HOW
MUCH
LIGHT DO
I NEED?
Lighting needs vary by
room. Use this guide to
determine how many
fi xtures you need to
adequately illuminate
your spaces.HALLWAYS
5–10 lumens
per square footLIVING ROOMS,
BEDROOMS
10–20 lumens
per square footKITCHENS, DINING
ROOMS (GENERAL
LIGHTING)
30–40 lumens
per square footBATHROOMS,
LAUNDRY ROOMS,
KITCHENS
(TASK AREAS)
70–80 lumens
per square footAppetizer
AMBIENT LIGHTING A ceiling
fi xture may be enough to light the
space, but recessed lights off er the
best coverage, especially in large
kitchens. Combining recessed cans
around the perimeter of the room
with a beautiful central fi xture is
an equally attractive and practical
solution for overall lighting.Entrée
TASK LIGHTING In this space,
work is the main course. Install light
sources directly above work spots.
Pendants are a popular option
over an island, and undercabinet
puck or rope lights are great for
cutting areas. Use LED lamps with
automatic magnetic sensors to
illuminate dark drawers.Dessert
ACCENT LIGHTING Tape lights
in the toe-kick (between the cabinet
and fl oor) look cool and provide
soft light for late-night trips to the
kitchen. Strip lights or downlights
can showcase dishes in open
shelves or glass-front cabinets.SERVE IN
LAYERS Ceiling,
undercabinet,
and toe-kick
lights off er a
safe work space.
DL Flex and
Infi na, Jesco
Lighting GroupPREP FOR
SUCCESS The
hub of the
home has a
clear advantage
under a style-
savvy chandelier.
Landry, CanarmTHINK THIN Slim
ceiling lights are
stylish, discreet task
solutions. ModPlus,
Access LightingBase light levels
on room usage.
A 100-square-foot
living room needs
1,000 lumens while
a dining room of
the same size needs
2,000-3,000 lumens.THE LATEST IN
LIGHTING BASICS
KitchenHelpersYou cook balanced meals in your
kitchen, but is your lighting balanced?FEED A DESIGN
Beauty and
function intertwine
in this ceiling
fi xture. Chloie,
Designers FountainÈ
Learn more about lighting
your kitchen beautifully at
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