Lighting Your Kitchen for the Holidays

The kitchen tends to be the center of many holiday activities. After all, everyone has to eat, and having a delicious, home cooked meal is a hallmark of the holiday season. Connecticut Lighting Centers is a local lighting store that offers everything you could need and want for your holiday lighting and home decor needs. Our certified lighting designers are here to help you have a cheery and bright kitchen this holiday season. Learn some great lighting tips for your kitchen this holiday season, and stop by our Southington or Hartford showroom today!

Light Your Kitchen Island

Undoubtedly, you use your kitchen island extensively, especially if the sink, dishwasher, or other much-used kitchen item is located there. During the holiday season, your kitchen island will probably be used even more, as it tends to be a favorite gathering space amongst guests. Be sure you have enough and the right type of lighting for your kitchen island that can both offer task lighting and create mood. Let our lighting designers help. Schedule a free consultation today.

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Install Undercabinet Lighting

Undercabinet lighting has almost become essential to modern kitchens. This is because this type of lighting, placed in the right spots, eliminates all shadows from your kitchen countertops, providing the perfect task lighting you need for all of your food prep needs. Plus, by installing undercabinet lighting, you'll be increasing the value of your home and adding in beauty that few other types of kitchen lighting can mimic. Undercabinet lighting doubles as great night and ambient lighting and can instantly provide warmth to your kitchen.

Consider Recessed Lighting

Depending on the size of your kitchen, too many lighting fixtures can give the space a crowded look and feel. Thus, recessed lighting is a great addition to your kitchen, especially if your kitchen is a smaller space. This type of lighting takes up no space since it's installed in your ceilings, but the amount of light given off will instantly brighten your kitchen and add much-needed task lighting. Recessed lighting is easy to install and can ensure you have the lighting you need this holiday season. Ask a lighting designer for advice today.

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Use Wall Lights For Decorative Lighting

We've been focusing on task lighting a lot, but decorative lighting is just as important. While decorative lighting gives off lighting that can be used for tasks, its main goal is to add to the look and feel of your space. Since many people have favorite portraits or paintings hung on their walls, decorative lighting is a great way to draw attention to it and create a focal point. One of our favorite types of decorative lighting is wall sconces. This type of lighting comes in all different styles, finishes, and sizes that can both personalize your kitchen space and add ambient lighting. Choose from single, double, or more wall sconces to suit your needs. Shop with us today.

Add Festive String Lighting for the Season

Everyone loves string lighting, so if you are looking for an easy, affordable way to light up your kitchen for the holiday season and brighten your guests' mood, consider adding some string lighting. Since string is easy to hang, you can place string lighting on your kitchen shelves, around your kitchen island, or hang from your kitchen island lighting to add in festive cheer. Plus, string lighting makes a great night light, so leave them on after the meal is over for great ambient lighting, too.

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SHOP AT CONNECTICUT LIGHTING CENTERS TODAY

Connecticut Lighting Centers is a family-owned lighting store with two convenient locations in Hartford and Southington to better serve you and your needs. We offer residential, commercial, and industrial indoor and outdoor lighting. In addition, we are New England's largest full-service lighting center, offering restoration and lamp repair and a whole host of other services, including lighting automation, remodeling services, shades and window coverings, landscape lighting, decorative hardware, and more.

Our mission is to ensure you have the perfect lighting for your indoor and outdoor spaces, as well as home accents to bring cohesion and unity to your space. Our certified lighting designers have years of experience and stay abreast of the latest lighting trends in order to bring you the best design possible.