Kitchen lighting installation can transform your kitchen area, especially if well thought plans are brought to fruition by working with an approved electrician.
Dividing the lighting into three categories will help achieve the lighting requirements you have. Ambient lighting includes ceiling lighting, while focussed lighting is helpful in a particular area like over a kitchen island and accent lighting is where decorative ideas come into play. Kitchen lighting installation during a kitchen rewire in Norfolk costs between £300 - £2,000 but this includes labour, electrical work and light fittings. Norfolk Current Ltd enjoy lighting projects as we get to see a room transform into various functional zones and atmospheres.
How do I start planning for kitchen lighting installation?
Consider lighting and electrical work early on during a kitchen rewire, even before visiting kitchen showrooms. Planning should begin with where food prep will take place like above the sink, island and cooker or extractor hood. For general illumination, the recommended is recessed downlights which are evenly installed for better distribution of light. Accent lighting adds depth and the wow factor to your kitchen, especially if considering pendant lights above a breakfast bar. The team were working on a kitchen rewire on Rye Close in Norfolk. The kitchen lacked a great deal of natural light but the family were eager to use the kitchen as the main hub for hosting games night and a base for the children to do their homework. We suggested dimmable feature lighting over where the dining table would be placed, bright tasks lighting over the cooker and food preparation area as well as boost the overall mood in the kitchen with under cupboard lighting.
What safety standards need to be followed during kitchen lighting installation?
Certain zones in the kitchen such as directly above a sink or hob must have the correct IP rated electrical components and light fittings. A qualified electrician will make sure Building Regulations are followed to reduce the risk of hazards such as electric shocks or overheating, a precursor for house fires. If the Part P registered electrician installs brand new lighting circuits or carries out kitchen lighting installation during a kitchen review, you should receive an EIC or Electrical Installation Certificate to confirm the electrical work has been tested to meet safety standards.
How much will kitchen lighting installation cost in Norfolk?
LED downlights, evenly distributed on the ceiling of the kitchen costs between £60 - £120 per fixture with premium fittings costing more. Pendant lighting above a breakfast bar or kitchen island can cost between £100- £250 per light. Under cabinet lighting ranges between £150 - £500 but this depends on the length of LED strip and number of cupboards. The property on Rye Close was an end of terrace interwar property so the kitchen was slightly narrow and long. To boost illumination and atmosphere, the team installed two LED undercabinets strips, each 875mm long under a set of cabinets on one side of the kitchen. It's safe to say the customers were really pleased with the overall finish.
Contact Norfolk Current Ltd.
Norfolk Current Ltd demonstrates technical skill, professionalism and high quality craftsmanship. From working with customers on initial floor plans, kitchen lighting installation during a kitchen rewire and testing at the end, we do our best to give customers the full package.
Call Norfolk Current Ltd on 01603 369 440 to see how we can transform your kitchen.
