Adding Recessed Lighting To Existing Ceiling

Position a stepladder beneath the existing ceiling light and remove the unit s globe and light bulbs then loosen the mounting nuts and pull down the existing fixture.

Adding recessed lighting to existing ceiling.

2 once you have settled on the location of your lights remove the paper template from the recessed can packaging. Make sure the cable you use is the same gauge as the one powering the existing fixture. Adding a light to a circuit an end of run fixture is one that goes after the existing fixture in the circuit. Slip the can s box into the hole and then push the can body up into the hole until its flange is tight to the ceiling.

To power your new can lights find an existing receptacle or switch box that contains a hot wire on a suitable circuit. When installing recessed lighting in an existing ceiling a hole is cut in the ceiling that exactly fits the profile of a special remodeling can to keep from damaging the surrounding drywall. Insert the recessed light trim up onto the recessed light housing and. Trace the circle onto the ceiling in every location where you will be installing a light.

Have more questions about hvac projects around your home. Choose a place for the fixture install an electrical box and run a cable between the new fixture and the existing one. Insert the remodel recessed light housing up into the ceiling until the tabs on the side click or snap in place to hold it up. Reach through the recessed light holes to drill through joists that aren t accessible from the slot in the ceiling.

Remove the wire nuts from the. You can also make a small hole in the ceiling and insert an un bent coat hanger into the ceiling to feel for any obstructions. Most models of recessed lighting housing have four clips that clamp the can to the ceiling by pushing down on top of the drywall.