Wiring for under counter lights

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Old 12-28-2010, 06:44 AM
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Has anyone added a switched outlet above their cabinets for under counter lighting? The way I see it it would take a switch mounted on the formica back-splash which would be wired to an outlet above the cabinets. If anyone has installed this set up I would appreciate knowing any problems or warnings. Thanks.
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Old 12-28-2010, 07:10 AM
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if you have an over the stove microwave thats a good scource where it plugs in. then wire the lights from there. the wires will be nicely hidden in the cabinets.
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Old 12-28-2010, 10:28 PM
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We had that done by Lenart Electrical along with under the cupboard lighting. turned out great and was quite reasonable. He used an existing outlet and turned the top plug into a switch that operates the lights above the cupboards. you could always call lenart for an estimate and see what they say about how to do it yourself - but you might be surprised that after you buy all the lights, wiring and time, it's not going to be much more that a diy project.
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Old 12-29-2010, 08:52 AM
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The man you might want to speak to about lights under the counter is TOTV's own RichieLion. He had it done and it looks super.
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