I want to do some under cabinet lighting hardwired in with a dedicated dimmer switch - what's my best choice - when I
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Patrick M
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did it 2 houses ago I used halogen
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Halogen is still a good bet - another choice might be rope lights - I have both. The light (color?) looks the same to me, but you probably also want to consider price, and ease of install and replacement. The halo gets pretty hot, and I have to be careful that nothing comes in contact (decor, etc). If budget is a factor I've seen the ropes for a tenth of the price at the "big box" vs. lighting stores (especially around Christmas time) Hope that helps, M
Micci S
on Sep 25, 2011
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You can also find EnergyStar-rated fluorescent fixtures for undercabinet lighting. They use a lot less energy, and don't get as dangerously hot as the halogen lights.
3po3
on Sep 27, 2011
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Check out rope iightng
James A
on Sep 28, 2011
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Jame's has a good low cost lighting idea. And for an option up grade to LED. It's not much more in price and is Energy star approved lighting and very safe.
Hudson Designs
on Sep 28, 2011
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well i would do the rope lighting because you can dim them. but if you did not want to dim them you can go with flurescent light or led lighting
Mr. Dee's Electric LLC
on Sep 29, 2011
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LED is the best, you can get one from IKEA with white LED or color LED But they cannot be dimer but they soft on color and save energy. We put under wall cabinet and inside cabinet with glass door in bar are turn out very good and home owner very happy.
DESIGN FLOOR AND BATH
on Sep 29, 2011
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Thanks everyone. Appreciate your help. I think I'll look at the rope and LED. The heat from the halogen makes me less inclined towards it.
Patrick M
on Oct 03, 2011
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LED is a really nice way to go these days. I think rope light often looks more like an after thought than a planned lighting upgrade. Good luck!
ElectraMedics Electrical Services
on Oct 03, 2011
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I agree, LED is the way to go. More expensive up front, but they last for years & burn cool. The halogen get so hot they can heat the dishes & raise the temperature of the room in summer, argh!
Culpepper Carpets and Interiors, Inc.
on Oct 03, 2011
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My only issue is thet the LED don't dim. I'd prefer not to use halogen for the heat issue. We're getting close. Have to finish the bathroom first. Just getting ideas together for when we're ready to start the project.
Patrick M
on Oct 04, 2011
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