How to Choose the Best Kitchen Lighting Fixtures: Tips from Ceiling Light Suppliers

Create Exceptional Lighting in Your Kitchen

When choosing lighting fixtures for your kitchen, it is important to strike the perfect balance between aesthetics and practicality. To help you come to an informed decision when making a purchase, our lighting experts here at EGLO have outlined the factors you need to take into account.

Combine the four basic lighting types

When it comes to the kitchen, there isn’t a singular lighting fixture available that will cover all bases. In order to illuminate the entire space and achieve the appropriate form and function, you must utilise and combine the four basic types of lighting.

Task Lighting

One of the main benefits of task lighting is that it will allow you to illuminate your workspaces, such as the countertops, sink, stove and even the inside of your pantry, totally transforming how you use your kitchen.

Accent Lighting

Accent lighting will add depth and dimension to your kitchen. Not only will it highlight specific features, but accent lighting will also make the space more visually attractive. For example, you may wish to hang pendant lights over your kitchen island or breakfast nook. If so, consider the pendant lights on offer at EGLO, providing efficient task lighting while making the space feel cosy and intimate.

Decorative Lighting

The primary role of decorative lighting is to provide additional illumination to a particular space and create an eye-catching feature. Utilising decorative lighting fixtures such as chandeliers and wall sconces will make your kitchen appear more attractive.

Ambient Lighting

Ambient lighting is the softer and gentler light that will provide general illumination to the kitchen. You can create ambient lighting with almost any fixture, such as flush-mount or recessed ceiling lights. To achieve optimum results, you should know how to wire LED ceiling lights in the UK and ensure the lights are positioned correctly to guarantee the space is evenly illuminated.

Check your measurements

To ensure you purchase the most appropriate lighting fixture for your kitchen, it is imperative that you measure the size of the space and counters. For example, two or three small pendant lights will illuminate the majority of the kitchen island. However, there may be occasions when either more or less fixtures are required compared to recommendations. You should also pay attention to the height of the ceiling to ensure your kitchen will be well-lit.

Create a focal point

Although it is important to consider your kitchen’s functionality, creating a focal point can help make your space more welcoming. A welcoming atmosphere is achievable by installing a large lighting fixture with a bold or eye-catching design to give the kitchen more “personality”. Alternatively, you can install a set of smaller decorative lighting fixtures in a specific area of the kitchen, such as above the island or kitchen table.

Minimise Glare

If you have shiny surfaces in your kitchen, they may reflect the light from your fixtures and create a glare. To avoid this, you should carefully plan how you position your lights. You could try installing light diffusers to soften the light and prevent potential glare.  Another option is to use lightbulbs with a lower wattage, particularly if there is already sufficient natural light in your kitchen.

Choose the ideal lighting colour

As the kitchen is where you prepare food and cook meals, cool white light is the recommended lighting tone.  Warm white light is ideal for living areas as it offers a cosy and relaxing atmosphere, which is not suitable for the kitchen. As a result, you should look for kitchen lighting fixtures with a colour temperature of 3,000 to 4,500 Kelvin. The higher the Kelvin, the whiter the light.

While it is advisable to install functional lighting in your kitchen, it may also be a good idea to change the mood and ambience of the room when it is not being used for cooking. To enjoy this type of flexibility, you should consider Smart lighting, as this will allow you to modify the colour temperature of your fixtures depending on your mood and how you want to use the room.

Mix and match

As experienced ceiling light suppliers and LED ceiling light manufacturers, our team here at EGLO are often asked whether kitchen lighting fixtures should always match. It is advised to consider the overall effect your lighting fixtures will have on existing kitchen decor. However, homeowners should have the freedom to add a personal touch when installing kitchen lighting and choose fixtures that complement their style.

For example, let’s say you want an eclectic mix of lighting fixtures in your kitchen. While you have the flexibility to choose the lights that match your style and design preferences, ensure there is a single feature or element that ties everything together to achieve cohesion.

Equip Your Kitchen with High-Quality Illumination

Choosing suitable lighting fixtures for your kitchen requires careful consideration. If you want to enhance the room’s functionality, appearance, and ambience, you must take several factors into consideration. By following the advice outlined in this article, you will be able to create the perfect lighting setup for the heart of your home.

Do you want to learn more about how our lighting fixtures can help elevate the overall look of your kitchen? Get in touch with our team here at EGLO to discuss your options.