Lighting by room

Kitchen lighting

In a kitchen the light has to work: you chop, cook and read recipes, so the worktop needs to be brighter than the rest of the room. The quality of the light matters too: a high colour rendering index (CRI) lets you see the true colour of food. Below are the recommended figures and luminaires.

Luminaires for this room Lighting calculator
Trimless Recessed Round LED Ceiling Light 36W Sandy Black
Trimless Recessed Round LED Ceiling Light 36W Sandy Black

Recommended lighting

Light level
200–300 lx
For general light. Light the worktop more brightly, at around 300–500 lx.
Colour temperature
3000–4000 K
Warm white 3000 K suits a cosy dining corner, neutral white 4000 K the work area. Choose similar colours so the difference is not jarring.
Colour rendering
CRI 90+
A high CRI lets you judge the colour of meat, vegetables and fruit accurately.

How to plan the light

  1. General lighting Recessed or surface-mounted ceiling luminaires light the whole kitchen evenly. Place them so you do not work in your own shadow.
  2. Task lighting Linear luminaires under wall cabinets light the worktop from the front, so your hand does not cast a shadow. This is the most important layer of kitchen light.
  3. Accent lighting Pendants over an island, breakfast bar or dining table create a welcoming centre, but they should not be the only light in the kitchen.

Luminaires for this room

For general light and over the table we show luminaires with a CRI of 90 or more. The full range is on the category page.

Recessed and spot luminaires (CRI 90+)

For general light; we show luminaires with a CRI of at least 90.

Whole category: Recessed Lighting

Linear luminaires

Linear luminaires for the work area. Whether one suits fitting under a cabinet, check from the mounting method and length in the product description.

Whole category: Linear Lights

Pendant luminaires (CRI 90+)

Over an island, breakfast bar or dining table.

Whole category: Pendant Luminaires
LED pendant light 7W 2700K/3000K – black
Single Pendants

LED pendant light 7W 2700K/3000K – black

7 W · 2700 / 3000 K

  • Dimmable
134.00 €
Prekė prieinama Delivery 11–28 working days

LED pendant light is designed above a dining table, island or lounge area. Its black finish and material combination of...

134.00 €

Frequently asked questions

How much light does a kitchen worktop need?

Around 300–500 lx is commonly recommended for the worktop and 200–300 lx for general kitchen light. The light under the cabinets should therefore be brighter than the ceiling luminaires.

What is CRI, and why is 90+ recommended for a kitchen?

CRI (colour rendering index) shows how accurately light reproduces the colours of objects; the maximum is 100. In a kitchen, where the colour and freshness of food matter, a CRI of 90 or more is recommended, although luminaires with a CRI of around 80 are common.

What colour temperature suits a kitchen?

Usually 3000–4000 K. Warm 3000 K light suits a cosy dining corner and neutral 4000 K the work area. If you combine several luminaires, choose light of a similar colour.

How should I light the work area under the cabinets?

Fix a linear luminaire towards the front edge of the cabinet, so the light falls on the worktop rather than into your eyes or the reflection in a glossy surface. Check the luminaire’s length and mounting method in the product description.