Installing Pot Lights In Ceiling

Everything you need to know from how to run the wire to how to finish.

Installing pot lights in ceiling.

To install pot lights or recessed lighting you need to locate your beams. Add bulbs and trim. Recessed lights have very low diameter tolerances. No part of a pot light is hanging down or visible when installed properly.

The light fixture is installed above the ceiling light but thin trim might be on top of the ceiling material. Photos 4 7 show methods of drilling and fishing the plastic sheathed cable. Most homes will have pot lights installed in some area. Position the lights step 4.

Make sure you do not snag any wires that may be in the ceiling cavity. Finish up by installing the trims and lamps according to your plan. Recessed lighting most commonly known in canada as pot lights is a light fixture installed right into the ceiling. Choose locations that fall between joists and away from other obstructions.

Do this before cutting the holes for your pot lights downlight or can lights can. Mark the locations for the recessed lights on the ceiling. Cut the holes to tight tolerances. Lay out drop ceiling recessed lights step 2.

If you cut the hole too small it can be difficult to widen the hole without damaging the ceiling. If you cut the ceiling hole even a tiny bit too big the light housing is at risk of slipping through. Wire the lights step 5. Electrical tape step 1.

Insert supports for recessed lighting step 3. If you are interested in installing your own pot lights then this is the video for you. Drill a hole through the drywall ceiling at each light location using a drill and 6 inch diameter hole saw.