TASK LIGHTING

LIGHTING STYLE • FUNCTIONAL WORK LIGHTING.

LED TAPE LIGHTING

Task Lighting

Functional work lighting.

Task lighting improves visibility in the areas where specific tasks or activities happen: kitchens, desks, vanities and workspaces. Higher output and high color rendering put clear, accurate light on the work surface.

Where it is used

Under-cabinet kitchen lightingVanities and mirrorsDesks and workspacesBar areasGarages and workshops
Task Lighting with Lighting Leaf LED tape
DESIGN GUIDE

How bright, how warm

Highlighted rows are the typical levels for task lighting.

Brightness level Lumens per foot Typical application Lighting purpose
Low 50-150 lm/ft Toe-kicks, decorative shelves, night lighting Soft accent glow
Medium-Low 150-250 lm/ft Accent coves, wall details, cabinets, display Ambient / accent
Medium 180-350 lm/ft Under-cabinet kitchen lighting, bar areas Functional accent / task
Medium-High 350-450 lm/ft Workspaces, vanities, garages, task lighting Strong task illumination
High 400-600+ lm/ft Primary room lighting General illumination

Color temperature: 4000K for balanced, neutral work light; 5000K for alert focus. 3000K is common for kitchens. Use tunable white at the vanity.

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS

Best series for task lighting

IC Infinite Cut Series

IC-24NB301.5 • 178 lm/ft • cut anywhere
Cuttable anywhere, flawless everywhere. Perfect fit for toe-kicks, stairs and cabinet interiors.

Datasheet (PDF)

E-Series Efficient

E-24NBXX1.5 • 150 lm/ft • IP67 available
General use accent light for subtle accents, under-cabinet and decorative lighting.

Datasheet (PDF)

D-Series Definition NB

D-24NBXX4.4 • 360 lm/ft • 95+ CRI
True vibrant color and high lumen output with superior color rendering.

Datasheet (PDF)

D-Series Definition SB

D-24SBXX5.0 • 605 lm/ft • 95+ CRI
Super bright, high color rendering light for premium work surfaces.

Datasheet (PDF)

Radiance CCT with PhosCoreâ„¢

R-24CCT4.4 • 150 lm/ft • 2700-6000K
Seamless tunable white with 90+ CRI. Circadian-supportive, color-accurate light.

Datasheet (PDF)

See every series side by side in the LED Tape Series Guide or the 2026 Product Catalog.

PRO TIPS

Design tips

Under-cabinet

IC or E-Series at 3000K, 150-178 lm/ft: low-profile and efficient.
Vanity and mirror

Radiance CCT, 2700-6000K with 90+ CRI for color-accurate grooming.
Wet areas

Choose an IP67 version for bath, kitchen splash and exterior areas.

Build a complete system. Don’t leave components off the bid.

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Other lighting styles: Accent Lighting  |  Ambient Lighting

For professional installers and authorized dealers. Lighting Leaf products are sold only through authorized partners. We do not sell to or support DIY installation.