With the rise of home improvement television shows, it’s no wonder that everyone dreams of a little kitchen remodeling. One of the most important steps when working with a remodeling contractor is to determine the right lighting for your kitchen. Lighting helps set the tone of the room, highlight your favorite features, and provide enough illumination to prepare your favorite dishes.

Consider Your Floor Plan During Kitchen Remodeling

When designing a well-lit kitchen, first examine the floor plan. Knowing where your focal points are will help you avoid dark corners or placing too much light in one area. Simply sketch out where your cabinets, sink, stove, refrigerator, and island will be located. This will give you an idea of what features you want to highlight, where you will be prepping food, and where you will need extra light to read recipe cards.

Pick the Right Type of Lights

Once you have your floor plan figured out, it’s time to pick a combination of light fixtures that will give you a layered effect. For an added bonus, you can put certain fixtures on dimmer switches to give you more combinations and control over the brightness. Many contractors recommend visiting a local hardware store during the kitchen remodeling process to see your options in person:

• Ambient: Warm lighting can help soften a room and make it more inviting to your friends and family. The best spots for these recessed fixtures are your ceiling or the space above your cabinets.

• Task Lighting: Also known as under cabinet lights, these fixtures give a little extra illumination for chopping vegetables or reading recipe cards. Plus, it can beautifully highlight your backsplash or show off your beloved kitchen gadgets.
• Decorative: Perhaps the most fun remodeling choice, decorative lights can come in a variety of forms, including sconce and pendants. The key is to highlight fun features, like your brand new countertop or that farmhouse sink.

If you’re ready to start designing or building your dream kitchen, the home improvement team at Feldhaus Home Improvement is ready to lend a hand. Located in Cincinnati, OH, their contractors have designed and remodeled homes in the Greater Cincinnati community since 1938. Learn more about their kitchen remodeling services online, and call (513) 631-1222 for a free quote on your next project.