Finding lights for a kitchen used to a be simple venture, but as kitchen designs have advanced and changed over the years, so have the options for kitchen lighting. Style is important when it comes to the type of lighting you want, as is considering where the lights will be placed and how they will affect the cooking and preparation done in the kitchen. You don't want darkness or shadows around the stove and sink areas. When it comes to the effects of the lighting you need to greatly consider what type of light covers to purchase. Light covers typically come with the fixtures or can be bought separately.
Instructions
1. Go to the Decor Secrets website and research various kitchen lighting methods (see References). Before you purchase you're light covers you must have the lighting fixture that you want. Also, be sure to take note regarding what to look for when you are searching for new kitchen lighting. Notice which lighting fixtures don't come with covers and which have different kinds of covers attached to them.
2. Go to the Improvements Catalog website to search through a number various lighting options and kitchen light covers (see References). Be sure to write down the lighting fixtures and their features that you like the most. Create a list of about ten different styles and brands.
3. Determine what style of light cover you like the best. For example, there are pyramid shaped covers, crystal designed covers, covers that clip on to light fixtures and covers that need to be screwed in.
4. Visit a home improvement store in your area like Lowes or Home Depot and look for lighting fixtures and covers that closely match the list you made. Typically, once you've chosen your new kitchen lighting fixtures, you'll find matching covers to go with the lights. However, if you don't find the covers you want at a retail store, continue to Step 5 to search for light covers online.
5. Search for more kitchen light covers online through various retail stores, like NexTag (see Resources). Make sure to check the websites return policy. You don't want to purchase a light cover online that won't fit.
6. Go to the website for your existing to find different types of covers provided by the same company. This may be one of your most beneficial options, since you know the cover will fit and work appropriately with your lighting fixture. Also, be sure to check with the company's return policy in case the cover isn't exactly what you wanted. For example, the cover may make the lighting too dim.
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