Collection: Under Cabinet & Counter Lighting

The main types of under cabinet lights are strip lights, puck lights, and light bars. Strip lights are flexible and provide a continuous, even glow. Puck lights are small and circular, offering focused, spotlight-like illumination. Light bars are rigid fixtures that provide uniform light in a compact form.

LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) are widely considered the best under cabinet lighting source. While older alternatives like fluorescent and halogen were once common, LEDs are far more energy-efficient, last for tens of thousands of hours, and produce very little heat, making them a safer and more cost-effective choice for your under cabinet LED lighting.

Hardwired under cabinet lighting is a permanent solution wired directly into your home's electrical system, delivering a clean, cord-free look ideal for renovations and custom kitchens. Plug-in under cabinet lighting connects to a standard outlet, making it a DIY-friendly option that requires no electrician and can be repositioned as needed. Both options are available in slim light bar and puck light form factors to suit any cabinet depth or style.

The ideal color temperature for your under cabinet light depends on your desired ambiance. A warmer white (2700K-3000K) creates a cozy, inviting feel, while a neutral or natural white (3500K-4000K) is a versatile choice for both task lighting and everyday use. A cooler white (5000K+) offers a crisp, modern look ideal for detailed tasks.

Yes — smart under cabinet lighting connects to Wi-Fi or a smart home system, allowing you to control brightness, color temperature, and schedules from an app or voice assistant. Color-changing (RGB or RGBW) options let you shift between warm task light and accent colors to suit any mood or occasion. Smart and color-changing under cabinet lights are available in both plug-in and hardwired configurations.

Most modern under cabinet LED lights support dimming, but compatibility depends on the fixture and dimmer type. Hardwired fixtures typically require a compatible in-wall dimmer or an inline dimmer switch. Plug-in and smart options often include built-in dimming via a touch sensor, remote, or app. Always confirm dimmer compatibility before purchasing to avoid flickering or buzzing.

Selectable CCT (Correlated Color Temperature) allows you to switch between multiple color temperatures — typically 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, and 5000K — using a switch on the fixture itself. This eliminates the need to choose a fixed color temperature at purchase, making it ideal for kitchens where you want warm light for ambiance and cooler light for food prep. CCT-selectable under cabinet lights are one of the most versatile options available.

Installation difficulty varies by wiring type. Plug-in under cabinet lights are the easiest — simply mount the fixture and plug it in, no electrician required. Hardwired installations require connecting directly to your home's electrical system and are best handled by a licensed electrician for a clean, permanent result. LED strip lights fall in between, requiring a power supply and basic wiring but no junction box.

For task lighting, position fixtures toward the front edge of the cabinet — closer to the countertop's work zone — to minimize shadows from the cabinet face. For light bars and strip lights, centering the fixture front-to-back typically provides the most even distribution. Avoid mounting too far back, as this directs light toward the backsplash rather than the counter surface.

Standard under cabinet lights are suitable for dry kitchen environments. If the fixture will be installed near a sink or in a high-humidity area, look for a fixture with at least an IP44 rating, which protects against splash water. Outdoor-rated or wet-location fixtures are not typically necessary for standard kitchen under cabinet applications unless the space is exposed to direct water contact.