How To Fit Under Cupboard Kitchen Lights

How to Fit Under Cupboard Kitchen Lights

Under cupboard kitchen lights are a great way to add extra light to your kitchen, making it easier to see what you're doing when you're cooking or baking. They can also help to create a more inviting and stylish atmosphere in your kitchen.

Fitting under cupboard lights is a relatively simple task that can be completed in a few hours. However, there are a few things you need to keep in mind in order to ensure that the lights are installed correctly and safely.

### Step 1: Gather Your Materials

Before you begin, you will need to gather the following materials:

- Under cupboard lights - Measuring tape - Pencil - Drill - Screwdriver - Spirit level - Electrical wire - Wire connectors - Junction box - Electrical tape ### Step 2: Plan Your Layout

Once you have gathered your materials, you need to plan the layout of your lights. Decide where you want the lights to be placed and how many you will need. It is important to make sure that the lights are evenly spaced and that they will provide adequate lighting for your kitchen.

### Step 3: Mark the Drill Holes

Once you have planned your layout, you need to mark the drill holes for the lights. Use a measuring tape and pencil to mark the location of each drill hole. Make sure that the holes are evenly spaced and that they are large enough to accommodate the wires.

### Step 4: Drill the Holes

Once you have marked the drill holes, you need to drill them. Use a drill bit that is slightly smaller than the diameter of the wires. Drill the holes carefully, making sure not to damage the cupboard.

### Step 5: Feed the Wires Through the Holes

Once you have drilled the holes, you need to feed the wires through them. Strip the ends of the wires and connect them to the wires on the lights. Use wire connectors to secure the connections and then wrap the connections with electrical tape.

### Step 6: Install the Lights

Once the wires are connected, you can install the lights. Place the lights in the holes and secure them with screws. Use a spirit level to make sure that the lights are level.

### Step 7: Connect the Lights to the Electrical Supply

Once the lights are installed, you need to connect them to the electrical supply. Connect the wires from the lights to the wires in the junction box. Use wire connectors to secure the connections and then wrap the connections with electrical tape.

### Step 8: Test the Lights

Once the lights are connected, you need to test them. Turn on the lights and make sure that they are working properly. If any of the lights are not working, check the connections and make sure that the wires are securely connected.

### Tips for Fitting Under Cupboard Kitchen Lights - Use a spirit level to make sure that the lights are level when you install them. This will help to ensure that the lights provide even lighting. - Make sure that the wires are securely connected. Loose connections can cause the lights to flicker or not work at all. - Test the lights before you install them permanently. This will help to ensure that the lights are working properly. - If you are not confident about fitting under cupboard kitchen lights yourself, it is best to hire a qualified electrician to do the job for you.