Installing Recessed Lights In Drop Ceiling

Use a stud finder to make sure the holes do not overlap a joist.

Installing recessed lights in drop ceiling.

This guide will outline the basics of how to install recessed lights in a drop ceiling. Then paint the ceiling and finally install the recessed light trim and lamps photo 12. Installing can lights in a recessed ceiling is easier than ever. Recessed lighting looks great in any room and it is an especially good fit for a space with drop ceilings such as a basement.

Installing recessed lights has become a popular lighting option for rooms with a drop ceiling. Then mark the planned locations before drilling or cutting any holes. 20 to 30 minutes per light. Diy recessed lighting installation in a drop ceiling ceiling tiles part 3 last year when i talked about our diy dvd shelf project i apologized in the post for the terrible lighting in our photos because our basement was so poorly lit.

A recessed light assembly consists of the housing photos 8 and 9 trim photo 12 and lamp. Install extra wire supports over the tile to help hold the lights one wire for each of the four corners of the tile. Use the template provided with your light kit to draw the outline for each opening. Whether you re installing recessed lights in new construction or remodeling a room first plan your light placement.

For more lighting tips see our lighting and ceiling f. You simply remove the section of ceiling tile trace and cut the light pattern out then wire. Recessed lights look sleek and illuminate brightly without sacrificing any headroom. Make sure to install them with the grid of the ceiling supporting the weight of the light.

Follow the instructions included with your recessed light for exact installation procedures. Whether installing a new drop ceiling or mounting the recessed lights in an existing ceiling you need to address the electrical requirements of the lights and the additional support that each recessed light fixture will require.