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The Ultimate Guide to Under Cabinet Lighting
Transform Your Space with Our Expert Tips and Product Recommendations
Under cabinet lighting is one of the most effective ways to enhance your home, whether you're looking to brighten your kitchen, bathroom, or workspace. In this guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about under cabinet lights—from the types available to installation tips and the benefits they bring to your home. Discover how to choose the perfect under cabinet lights for your needs, and how to make the most out of them.
Why Choose Under Cabinet Lighting?
Under cabinet lighting is a versatile and practical solution for both functional and decorative purposes. Here’s why it’s a must-have:
Task Lighting Perfection
Eliminate shadows on countertops, making cooking, reading, or working easier.
Energy Efficient Options
Modern choices like LED consume minimal power while delivering bright illumination.
Enhances Aesthetics
Adds a sleek, modern touch to your space, highlighting backsplashes or décor.
Space-Saving Design
Fits seamlessly under cabinets without cluttering your room.
Types of Under Cabinet Lighting
LED Lights
Ultra-energy-efficient with a long lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, our under cabinet lights are available in dimmable or color-changing options, making them ideal for kitchens, offices, and any space that requires consistent, bright lighting.
Puck Lights
Featuring small, round fixtures that deliver focused task lighting, these lights are perfect for highlighting specific areas like kitchen sinks or display shelves.
Strip Lights
With flexible, continuous lighting that's perfect for long countertops or under shelves, these lights are ideal for modern kitchens or living rooms that require an even, ambient glow.
Motion Sensor Lights
These lights automatically turn on when motion is detected, making them perfect for dark pantries or hallways, and are ideal for hands-free convenience in low-traffic or hard-to-reach areas.
Explore Different Types of Under Cabinet Lighting
Discover the perfect lighting solution for your space. From ultra-efficient LED lights to hands-free motion sensors, explore our variety of under cabinet lighting options tailored to enhance any room.
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How to Choose the Right Under Cabinet Lighting for Your Space?
For each room type, consider the following lighting options: in the kitchen, opt for bright, cool-toned LEDs (4000-5000K) to aid in food prep; in the living room, use warm white strip lights (2700-3000K) to create a cozy ambiance; and for an office or hobby room, dimmable puck lights provide adjustable task lighting. Key factors to consider when choosing your under cabinet lighting include brightness, measured in lumens (300-500 lumens per linear foot for kitchens), color temperature (warm for ambiance and cool for tasks), power source (hardwired for permanence or battery-operated for flexibility), and size (ensure fixture length matches your cabinet dimensions, such as strip lights for long spans).
Installation Tips
To install your lights, start by measuring the cabinets and marking the desired locations for the lights. Clean the installation area thoroughly to ensure a secure fit. Mount the lights using adhesive strips for battery-operated lights or screws for hardwired systems. For hardwired installations, either hire an electrician or carefully follow the instructions in DIY kits. Battery-operated lights offer an easy DIY setup and are portable, but they may be less powerful. Hardwired lights provide a seamless look and eliminate the need for battery changes, though they require professional installation. Finally, test the lights to ensure they function properly before finalizing their placement.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
To achieve the best lighting results, avoid overcrowding by spacing fixtures evenly to prevent glare. Install lights near the front edge of the cabinets to ensure they fully illuminate countertops. Also, be mindful of color temperature—cool tones can feel too clinical in living areas, while warm tones may strain the eyes in task spaces, so choose the appropriate temperature for each area.
Maintenance & Care
For maintenance and care, clean your fixtures with a dry microfiber cloth and avoid using abrasive cleaners. Check connections regularly, tightening loose wires or replacing dead batteries as needed. Over time, LED strips or pucks may dim, so replace them when necessary. Be sure to dust your lights regularly to prevent buildup that could block light output and reduce effectiveness.
Best Selling Under Cabinet Light
Lepotec 54 Wireless Under Cabinet Lighting with Motion Sensor
Our LED lights will enhance the ambience of any room, kitchen or closet. These LED under cabinet lighting are stylish and functional. These LED lights feature 54 high-quality lamp bead and an elegant aluminum alloy design. They provide a soft, bright glow for any...
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Wireless Under Cabinet Lights with Motion Sensor - Bright LED Design 8 inch
Find what you need in a flash thanks to the convenience of hands-free lighting. If rummaging through dark closets and cabinets has you frustrated, this 3 pack of self-activating under-cabinet lights is the solution. Just stick them inside and enjoy automatic illumination whenever you...
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Lepotec 10 LED Under Cabinet Lights With Motion Sensor
This rechargeable LED light is versatile and offers bright illumination with automatic motion detection without batteries. It is perfect for cabinet under lighting or cabinet under lighting. Ideal for cabinetry with under-lighting, as well as closets, pantries and workspaces. Features and Key Features: ...
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Lepotec 62 LED Wireless Under Cabinet Motion Sensor Lights
Lepotec's wireless motion sensor LED light features 62 powerful LEDs to provide effective coverage. This motion-sensor lighting is perfect for any room, whether it's in the bedroom, kitchen or RV. This versatile LED light is perfect for Under Cabinet Lighting, Under Counter Lighting or...
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Lepotec 30 LED Rechargeable Under Cabinet Lights
LED Motion Sensor Cabinet Lighting Adorn your space with this LEPOTEC 30 LED Motion Sensor Cabinet light, which is designed to provide energy-efficient and effective lighting for your home. This under cabinet lighting can be used in kitchens, closets and cabinets. It's rechargeable and...
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Lepotec 78 LED Wireless Under Cabinet Motion Sensor Lights - Quick & Easy Setup
Lepotec Motion Sensor LED Under Cabinet Lights will illuminate your area with ease. The energy-efficient and rechargeable LED lights can be used to brighten up kitchens, cabinets, closets and more. These lights are equipped with motion-sensing technologies that provide hands-free illumination. They activate automatically...
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FAQ
Below FAQ are some common concerns of our clients before purchasing our products.
If you have other questions, please just send it to lepotecshop@gmail.com.
Can these be used outside?
Yes! You can use it outside or indoor because it is very easy to set up and use. However, this light not waterproof, do not use this product in damp places.
Can I leave it plugged in continuously with my long cord?
We suggest you'd better do not plug in the light all the time, because it may shorten the life of the led light.
How do I charge the light?
The led light comes with usb cable, just plug the usb connector directly into the usb port on the light. When the green indicator lights up, the light is full charged. It should need to charge about 3 hrs until full charged.
When in motion sensing mode, does this light automatically turn off? If so, how long does it stay on?
Yes, this motion sensor closet light will automatically turn off after 20 seconds if there is no any movement within its sensor range.
Can this be easily unmounted and mounted to charge it?
Yes, this can be very easily mounted and unmounted. Just remove from the magnet to unmount and stick to the magnet to remount after charging.
How do you turn them on if you don't want to use the motion-sensing option?
These rechargeable cabinet light bars have 3 modes: Instant on/off/motion sensing. The mode switch is under the light bar, you can turn it to “on” Mode if you want it always to light up.
How do these iron sheets stay on the wall?
3m dual-sided adhesive tape is included, just use the tape to stick on the wall, then stick the iron sheet on the tape.
How the motion sensor works?
In sensing mode:The light will turn on automatically when it senses people passing by in dark conditions and it will turn off automatically after 20s of no movement.
What is the light output in lumens output of each lighting strip?
See the product details page of each product for details.
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