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Lighting Features to Consider in a Kitchen

The lighting of a room has a dramatic impact on the appeal, function and use of the space. Failing to have an adequate lighting system in a kitchen design can result in delays trying to find goods, lost items, and added frustration when trying to make a meal. To prevent this from happening to your home, it’s recommended that owners upgrade the systems they have. When upgrading the systems in a home, there are certain features that should be addressed including: adding recessed lighting, changing the location of the switch, upgrading it to a smart home system, using brighter bulbs or adding more overhead features to improve it. If you’re in the process of updating the lights in your home, continue reading the article for an outline of all the features you should consider.

Add Recessed Lighting

Recessed lighting can enhance the look of a kitchen by seamlessly blending into the décor of the space without impact. This allows homeowners to get an ample amount of light in their home without having to worry about matching additional features to their current design. The location of these bulbs can vary depending on the needs and preferences of the homeowner, which is why it’s best to carefully assess the space prior to installation to determine where it would be most beneficial. The majority of homeowners choose to have the lighting installed above their countertops or cupboards so they can clearly see while working.

Change Switch Locations

The location of the lighting switches should also be considered when owners are updating their home. The location of the switches can be inconvenient for certain owners if it is not directly attached to the room or is in an awkward space. To have the switch location changed, it is recommended that owners have a specialist assess their property =. Electrical upgrades are best left to experts who can estimate and complete this work in professional and safe manner.

Smart System Integration

A smart system can improve the function and use of a space. Upgrading the lights in a home to a smart home system can give owners remote access to the features. This means that owners will be able to control the lights from other pieces of technology that have Bluetooth capabilities. Once connected, owners can dim, turn on, switch off and even set timers for all of the features in their home remotely. This can help homeowners improve the use of their space and features in their home.

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From start to finish Kurtis was a great company to work with. From the initial contact and design concept with Gregory Holster to the cabinet drop off team, the install team led by project manager Jeff Tuomi and the countertop company, the project was on time and all work was performed beyond expectations. This was greatly appreciated seeing as it was completed on December 23. All the people involved were professional and did an excellent job.

Ken M.

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Deborah D.

We recently worked with Lauren on cabinetry for a master bathroom renovation. She was great to work on the design and selections. Lauren was efficient and responsive from cabinet selection through ordering. Our overall installation was smooth. We had some unforeseen circumstances impacting our ability to accept delivery of our cabinets on the initial agreed upon date. Kurtis was very accommodating in rescheduling delivery given our project challenges. We couldn't be happier with our cabinets for this project.

Shannon O.

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We love our new kitchen! Kurtis Kitchen & Bath did an outstanding job, and Adrian at the Clarkston location was exceptional to work with—creative, patient, and really listened to what we wanted. The project was well-organized, and we went from demo to a fully functioning kitchen in just 30 days. Highly recommend!

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