A kitchen remodeling project can transform your entire home, especially if the room is a little dark and dreary. Outdated equipment and poor lighting installations can create a less-than-cheerful atmosphere, and even make preparing meals more difficult. To help you make this area appear bigger and more welcoming, here are a few changes to implement. 

4 Tips for Brightening Up Your Kitchen

1. Invest in New Lighting

A single overhead light casts heavy shadows, especially on counters underneath the cabinets.

Recessed lighting installations are more functional for smaller kitchens. Your electrician will place multiple fixtures around the room to illuminate your workspaces, which will eliminate harsh shadows.

2. Replace Old Appliances

A new oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher can inspire a love for cooking, and also bring light to a dark, dull space.

Many older appliances are white or other solid colors that don’t reflect any light. Stainless steel, on the other hand, has a reflective finish that will enhance the effectiveness of your new lights.

3. Replace the Countertops

Dark, granite countertops are always in style, but they may not be ideal for small kitchens without a lot of natural light.

Replacing the countertops with quartz, marble, or any other lighter stones will brighten up the room and bring a sophisticated touch to the space.

4. Choose a New Paint Color

If your kitchen features wood paneling or dark walls, invest in a fresh coat of paint. Using lighter colors helps brighten up small rooms. If white is too plain to you, consider a pale yellow or a soft neutral, such as beige or light mauve. 
 

If you’re planning a kitchen remodeling project, the licensed electricians at Riverview Electric are ready to help bring your vision to life. Their team offers a comprehensive range of services to homeowners throughout New York’s Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, and Ulster counties, including lighting installations and house wiring. Learn more about what they do online or call (845) 232-5939 to schedule an appointment.