What do you guys think of the dimmer option - is it worth the extra money - for under cabinet use
619125
I like that it gives you four different preset light levels, but you can always add it later
619126
I bought the dimmer option when I had my kitchen renovated 2 years ago. I haven't used it yet. If I had it to do over, I wouldn't bother getting it.
619127
not sure what dimmer option you are referring to. the control has 3 settings that were included. I actually leave mine on the dimmest setting at all times. love these lights and would definately buy again.
619128
For me it was. I use it on the lowest setting most of the time for ambiance lighting, but it's nice to be able to quickly crank it up and down for cooking and/or parties.
619129
We have dark counter tops so we usually leave the lights on the highest setting but with lighter counters or bright cabinets, you would likely want to dim them as they are very bright so in that case, it would be worth having the dimmer capability.
1331626
Sorry I haven't responded sooner but i dont check my mail everyday, the manufactor does not recommend installing a dimmer on this.
1813020
I combined enough 2' sections to back light 18, continuous feet above my kitchen cabinets and control from a single power source and remote controller. I've not noticed any excessive heat on the transformer from extra sections. I can't say however, if there is less lumens due to the additional load as I dim the contoller to the max for muted lighting. My advice is lay the connected sections out on the floor to test. I have LED lighting above and below my cabinets and couldn't be happier! I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by the effectiveness of this lighting. Good luck. John
73380
I think you could dim it from the switch also.... I know you could from the dimmer, however I did away with these type switches.....they started coming on by themselves. I went with the heavy duty models and never had any more trouble.
39294
No problem working with a dimmer. I love the light but will caution they have a disappointingly short life for the price.
984746
I'd say marginal for an entryway unless your walls are painted a light color. I have it in my daughter's bedroom and is barely enough with dark walls. Also, don't plan on a dimmer unless you're ok with the buzzing sound. A bit of a challenge assembling and tightening nuts on all of the coiled crystal arms. Does look nice, but not so sure I would repeat the purchase.
202030
We installed a dimmer switch that allows us to dim it. I think it's perfect when it's dimmer because it allows us to have a little light but also looks wonderful.
882981
It works well for our master bedroom! Also note that the light dims! It's not listed in the manual or on this listing (from what I recall), but if you hold down the 'on' button on the remote, you can control it. It makes me wonder if some people perhaps do not know that and have the light more dim than it can be. Then again, some people like it really bright and I suppose it also depends on what room you plan to have it in!
1519817
Is there a recommended dimmer switch that I can buy in Amazon itself ? Thanks in advance.
1922578
Yes, with a phase adaptive dimmer. I have not tried to dim with a standard over the counter dimmer. Possibly a Lutron CL dimmer would work if you have a minimum amount of watts.
208951
My personal thought would be to go with the "whiter" 3000k. If you put a dimmer on the switch, it really won't be an issue as the brightness will be adjustable.
1204923
It depends on how much light you want. The cords between lights are plenty long (3 feet). We placed a light under each of our 18 inch cabinets which makes it very bright when they are on full power. We could have gone with every other cabinet for a warmer feel (which we get with the low setting on the dimmer).
1690405
My husband says any fixture can have a dimmer switch attached to it. He says the only requirement for using a dimmer is that you need to pick out the right bulbs for it (ones that allow dimmers). Also, some fixtures may "buzz" a bit with dimmers, and the noise depends on the switch and the bulbs that you purchase. We don't have a dimmer switch attached to these two Progress Lighting fixtures we bought, but we hung them with the bulbs down and used LED lights in them - and we are very pleased with them. We've had them for almost a year now. They look great, light up the room well, and with LED bulbs, they use a lot less energy. (We have dimmers on other fixtures and get a quiet buzzing on a couple of those; we hardly notice the sound when we dim them though.) Good luck!
1566524
Yes. That's what I had were fluorescent under cabinet lights and installed them in same location. Also, these led lights are dimmable so if you want to dim them, you will need a led dimmable switch. Howe we, you don't have to dim them.
1668224
Yes definitely. We have ours on a dimmer, it does get bright when up all the way.
208950
The lights actually work well with the dimmer. They will dim and brighten though the entire spectrum. But, when on the dimmest setting the lights will "creep" back up to about half brightness and then stop. I had blamed it on the dimmer switch that I got from HD. But it may be the lights themselves. That issue may be a problem inherent to LED lights (at least the current generation of them). I have not seen any other reviewers with this issue so it may just be the dimmer (or the installer) LOL. Even so, I'm thinking the pros out weigh the cons (economical, long lasting , bright and easy of install (I really like handy little spring clips that secure it to the ceiling =) ). Hope this helps. The lights actually work well with the dimmer. They will dim and brighten though the entire spectrum. But, when on the dimmest setting the lights will "creep" back up to about half brightness and then stop. I had blamed it on the dimmer switch that I got from HD. But it may be the lights themselves. That issue may be a problem inherent to LED lights (at least the current generation of them). I have not seen any other reviewers with this issue so it may just be the dimmer (or the installer) LOL. Even so, I'm thinking the pros out weigh the cons (economical, long lasting , bright... » Read More The lights actually work well with the dimmer. They will dim and brighten though the entire spectrum. But, when on the dimmest setting the lights will "creep" back up to about half brightness and then stop. I had blamed it on the dimmer switch that I got from HD. But it may be the lights themselves. That issue may be a problem inherent to LED lights (at least the current generation of them). I have not seen any other reviewers with this issue so it may just be the dimmer (or the installer) LOL. Even so, I'm thinking the pros out weigh the cons (economical, long lasting , bright and easy of install (I really like handy little spring clips that secure it to the ceiling =) ). Hope this helps. « Show Less
972740
I do not have a dimmer so could not answer this. I purchased 3 of these and 3 of the Cree and liked the Philips much better.