Flip vs. Rental Guidance
The same core technical specification applies. Decorative pendant or island fixtures may be used where the design warrants them, but they are supplemental.
What Matters for an Investment Property
- Adequate kitchen illumination
- High-quality color rendering
- Appropriate color temperature
- Dimming
- Simple, broadly appealing design
Investor Spec Requirements
- Integrated LED
- 90+ CRI
- Selectable CCT preferred
- 3000K–3500K default
- Dimmable
- Neutral, low-profile design
- Damp-rated preferred
- UL, ETL, or equivalent listing
- Output sized appropriately to kitchen
Qualifying options
Recommended Products
Commercial Electric 24-inch Selectable-CCT LED Flush Mount
1600 lumens · Adjustable CCT · Dimmable
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Supporting Products
Lutron MACL-153MR-WH LED+ Dimmer
LED-compatible dimmer for suitable fixtures and wiring configurations.
View at RetailerLeviton GFTR1 GFCI Receptacle
White tamper-resistant GFCI receptacle for locations where required.
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