How to Install Xenon Under Cabinet task Lighting in Your Kitchen
Xenon is a great choice in under cabinet lighting for your kitchen. It has many advantages over others such as: long life, low UV, no high pressure dangers around food, high quality of light, dimmable, touchable, and they have a high tolerance of unstable voltage. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Drill and bits
- Screws and driver
- Xenon under cabinet light rails
- Wiring and connectors
- Transformer
- Dimmer switch
Instructions
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Purchase the electrical components for your project: light rails, wire, transformer, and switch. Choose a reputable dealer who can help you make all the right choices for your needs.
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Choose an good place for your transformer: Out of the way yet accessible, and safe from electrocution hazards such as water.
As you can see here, I placed mine on top of one of the cabinets. There, it is concealed by the cabinet's decorative molding. -
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Choose a switch and an appropriate place to install it. I've got a low-voltage dimmer switch for my kitchen. It's great to be able to adjust your lighting with one of these, plus they're cheap and you can find them at any home improvement or hardware store like Lowe's, Home Depot, or ACE Hardware.
I put it IN my exhaust hood above the stove; it was easy to access for installation and later use, and out sight, and safe from water.
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Use the manufacturer's hardware to install the light rails. Wire them according to directions. Use the right tool for the job. Different connectors are appropriate for different applications; they must be rated for their intended use. Make sure all connections are secured out of the way for safety!
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Tips & Warnings
Make it easy on yourself. Do the installation during your remodel.
Use a dimmer switch. This will ensure you've always got the right light when you need it.
Install in conjunction with in-cabinet lights for a more complete lighting scheme.
Use appropriate components to ensure a safe installation
As always, use and wear safety gear!
Resources
- Photo Credit Photographed, designed, and installed by Burke Urban
