How to DIY Under Cabinet Lighting

See how we transformed a dark and shadowy kitchen into a well lit and cozy space with this easy DIY kitchen under cabinet lighting project (plus above cabinet lighting also!) For this DIY, we’ve chosen cabinet lights that are affordable, and easy to install. This keeps the project simple!

Adding DIY kitchen under cabinet lighting (and above cabinet lighting) is an easy project that any DIYer can take on.  It’s actually easier than you might think, and can be accomplished in about 30 minutes.

Before You Start: Make A Kitchen Lighting Layout Plan

As with any DIY project, you should always start with a plan.  Starting with a plan will save time, energy, and MONEY.

To get started, first decide on how many lights to use, and exactly where each light will be placed.  It’s important to space the lights evenly. This will help to achieve the best light pattern.

Even though the light fixtures themselves will be hidden from sight under the cabinets, their light output will be visible and promenade – especially in the mornings and evenings when natural light is limited.

Kitchen under cabinet lighting is bright and welcoming as they light up the counters and backsplash beneath. For this reason, it’s important come up with a lighting layout plan.

A good general rule is to center a light fixture under each set of cabinet doors in your kitchen.

This won’t work in all cases because some cabinet doors are wider than others, and there isn’t always an even number of doors.  Just try to use your best judgement and imagine how the light pattern will look.