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Kitchen Lighting Options for Under $1,500

In this video, former remodeling contractor David Lupberger reviews a concept called 3 layers of lighting. When upgrading your kitchen lighting, keep in mind that you save money not on fixtures, but on the fixture location. You should aim to incorporate three layers of lighting with recessed cans, under cabinet lighting and pendant or ceiling mounts.

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