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Lighting plays a crucial role in every room, but none relies on it quite as much as the kitchen. It's a room that requires functional lighting, but also blends with softer, more ambient illumination.

Amanda is a home improvement and lifestyle writer with over 10 years of experience. In addition to her writing, you can find Amanda hosting national and local TV segments across the county. Her work ...