KITCHEN
Recommended Light Levels by IES:
Kitchens are the heart of the home, serving as a place to cook, entertain, and gather. The right lighting can transform your kitchen into a functional and inviting space. Whether you’re preparing a meal, doing dishes, or enjoying a casual dinner, USAI Lighting has the perfect solutions to create a bright and cheerful environment.
Lighting Tips:
Uniform Ambient Lighting: Achieve consistent illumination in the kitchen to prevent shadows and glare, enhancing visibility and safety during tasks.
Strategic Use of Recessed Downlights: Utilize recessed downlights from USAI Lighting's range, including LittleOnes 1" downlights, LittleTwos 2" downlights, and BeveLED Mini 3" downlights, to ensure even light distribution throughout the kitchen.
Tailored Selection for Ceiling Height: Depending on ceiling height, choose appropriate downlight options to achieve optimal light levels for various kitchen activities such as food preparation, cooking, and dishwashing.
Task Lighting for Kitchen Islands: Excellent lighting performance for visual acuity is crucial in kitchens to prevent injuries while preparing food. Pendant fixtures serve as ideal task lighting solutions for kitchen islands, providing focused light directly onto workspaces.
USAI Lighting's Pendant Collection: Explore pendant options such as LittleTwos 2" Cylinders, BeveLED Mini 3.5" Cylinder, NanoLED® 3" Cylinders, or Micro 1.25" Pendant, designed to optimize visibility for chopping vegetables, meal preparation, and cleaning tasks.