The saying “Eat, drink and be merry” holds special significance to the kitchen during the holiday season. Since a fair amount of entertaining takes place in that room, it’s important to weigh function with the feeling it gives. Updating the lighting is a great way to do this.
Pendant Lights
This style of lighting has become very popular for illuminating kitchen islands and peninsulas. Multiple hanging lights offer just as much brightness as a single fixture, but also add a more open, modern look to the area. The unique look of these lights further adds to their charm.
Work Surface
Being able to see what you’re doing clearly while working at the counter is equally important as the lighting over the center of the room. We’ve come a long way from the irritating flicker of the old fluorescent stand-bys installed under so many cabinets, though.
Check out rope lights, panels and LED options instead. While these all provide enough light to work by, they also provide the style needed for a beautiful kitchen environment, while saving energy at the same time.
Dimmer Switch
Bright lighting saves the eyes when you’re working, but it can detract from the casual feel of getting together with friends and family. One of the most ideal methods of doing this is to install a dimmer switch.
Dimmers work with both LED and traditional options, and they come in a broad variety of styles. There are also special fixtures that work with dimmers. Some of them boast of a nightlight feature with works on very low energy, while at the same time providing enough light for those who can’t resist a midnight snack to get around with.
One of the best gifts you can give yourself this holiday is a practical and great-looking update to your kitchen lighting. Remember, any home remodeling you have done which either increases the space in your home or makes it more workable generally adds to its value. Iron River Construction offers a wide range of home improvement services – call us if we can help you.
