{"id":414,"date":"2026-01-06T09:20:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T09:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lyco.co.uk\/blog\/?p=414"},"modified":"2026-01-23T15:03:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T15:03:41","slug":"top-10-new-kitchen-lighting-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lyco.co.uk\/blog\/top-10-new-kitchen-lighting-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 New Kitchen Lighting Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Posted on 20 December 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Author: Charles Barnett<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Last updated on 9 August 2024<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

In recent times, kitchens have become places to eat and entertain as well as to cook. How do you light a room that serves multiple functions? It\u2019s important not to over light \u2013 each light must have a role. Our top 10 kitchen lighting solutions will help you plan a new or revamped kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. LED Flexi-Strips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mainly used for mood lighting,\u00a0LED flexi-strips<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0can be fitted along kick boards or below kitchen cabinets. You can create a floating effect at a kitchen island by fixing them right around the base. The\u00a0Tagra 24W Warm White LED Light Strip<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is ideal for this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Under-Cabinet Downlighting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Often in the kitchen you\u2019ll be working in your own shadow, especially at outer worktops.\u00a0Under-cabinet lighting<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0solves this by delivering light straight to the surface.\u00a0Tagra Warm White LED Strip Light<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>is practical, stylish and creates mood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Fluorescent Strip Lights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fluorescent fittings are a kitchen standard, and they\u2019ve improved a lot over the years. Problems such as flickering no longer exist, plus up to six of these can be linked, so you can create precisely the lighting scheme you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Fire Rated Downlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fire-rated products like the Luceco F-Eco 5W Warm White Adjustable Downligh are ideal for ambient lighting. A dimmable fitting allows control over lighting mood, especially when contrasted with other lights. Building regulations require recessed ceiling lights under occupied floors to be fire-resistant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Wall Lights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wall lights work well in a kitchen if there\u2019s space. The Edit Bench Wall Light<\/a><\/strong> with its trendy copper finish suits a traditional room. You might install it over a breakfast bar or table, giving you extra light for reading the paper or even eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Pendants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pendants work well over breakfast bars, kitchen islands or dining tables. The\u00a0Elstead Provence Rise and Fall Pendant<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is inspired by an old French design. Install this over an island and set it high to light an entire food prep area or low as an intimate dining light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Flush Fittings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For homes with low ceilings, flush fittings use as little vertical space as possible. They don\u2019t have to compromise on style, either, as the Searchlight American Diner Flush Ceiling Ligh shows. This traditional fitting is inspired by the metallic lights that were popular in 1950s American diners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Track Lighting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Track lighting allows spotlight heads to be moved freely along a length of track. This is ideal above the edges of a kitchen island or counter top. It\u2019s especially useful with metallic surfaces, as the ability to change lighting angles helps control glare.\u00a0Robus Acorn<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0track lighting suits this role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Designer Looks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen and enjoy entertaining, a designer light will make the space special. A three light bar, such as the\u00a0Edit Craft Ceiling Pendant<\/a>,<\/strong>\u00a0add a bit of glamour to your room, and looks great when placed directly over a dining room table or kitchen island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Plinth Potential<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Outdoor decking lights can be used as kitchen plinth lights. These tough little fittings can stand being splashed with a mop or kicked. Install them along the lower plinth section of your kitchen floor units. The Robus Garland Kit <\/strong><\/a>includes 10 lights, each giving an attractive glow for relaxing effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more advice, inspiration and news take a look at our\u00a0Lighting Advice<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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