linear chandeliers. These are popular fixtures that can fit in both traditional and modern interiors. They’re also relatively easy to install, but this should still be done by a professional contractor. However, a linear chandelier might not be ideal if you have a kitchen island that’s bigger than the average size.
- Pendant lights. As one of the most versatile types of kitchen lighting, pendants offer several advantages for your island. They’re available in different styles that can match almost any decor and their height can be easily adjusted. The number of pendant lights is customizable, so you can go with any combination that works best for your kitchen island.
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