The job of an electric contractor is ever-evolving. At one point, it may have primarily consisted of wiring rooms and installing lighting to the client’s specifications, but nowadays, more customers are turning to electricians to provide lighting design. To provide the utmost satisfaction, you need to understand the different layers of light that create an attractive and functional space. This is especially important in the kitchen, the heart of the home. The guide below offers some perspective.

3 Tips for Choosing Kitchen Lighting

1. Start With Ambient Light

The first step is to choose fixtures that illuminate the area as evenly as possible. By placing an overhead lamp in an advantageous position in the middle of the ceiling, you provide adequate ambient illumination for most basic tasks. It's enough to let occupants wash dishes, set the table, and avoid bumping into chairs, cabinets, and each other.

2. Add Decorative Lighting

The second lighting layer involves decorative lighting. These lights add visual interest, both through the fixture itself and by the shape and placement of the light.

For example, accent lights highlight attractive plants, artwork, or architectural features. A chandelier makes a lovely ornament in and of itself. It often features graceful shapes, shimmering crystal, and bright glass. Additionally, the light it casts is multifaceted. The crystal glitters, the glass and metal gleam, and the bulbs throw patterns on the walls and ceiling.

3. Install Task Lighting

Finally, you should install kitchen task lighting for your client. The kitchen is as much a place for food preparation as it is for dining or hanging out. Talk to your customers about whether they would enjoy a spotlight over the kitchen island so occupants can chop food more easily. In-cabinet lighting can help homeowners see what ingredients they are grabbing.

If your client is planning a kitchen remodel that involves new lighting, contact Husker Electric Supply, a respected electric supply outlet in Lincoln, NE. They have been supplying electric contractors throughout Lancaster County with lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, and other tools of their trade for more than 40 years. Learn more about their offerings online. Call them at (402) 467-4624 to ask about pricing.