Kitchen Lighting

Shop kitchen lighting at Lighting Corner, from statement fixtures to the small lights that make a room comfortable. The kitchen needs bright, shadow-free light over work surfaces as well as softer light for eating and gathering. Combining general, task and accent lighting keeps the room practical and welcoming.

Shop kitchen lighting by fixture

Start with kitchen pendant lights, kitchen chandeliers, kitchen ceiling lights, kitchen wall sconces, kitchen lamp shades and kitchen spotlights.

Planning your kitchen lighting

Measure the room and note the ceiling height first: they decide the size of the main fixture and how far it can hang. Choose that main light, then add sconces, lamps or spotlights where you read, work or want to highlight a feature, and finish with dimmers so the kitchen works from morning to night.

Kitchen lighting tips

• Task light first: Light the counters, sink and range directly with pendants, spotlights or sconces.
• Island pendants: Hang them 30 to 36 inches above the counter, 24 to 30 inches apart.
• Color temperature: 3000K to 3500K keeps food looking natural and work areas crisp.

Kitchen Lighting FAQ

How many light sources does a kitchen need?

Most rooms feel best with at least three: general light from the ceiling, task light where you read, cook or work, and accent light from sconces or lamps.

What color temperature is best for the kitchen?

Warm white (2700K to 3000K) for relaxing rooms, 3000K to 3500K for kitchens and bathrooms where you need to see detail.

Related rooms

Continue with dining room lighting, living room lighting and home office lighting.

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