If you’re tired of seeing the same old kitchen, it’s likely you’ve been considering ways to change it. There may be many options running through your mind when it comes to updating. Here are a few options so that you can start with a budget in mind and consider some of the upgrades listed below.

Put in Recessed Lighting

Recessed lighting has been increasing in popularity over the last decade. It provides a unique solution to lighting issues when it comes to low ceilings or the need for directed light. If you want to physically brighten up your kitchen, you should consider installing some recessed lights. There are many different options to choose from. With the advancements in the recessed lighting industry, you can actually install these lights right in the drywall without having to attach them to a rafter for support.

Backlight Your Countertops

Instead of installing lights overhead, try backlighting your countertops. Slablite is one of the more popular options that are available for a variety of translucent countertop materials, including quartz, glass, and onyx. This lighting is custom installed to fit around fixtures in your countertops, such as sinks. The best part is these systems run on very little power and last for up to 20 years.

Under Cabinet Lighting

One of the areas that you may notice you have a problem seeing is underneath your cabinets. When working with food, having as much light as possible is very helpful. Installing under cabinet lighting is a great option to allow more brightness into your kitchen. Because these lights are installed up underneath your cabinets, you don’t have to worry about them blinding you when you’re trying to prep your meals.

Install a Lighter Backsplash

Apart from installing additional lighting in your kitchen, you should think about the reflective qualities of what’s in your kitchen. Your backsplash is where you’re going to be standing for most of the food prep that you’re doing in the kitchen. Take a look at how you can improve your backsplash light reflection. Opt for a lighter color backsplash that will reflect the lighting that is present in your kitchen. This will make a world of difference in the lighting for your food prep.

Brightening up your kitchen doesn’t have to be overly difficult to do. Start by assessing what you have existing in your kitchen. Then, utilize some of the tactics explained above to add additional light to your kitchen.

Guest Post By:

Anica Oaks.
Freelance writer and web enthusiast