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Need suggestions for kitchen lighting please

6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago

would Like to replace lights In kitchen and dining area. Current lights casts a yellow glow. I’m having under cabinet lights installed also. would the lights I have pictured be a better choice? Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

i Know the cabinets are dark and outdated but they are not being painted or replaced.


















Comments (40)

  • 6 years ago

    Definitely an update. Of the ones you show I like the first best

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  • 6 years ago

    I like the style you are going forward but none of those seem big enough for the dining table. What size is your table?

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  • 6 years ago

    I would put recessed lights into your kitchen area, which will be much more functional and give you the bright light you need. I think you need a wider option above your dining table.

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  • 6 years ago

    Table is 36x60

    first light is what I’m thinking for above table

    i need another light to replace ceiling light in kitchen area

  • 6 years ago

    This light is 26” height and 17” wide is it the right size? Will this style look good in my space. Does anyone have suggestions on another style that would look better?

  • 6 years ago

    I like the lantern style but what about the linear shape? I think you need something bigger.

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  • 6 years ago

    The plaster ceiling has a circular design above the light...I wasn’t sure if a rectangular light would look right.


  • 6 years ago

    Probably stick to round. Your right

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  • 6 years ago

    Ok I think you’re right regarding round... let me look for some rules around sizing so I can give you correct info

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  • 6 years ago

    would you like something like this at all?




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  • 6 years ago

    Msteezzy....I do like that light but not for my space ....there isn’t anything modern looking in my home

  • 6 years ago

    some inspiration pics of different lights. The first seems like it would work in a traditional home. Last one is similar to the one you posted





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  • 6 years ago

    First 2 do look better...third one looks too small

    this one is kind of a modern look on a traditional chandelier and is bigger


  • 6 years ago

    Sphere light still looks too modern and my table is really casual looking

    if I did something like the second option what could I do to replace current kitchen ceiling light?

    Would something like this flush lantern work?


  • 6 years ago

    Also would these options without the globes add better light

  • 6 years ago

    I actually had the one you posted from Amazon in a formal modern dining room. I plan to purchase it again for my causal eat in kitchen. I think elements can be mixed for the most part to fit many styles.
    I like it with your table. I think for the kitchen any of the flush mounts you posted will go. I’m hoping someone with photoshop skills stops by your thread so you can see how they look in place

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  • 6 years ago

    I also really like the dining chandelier from Amazon ( Laluz) and the price is awesome.

    I do love the lantern looks and have it over my island ( I have 2) but I am not sure I would like it over a kitchen table.

    I do think the lantern one you showed for the flush mount is nice as long as there is enough clearance if it 's in a walkway. I think that and the amazon one "play nicely".

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  • 6 years ago

    I love that Amazon chandelier that looks like candles. I'm not a fan of lantern style for over the table. Also, your lighting quality is not the fixture, it's the brightness of the bulbs, the "temperature." You want something in the 3000-4000k range. Do you have it wired to be dimmable? If not, I'd get bright bulbs and plan to dim them if you need to.

    I wish I had before and after pics of my kitchen after I traded the awful bulbs out the day we moved in. My cabinets are similar in color to yours. IT WAS AMAZING. So number one, get brighter bulbs, then decide on a pretty fixture.

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  • 6 years ago

    Yes, you will definitely need a dimmer for that chandelier.

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  • 6 years ago

    Thank you for all the great suggestions.

    im leaning towards the Amazon one

    so it is 26” is that the right size for my 36 table?

  • 6 years ago

    Hoping someone can comment on the dimensions for you. Width wise sounds great to me but curious what the experts will say.

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  • 6 years ago

    I ordered the laluz chandelier from amazion. should I buy the regular tip or the flame tip? Also the ones I’m finding have the orange filament, im thinking I would prefer clear ones. Any help on this would be appreciated. Shouldn’t be so hard to decide on a lightbulb but I guess for me I’m having issues🤨

  • 6 years ago

    Get the regular tip. You might consider led.

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  • 5 years ago

    Thank you ....yes I’m looking for the dimmable led

  • 5 years ago

    I’d get the regular tip too. Make sure you post after pics 😊

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  • 5 years ago

    And don't feel bad about having a hard time deciding... There are quite a few of us!! (but I do love that chandelier)

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  • 5 years ago

    Thanks again for everyone’s help. I will post after pics when it’s done....hoping to have lights installed this weekend. I’m having Serenity quartz countertops installed on Monday. Yes, I am actually spending all that money on this outdated oak kitchen ....I think it will be a big improvement from the boring laminant Will post pics after the install. Next project will be under cabinet lighting and backsplash....more decisions.

    Picture of the Serenity Quarz

  • 5 years ago

    I hope you've considered changing the island top to a simple "L" shape without the angle. It would really help with countertop space.

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  • 5 years ago

    I did consider that idea, I prefer the angle. Corners will be slightly rounded but other than that the angle will still be there.

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  • 5 years ago

    Got my lights installed. Added a third one above sink to replace fluorescent bar light. i kept hubby busy past weekend. Countertops are in and I love them. Pictures aren’t great but it really is pretty. under cabinet lighting and backsplash is next. Will start another discussion on that. I’m finding backsplash isn’t easy to pick out.

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  • 5 years ago

    I had a hard time getting pics to send ....Tap on the picture to see whole picture btw...I did get brighter lights. Pictures still look darker than it really is.


  • 5 years ago

    Looks awesome!!

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  • 5 years ago

    Awe thank you!

  • 5 years ago

    Nice!!

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  • 5 years ago

    I love that Laluz chandelier. It's so updated and clean looking. Enjoy!!!

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