under cabinet LED lighting Outremont
UNDER CABINET LED LIGHTING OUTREMONT
Under cabinet kitchen lighting is one of the most impactful improvements you can make to your workspace. A properly chosen LED strip, installed in an aluminum profile beneath your cabinets, illuminates your countertop directly, eliminates shadows, renders food colors accurately, and creates a warm atmosphere that transforms the cooking experience. LEDCO offers complete under cabinet lighting solutions delivered across Canada.
LED Strips 2700K vs 4000K — Choosing the Right Color Temperature
Color temperature is the first decision for under cabinet lighting. An indoor LED strip in 2700K (warm white) creates a warm, intimate ambiance ideal for residential kitchens with traditional or contemporary styling — the golden light enhances wood cabinetry and stone countertops beautifully. 4000K (neutral white) is preferred for high-use food prep kitchens, kitchen islands, and commercial spaces: crisp white light precisely reveals textures, colors, and fine details. For kitchens needing both ambiance and task lighting modes, CCT-adjustable strips allow switching from 2700K to 4000K from a single controller. CRI 90+ is recommended for accurate food color rendering. IP22 is sufficient for most installations; IP65 is recommended near sinks.
Aluminum Profile #86 — Uniform Light Without Visible Hot Spots
A bare LED strip creates visible individual LED points that produce an uneven chain-light effect. The professional solution: install the strip inside an aluminum profile for LED strips fitted with a diffusing lens. The aluminum profile #86 is specifically designed for under cabinet mounting — its low profile (under 10mm height) installs discreetly beneath cabinets with direct screwing or clip mounting. The opaque lens unifies light into a continuous luminous band with no visible hot spots. The aluminum body simultaneously acts as a heat sink, extending LED strip life to 50,000+ hours. Profiles can be cut to the exact length of each cabinet section for a perfect fit.
Dimmable LED Power Supply — Stable, Compatible Power
Every under cabinet installation requires a correctly sized dimmable LED power supply. Calculate total power requirements by multiplying strip wattage (W/m) by total length, then add a 20% margin for stable operation without overheating. Output voltage (12V or 24V) must match the chosen strip — 24V is preferred for runs exceeding 3 meters to avoid voltage drop. CSA or UL certification is required for all installations in Quebec and Canada. LEDCO power supplies are compatible with PWM and 0-10V dimmers for smooth, flicker-free dimming.
LED Dimmers and Controllers — Ambiance and Energy Savings
LED dimmers and controllers allow adjusting brightness from 10% to 100% to create the perfect ambiance for every moment — bright light for meal prep, dimmed for family dinners. Select models also control color temperature on CCT-adjustable strips. For smart homes, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, or Z-Wave compatible controllers integrate directly with Google Home, Amazon Alexa, or Apple HomeKit. Always verify dimmer, power supply, and LED strip compatibility before purchasing to ensure smooth, flicker-free dimming performance.
Technical Tips — Under Cabinet LED Lighting
- Measure each cabinet section individually — cabinets are rarely identical in length and each section may require a different strip segment
- Position the strip toward the front of the cabinet (facade side) to illuminate the countertop without glare visible from the dining area
- Use solderless connectors to join strip segments inside corners — more reliable and faster than soldering for residential installations
- The aluminum profile must be securely fixed — use construction adhesive in addition to screws when mounting to laminate surfaces
- For a custom manufacturing project, LEDCO can cut profiles to the exact length of your cabinets
- Plan cable routing through cabinet interiors before installing profiles for a clean result with no exposed wiring
Contact LEDCO for personalized advice on your under cabinet lighting project — our experts guide you through choosing the right strip, profile, power supply, and dimmer for your kitchen.
