Though lighting may just seem like something that has to go in your home, it actually plays a big role in your mood, sleep, and overall wellness. Here at Muse Kitchen and Bath, we specialize in kitchen and bath lighting! We have been in the business long enough to know how to light your kitchen and bath areas. If you want to experiment with home lighting, it is important to know how to bring in the mood and positive benefits you are seeking! Continue reading this blog for more information.
Kitchen Under Cabinet Lighting
Kitchen under cabinet lighting is added underneath cabinets in order to have light on your counter and accent your beautiful backsplash. Under Cabinet lighting color is chosen based on your cabinet and countertop colors. There are several different types of under cabinet lighting, such as:
Soft White: Yellowish and warm hue,
Warm White: Yellowish and white hue, delivers a calm look and feel
Cool White: Bluish hue, delivers daylight look and feel
Dimmable: Lights that have the ability to dim to change the mood
Pendant Lighting Over Kitchen Island: Do’s and Don’ts
Kitchen’s are an area of Oftentimes there is a misconception that pendant lighting is a main source of lighting in your kitchen area. This, however, is not the case. Recessed lighting in your kitchen area will bring in brightness. Pendant lights over the island or bar area, are statement pieces or complimenting accents that create ambiance.
Do: Make sure to have an odd number of pendant lights that reach the length of your countertop.
Do: Have the same amount of space between each pendant light to create equality.
Don’t: Choose a small pendant for your space. Make sure to match your pendant size with your countertop size so your pendants don’t get lost!
How to Add Lights to Your Bathroom
Bathroom lighting is one of the places where people neglect their lighting the most. Many people think that a single light or a vanity light will do the trick. What is really important is that you layer your lighting. Vertical fixtures or sconces mounted on either side of your mirror are the best to cast an even light across the face. These fixtures will also add ambiance to create a tranquil feel in your bathroom.
We recommend using one over the shower with a 2-in-1 light and vent fan comb. When choosing a light vent fan combo it’s important to find one with a low number of sones, something under 2.0 is going to be quiet, you do not want it sounding like an airplane taking off in your shower!
Finally, in a master bathroom or larger bathroom, you will want some additional LED recessed lights as well, dimmers are a great option so you have complete control over your room and the mood you are trying to create.
Don’t Be Afraid to Add More Lights
As we stated, lighting can play a big role in your mood, sleep, and overall wellness. You obviously know lighting is important, now it’s just about getting it right!
For more recommendations and information about lighting, visit us at Muse Kitchen and Bath! Call us at 706-221-3066 or stop in the gallery and showroom today!
