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For some time now, many a homeowner feels they have installed lighting everywhere they could possibly need it: In the closets, over the bathroom sink, over the stove top, and sometimes even in the oven. There are lights for the fish tank, the garage, and even the children's desks. but there is one area that has been in the dark far too long.

How many times have you found yourself looking for a certain pot or pan, but it seems to hide in the shadows? How many times have you looked for the perfect spice, but missed it due to the label being hard to read? And how many times have you been caught with the last square of toilet paper, so you desperately search the bathroom cabinet while trying to stay seated - and the new roll appears to be hiding from you?

Well, a new innovation that has been on the market for a short while is available to you to solve all of these painful experiences, and more: Under-cabinet halogen lighting. This kit is the answer to not seeing well inside your kitchen and/or bathroom cabinets, fumbling around aimlessly for what you need.

If you are interested in solving your lighting needs by yourself, a low voltage system is the way you will want to go. If you want to go with the higher-voltage, it will require the aide of a specialist to help you get the job done right and safely. Low voltage can be installed by any do-it-your-selfer. Another great bonus to a low-voltage system is that is is operated by a remotely controlled wall-mounted switch which looks as good as the permanent system and can be installed in as little as a day.

To begin, you will need a drill, keyhole saw, screwdriver, a wire stripper, a few connecting wires and the lights (with included transformer). Once you have the kit and necessary tools in place, determine the location for each light so that it won't shine in your eyes while you work. Also remember that halogen lights do produce heat, so installing on to wooden cabinets is fine, but keep the lit bulbs away from paper and plastic items

Once you have determined where to install your lights, remember to remove the lens and trim rings from each light. install with screws to underside of your cabinets. Make a note to align the lights bases so they all face the same direction. next, Drill small holes for the wires and feed them towards the power block inside the cabinet. connect wires to power block. now, connect power block to transformer and run a wire to your 120-volt receptacle.

Once the bases are installed, just snap the lens covers onto reflector rings. next, attach the switch anywhere you choose (keep in mind its wireless) by screwing it into the wall, preferably at a stud. Finally, screw the cover plate to the switch housing and your cabinet lighting dilemma over! Congratulations!

Dan Rockington is a remodeling veteran having rehabbed many homes. lighting can be a key element for resale and he recommends the experts at Lofings for all your Sacramento lighting needs.