Having just remodeled my kitchen, I decided it was time to install some extra lighting.

Searching on Amazon for “kitchen lighting” the search results included these new arrivals. I am glad I chose them.

This particular model from Good Earth is superior to the halogen models for a number of reasons. First, the halogen models shine the lights straight down. You cannot aim them. The result is that you have uneven lighting under your cabinets. Not only is it not very attractive, but, if your eyesight is dimming (as is mine) then the uneven lighting spots under the cabinet can be more of a nuisance than a help.

These units use xenon instead of halogen. The result is that for the same wattage (or amount of electricity), the xenon produces more lumens (light). In addition, this unit is VERY thin (about 1.25″) and us hardly noticeable under the dark cabinets I have in the kitchen. Finally, this fixture has a light diffuser (frosted glass) which tends to reflect the light in even pools under the cabinet, instead of spotting straight down as with the halogen models. Good Earth Lighting, Inc. G9113-WH-I Sunrise Three-Light 20-Watt Halogen Undercabinet Lighting Bar, White

It is easy to wire these in series (link them together). Since they only consume about 20 watts per fixture, I wired four of them together on to a common plug, and, just plug them in. There is a rocker switch so that you can control each panel of light individually.

If I get a chance, I will upload some before and after pictures of the installation in my kitchen.
Rating: 5 / 5