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Comments (2)We replaced 75 watt incandescent floods with 50 watt MR16 low voltage halogen. (We had to replace all the dimmers as well). We have the same number of fixtures (these are small bullet track fixtures that replaced large cans) as before but the light is much brighter and cleaner. We like it very much....See Morebest lighting K for kitchens kitchen lighting intensity
Comments (5)I go with a higher K in my workshop and not to worried about CRI. For my living areas, dining room, living room and bedrooms I go with a lower K but a high CRI is important, especially if you have natural wood in your home. Also differences in CRI and K may change the appearance of your walls, carpet, sofa , lampshades, portraits, etc... For areas that you want a true color go with a higher CRI. 80 is fine for a garage and may be OK in kitchen unless you have stuff displaying like art, colorful vases, collector plates, woodwork etc... Of course a higher CRI is always the better choice. If color quality is important, seriously consider something in the 90s. My kitchen at 2700K 80+ CRI?? bulbs that should be changed to a 90+ CRI 3000K in the future NO HIGHER THAN 4000 for kitchen 5000 workshop 3000- for living areas bedroom 2700-3000 You know a s I type this I realize that this is all subjective. Get some bulbs and test them and compare....See MoreBest Lights for Inside Kitchen Cabinets
Comments (5)I don't know how many lights you need... you can buy them as a set or individually, get the ones with a J-Box but make sure the box is small enough to fit through the hole in the cabinet for access if you plan to close up the soffit....See MoreBest hardwired undercabinet kitchen LED lighting ?
Comments (2)There are several factors to consider when choosing the best hardwired undercabinet LED lighting for a kitchen: Brightness: Look for lighting with a high lumen output to ensure that the countertop is well-lit and that food preparation tasks are visible. Color temperature: Choose a color temperature that is warm and inviting, such as 2700K to 3000K, to create a cozy atmosphere in the kitchen. Energy efficiency: Select LED lighting with a high efficiency rating to save energy and reduce electricity costs over time. Dimming capabilities: Consider installing dimmer switches to allow for adjustable lighting levels and create different moods in the kitchen. Color rendering index (CRI): Choose lighting with a high CRI, ideally 90 or above, to accurately render colors and allow for accurate food preparation. Durability: Look for lighting that is made from high-quality materials and is designed to withstand the heat and moisture present in a kitchen. In addition, consider integrating smart lighting technology into the kitchen. Smart lighting systems allow you to control the lighting with a smartphone app, voice commands, or even through home automation systems like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. This can provide greater convenience and flexibility in managing the lighting in your kitchen....See MoreFlo Mangan
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