USES OF LED TUBE LIGHTING IN KITCHEN

If you think about it, people spend a lot of time in their kitchens. Whether they are hosting friends, whipping up meals, or even having breakfast, the kitchen serves many needs. It, therefore, makes sense that this room requires lighting that supports its many roles. We will look at how LED tube lighting, like those available at Olympia Lighting, can transform your kitchen and how you can use it in different ways. 

What are the different types of kitchen lights? 

Lighting often falls into three categories, based on its use. These are: 

*Ambient lighting 

*Task lighting 

*Accent lighting 

You may look at your T8 LED light tubes and wonder where they fit in this equation. Worry not. We are about to break down what roles each of these lights play and how you can use tube lighting. The goal in any kitchen is to use a variety of LED lights rather than one type alone. Why? It helps you layer the light and create a balance in the room. No matter how small your kitchen is, relying on one light source is not a good option. 

So, how does it work? It all comes down to a plan. From the top, you have overhead lights, which is where your 4ft type A LED tube lights come into play. Ceiling fixtures like chandeliers and pendants also play a part in this. You then move to the middle, which is where LED strip lights get their chance to shine. These enhance the light provided by the overhead lights. Plus, they do so in a subtle manner that does not take away from focal lights. Do you need mid-level lighting? Yes! Without it, the overhead lights become weak, and spotting starts to show. The addition of mid-level lights ensures that overlapping continues to the ground level. Ensuring that you do not have any shadows in your kitchen will make your space feel brighter and make it safer. 

Now that you have the hang of lighting, let us look at the different types of lighting in more detail. 

Ambient Lighting 

What comes to your mind when you think of ambient lighting? This lighting sets the mood in the room. For example, in a kitchen, you want to create a bright and airy ambiance. Cool color temperatures work this magic and can help you create a radiant environment. In the same way, using a warmer color temperature can make the room feel relaxing and cozy. You can use this approach if the kitchen also doubles as a dining area. To get the best of both worlds, use a dimmable light source that you can adjust as needed. 

That is the whole point behind ambient lighting- setting the mood. However, ambient lighting also spills over the room and enables you to navigate the space. While such lighting may not necessarily help you zero in on tasks, it helps you get closer to them. You can use your LED tube lights as: 

*Recessed LED Tube Lighting: Often, people think of recessed lights as typically small light bulbs mounted into the ceiling or floor. However, your recessed lights do not have to be typical. You can also mount LED tube lights like this. It helps you achieve low-profile lighting that boasts the efficiency of LEDs. Plus, it enables you to achieve a minimalist look while still adequately lighting your space. Why not? 

*Flush Mount LED Tube Lighting: You can install these lights as flush or semi-flush. They emit light in various directions, which comes with a hoard of benefits. For one, it means that you can use even two lights to light the kitchen adequately. Secondly, these lights tie in with the minimalist modern look and enhance the look of your kitchen. Plus, given the low-profile nature of LEDs, you will barely notice the lights but will see the effects. 

Task Lighting 

Think of all the things you need to do in the kitchen. From meal prepping to dishes to poring through recipes, you need lighting that can help you work faster and more efficiently. Is there a way to use LED tube lights to achieve this? Yes! These lights can work as: 

*Undercabinet LED Tube Lights: Working under a cabinet can come saddled with shadows that get in the way of efficiency. However, this does not have to be the case. With tube lighting installed under the cabinets, you can bring out the beauty of other kitchen features and concentrate better on tasks. To get better use out of the lights, go for dimmable options that help you achieve the right intensity for each task. 

*Pendant Lights: You can also kill two birds with one stone by achieving task light and decoration using a single light. Pendants have been around for ages and seem to be getting even more popular by the day. With people using LED pendants in place of their traditional counterparts, pendant lighting is set to get bigger. 

*Under the Worktop LED Tube Lights: This creative lighting makes it easier to navigate the space under the worktop. Plus, it makes the room feel brighter by eliminating shadows in this nook. 

Accent Lighting 

Do you have unique features in your kitchen which can work as focal points? It could be a backsplash, countertop, kitchen island, or any other feature in the room. Accent lighting helps you bring out the beauty of these spaces and might be the key to transforming your kitchen. You can try: 

*Cabinet LED Tube Lighting: Whether you are using the light below, inside, or above the cabinetry, its warm glow is sure to highlight a key aspect of the room. It could be a ceiling, a shelf, cutlery, or even the finishing of the cabinetry or other space. 

*Shelf LED Tube Lighting: Positioning LED lights in shelves takes a bit of strategy. For glass shelves, the light moves through the glass, and it is better to use strip lights rather than LED tubes. However, with wooden shelves, an LED tube light can work the magic when placed under the shelf. 

When choosing LED tube lights, watch out for the lumens. These measure the intensity of the light and determine how well lit the room will be. All the best!