Kitchen LED-Lighting

Kitchen lighting is an important part of the atmosphere and functionality of your home. LED-Strip lighting is one of the most popular lighting solutions for kitchens today, offering many advantages over traditional lighting solutions.

LED-They are energy efficient and have a long lifespan, reducing electricity consumption and the need to change light bulbs. They also heat up little, making them safe to use in the kitchen. In addition, LED-They are versatile and are available in different colour temperatures, so you can create pleasant lighting for different situations.

LED-They are a very effective and practical choice for kitchen lighting. They provide even light on kitchen worktops and cabinet doors and can be easily installed, for example, inside an aluminium profile. LED-The strips allow you to create different atmospheres with different lighting colours, as they are available in a range of colour temperatures. They are easy to install and offer a wide choice of colour temperatures and wattages.

The most common colour temperature chosen for the kitchen area is 4000K, a neutral white shade. However, if the kitchen is open to the living room, for example, and the whole house has 3000K warm white lighting, then 3000K may be a good option for the recess. Also tunable white lighting is handy in the kitchen! You can read more about the different kelvins or colour temperatures here.

LED lighting in the kitchen is more than just light – it is a combination of efficiency, style and functionality. Here are a few more reasons why LED is the superior choice for your kitchen:

✅ Better task lighting – bright, glare-free light for your countertops
✅ Color rendering index (CRI) – Valotehdas LED strips have a CRI of over 95, which ensures that vegetables, meat and baked goods look naturally delicious in your kitchen
✅ Atmosphere and style – indirect lighting creates a warm and inviting ambiance
✅ Energy savings and long lifespan – LED lights last up to 50,000 hours
✅ Smart control options – dimming and color temperature adjustment make your lighting adaptable
✅ High-quality, flicker-free light – LED drivers ensure flicker-free, buzz-free and safe lighting for years to come

LED technology is a modern and versatile way to bring exactly the right kind of light into your kitchen – whether for everyday tasks or dinner with friends.

The LED experts at Valotehdas are happy to help you choose the right products, whether you are planning a small kitchen update or a complete renovation. Lighting design always starts with your needs and the dimensions of your kitchen.

The color temperature of your lighting has a major impact on the atmosphere of your kitchen. The color temperature of LED strips (kelvin, K) determines how warm or cool the light appears. When choosing LED lighting for your kitchen, think about the intended use: do you want effective task lighting, ambient lighting or both?

✔️ 3000K – warm white Soft and atmospheric lighting, suitable for a cozy and traditional kitchen, and a pleasant choice if your living room opens into the kitchen.

✔️ 4000K – neutral white Natural and effective task lighting, a popular choice for kitchen backsplash areas thanks to its fresh tone.

✔️ CCT color temperature adjustable LED strip (2700K–6500K) Adjustable color temperature for different situations – in addition to dimming, you can switch between warm and cool light.

💡 For backsplash lighting we most commonly recommend 4000K LED strips, as they produce clear and fresh light with natural color rendering. However, if your kitchen opens into the living room and the whole house has 3000K warm white lighting, 3000K can be a good choice for the kitchen as well. On top of these, color temperature adjustable kitchen lighting is convenient and pleasant!

LED stripsare a highly effective and practical choice for kitchen lighting.They provide even, glare-free light for countertops and cabinet tops, and they are easy to install, for example inside aluminum profiles. LED strips are energy-efficient and long-lasting, and they generate very little heat, which makes them safe to use even in tight spaces.

LED strips are an excellent choice for both task and ambient lighting. Here are the most popular installation locations:

1. Backsplash lighting (above the countertop) • Installed on the underside of wall cabinets • Use an aluminum profile for clean and even lighting • Position the strip slightly toward the back to avoid shadows • Corner mounting works well in open kitchens
2. On top of cabinets for indirect light • The LED strip reflects light off the ceiling and makes the space feel larger • Works especially well in kitchens with high ceilings • A dimmable strip adds atmosphere
3. Plinth lighting under base cabinets • The strip is installed in the plinth of the base cabinets • Use a lower-wattage LED strip since the light is close to the floor • A warm tone (3000K) makes the space more inviting
4. Islands and bar counters • The strip can be installed on the lower or upper edge of the counter • Creates striking indirect light on surfaces • Dimmable lighting suits different occasions

LED-In kitchen lighting, the strips are usually mounted on an aluminium profile to protect them from dust and moisture. In addition to traditional kitchen worktop lighting, strips can also be installed above kitchen cabinets, for example, to reflect light upwards towards the ceiling, creating indirect and pleasant lighting.

Kitchen LED-kitchen lighting also has the advantage of LED-Lights last longer and consume less energy than traditional lighting. Kitchen lighting needs to be efficient and uniform enough to cook and read recipes in the kitchen. LED-strips offer a good solution to this, as they allow the lighting to be adjusted as required. LED-They are also energy efficient, so they save on your electricity bill.

Kitchen lighting is easy to implement with high quality LED-with our quality products. You will find your choice of LED-tape to be installed on your preferred LED-profile with accessories, i.e. power supply, dimming and light control if required, so you can buy the accessories and install the kitchen lighting conveniently yourself!

We also offer custom-made service kitchen LED-lighting, which means that the luminaires are delivered to you ready to use, complete with wiring, and easy to install in your kitchen. We are also happy to help you with the positioning of your luminaires and the design of your lighting solutions. We welcome you to visit our kitchen LED-kitchen lighting range!

24V LED strips always require a 24V LED driver that converts 230V mains power to 24V. The choice depends on the total wattage of the strips and the control method.

Choosing the driver: • Calculate the total wattage of the LED strips (e.g. 3 m x 15W/m = 45W) • Choose a driver with 20–30% higher capacity (e.g. 75W) • Bigger is fine, smaller is not – the driver must not be overloaded

Control options: • ON/OFF driver + a regular light switch • Wireless receiver (e.g. FUT035S+), used with an ON/OFF driver • Wall dimmer (PUSH DIM, with TRIAC drivers)

Placement: • Inside a cabinet, behind the plinth or on top of a wall cabinet • The driver must remain accessible for maintenance – do not seal it permanently out of reach

How many drivers does a kitchen need?

• One wall / L-shaped kitchen: One driver is enough • Cabinets on two walls: Two drivers are needed • Island lighting: Usually its own driver with a separate power feed • Long strips (over 5 m): Account for voltage drop – use two feed points

✅ A correctly sized and positioned driver ensures functional, safe and long-lasting lighting. Need help? The experts at Valotehdas are happy to assist!

Wireless control solutions are easy to install, flexible to use and especially well suited to new builds and renovations where you want to avoid cabling.

🆚 Traditional or wireless control? Traditional TRIAC dimming: • The light is adjusted with a wall dimmer • Requires electrical work and a wall-mounted driver • Does not allow color temperature adjustment (CCT) Wireless control: • The light is switched and adjusted with a wireless wall controller (battery-powered) • No electrical installation needed • Especially suitable if you have a direct power feed • Also enables CCT adjustment, i.e. changing the tone of the light

🔧 What do you need for wireless control? Wireless receiver + controller The receiver is installed between the ON/OFF LED driver and the light. Compatible options: • FUT035S+ – suitable for both CCT and single-color strips • MLR2 – compact option for brightness control, max 144W • TRI-C1 – works with 230V lights (e.g. downlights, KAJO series) All of the above work with Valotehdas wireless controllers, such as the K1 rotary controller and the K3S Mini controller.

🔄 Pair the controller and receiver like this:

1. Make sure the installation is safe and switch on the power to the LED system. 2. Press the "SET" button on the receiver once briefly 3. Press the "SET" button on the back of the controller quickly 3 times within three seconds

✅ Successful pairing: the LED light flashes once

Modern LED cabinet lights, such as OVAL and MAGNETO, bring practical and atmospheric light to kitchens, display cabinets and other spaces in your home – neatly and easily.

What are cabinet lights used for? • Above kitchen countertops – even, shadow-free light • Display cabinets and glass shelves – accent lighting for displays • Cabinets and headboards – decorative and functional lighting • Renovation projects – to replace old 12V halogens without major modifications

Why choose OVAL or MAGNETO? • Dimmability – adjust the ambiance to suit the situation • Modern yet traditional look – low-profile build and clean design • 12V system – safe and easy to install, also in renovation projects • Can be combined with LED strips and controlled with the same controller • Compatible with both wireless and traditional control solutions

Control options: • ON/OFF driver (12V/30W) – traditional on/off • TRIAC dimmable driver (12V/36W) – works with wall dimmers • Wireless control – connect an MLR2 receiver to an ON/OFF driver and control with a K1 or K3S controller

💡 You can run several lights on a single driver – quick connectors for up to six lights are also available.

Good general lighting is the foundation of a functional kitchen. KAJO downlights provide effective and even lighting that suits both new builds and renovation projects.

🔢 How much light do you need?

• For general kitchen lighting, 500–700 lm/m² is recommended • The number of lights depends on the size and color tone of the room • Indirect or accent lighting can be combined with general lighting (e.g. above countertops or in display cabinets)

✅ Easy installation with spring clips. KAJO lights are delivered ready to use, with an integrated LED and driver.

Why choose KAJO downlights?

• Suitable for low ceilings – the lights often fit even suspended ceilings • IP54 rating – safe in humid spaces too (kitchen, utility room, bathroom) • 3-step CCT color temperature selection: 3000K / 4000K / 5000K • Dimmable – compatible with both wall dimmers and wireless controllers • Multiple models and colors – white, black and brushed steel

If you wish, you can get your entire kitchen lighting ready to install from us - pre-assembled according to your wishes.

Our custom-made lights include a pre-assembled LED light in the length of your choice: your chosen LED profile with a pre-installed LED strip, cover, end caps and mounting clips. Easy to install by simply plugging the light into a socket, or an electrician can connect the finished lights directly to the power supply! All you need in addition is a suitably sized driver (or drivers) for your light, and you can also complement your light with dimming. Handmade in Finland to order according to your wishes, delivery time approximately 1-2 weeks - request a quote!

We are happy to help you choose and design your custom-made light – write to us in the chat or call 010 311 2830