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Just because you’ve got a small kitchen doesn’t mean you’re relegated to only ever having recessed lighting forever. A small kitchen just means you need to get more creative with your lighting ideas.
You’ll be delighted to find seven small kitchen lighting ideas here that go beyond the standard downlight and will give your kitchen a point of interest.
1. Under Cabinet Lighting
How can you maximise your kitchen’s lighting without minimising space? Utilise the space that’s often overlooked with under cabinet lighting!
Under-cabinet lighting works double-time as both your task lighting and ambient lighting. Installed underneath your cabinets, these lights won’t take up any usable space but can have a big impact.
Lights attached to the underside of your kitchen cabinet are great at lighting up your cooking task at hand. If you’re able to get dimmable lights that can change colour temperature, you can control the mood and atmosphere of your kitchen too.
2. Concealed Lighting
Want to give your small kitchen a little something special? Install some concealed lighting inside your kitchen cabinets, drawers and pantry that only light up when you open them.
This is a great way to maximise the lighting in your kitchen without wasting precious space. It’ll add an element of luxury to your kitchen as well as give you that much-needed lighting.
Small kitchens often have little to no natural light and so adding in this concealed lighting can really help to light up this space. You’ll never struggle to see what’s at the back of your pantry or at the bottom of the drawer again.
3. Flushmount Lights
If a low ceiling height is a concern, flushmount lights might be the solution.These lights won’t compromise the style and character of your kitchen but also won’t clutter your kitchen with low hanging fixtures.
As the name suggests, flushmount lights are fixed directly to the ceiling. This means you can still have a light fixture that adds some interest, but it won’t be hanging too low and in your line of sight.
4. Semi-Flush Ceiling Lights
If you’ve got a little extra ceiling height but still don’t want your lights to disrupt the view, semi-flush ceiling lights are your best option. These are mounted similarly to the flushmount lights above, but are suspended a little distance from the ceiling.
This gives way for more lighting options so you can find the perfect semi-flush ceiling light for your kitchen’s design and style.
5. Pendant Lights
Pendant lights don’t have to be reserved just for larger kitchens. Here are a few things to consider that can help make pendant lighting work for your small kitchen.
The first tip is to opt for smaller, more delicate pendant light fixtures. A bulky and overly detailed pendant can take up a lot of visual space in your kitchen.
Depending on your style, glass pendants can help to create the illusion of more space and distract less than something opaque.
Luckily, pendant lighting comes in all shapes, sizes and materials. Finding the perfect pendant light for your kitchen can be a breeze, regardless of the size of your kitchen.
6. Spotlights
For the ultimate task lighting in your kitchen, you want spotlights. Installing spotlights above key areas is a great way to really light things up.
Spotlights are typically recessed lights where a beam of light is intensely directed on one spot. This can be used to really light up a task such as washing the dishes or preparing your dinner.
Think above your sink and over the kitchen island. There’s a bit more to spotlights than just plug and play. Make sure you use a fully licensed electrician like those at Upside Down to ensure you’re getting the best lighting possible.
7. Downlights
When all else fails, you can always fall back on downlights. Recessed into your ceiling, this lighting fixture is out of sight and out of mind. With the right number of downlights and the correct placement, you’ll be sure to have adequate lighting for your kitchen.
Downlights are the no-nonsense kitchen lighting choice for a small kitchen. They’re perfect on their own or as companion lights.
Versatile and functional, downlights will perfectly light up your kitchen without obstructing your field of vision. As a general rule, you’ll want to space each downlight two to three feet apart for effective illumination.
If you’re unsure about the best way to brighten up your kitchen, be sure to get in touch with a fully licensed and highly experienced electrician. They’ll have the skills and knowledge to most efficiently light up your kitchen while also keeping your style and design in mind.
With these tips in mind, as well as help from a skilled electrician, lighting up your small kitchen will be a delight.