{"id":749,"date":"2018-01-18T16:15:59","date_gmt":"2018-01-19T00:15:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/?p=749"},"modified":"2023-10-06T10:44:07","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T17:44:07","slug":"recessed-lighting-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/ideas-and-advice\/recessed-lighting-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Recessed Lighting Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Learning About Recessed Lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ready to install some recessed lights? These quick tips can help you avoid common blunders and unnecessary ceiling damage when installing new recessed lighting<\/a> or updating an older system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Tips to Get You Started<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Recessed lights are ideal for task areas. The concentrated light is at its best over counters, inside closets, and above work surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Add extra emphasis to the textures and materials of ceiling accent fixtures with recessed spot lights. Extra light can add sparkle to crystal and increase overall brightness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Don’t attempt to light a whole room using only recessed lighting; the light quality will be too harsh. You need additional sources of light from eye level. Sconces and floor lamps will do the trick.<\/p>\n\n\n

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An example of recessed lighting for non-IC new construction.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

4. Add dimmer switches<\/a>. Recessed fixtures are a source of bright, overhead light; having the ability to soften the mood is priceless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Try not to place recessed lights in a rigid pattern. Strategically locate the light so it highlights an object or architectural feature. Avoid creating an “airport runway effect” that over-lights a room space.<\/p>\n\n\n

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A directional recessed light.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

6. Brighten artwork with directional or gimbal adjustable recessed lighting<\/a>. It is an inconspicuous way to highlight your favorite canvas or hanging piece of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Place recessed lights outside. Architectural features, textures, and landscaping can be enjoyed after sundown with spotlight positioned in the eaves of a home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. When lighting task areas such as a table or in front of a mirror, avoid placing the light right above where you plan to sit or stand. Locate the down-light so the light hits in front of you or try using two directional lights on either side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Directional recessed lighting can brighten the walls of a narrow hallway, making it feel bigger. The fixtures take up minimal space while adding plenty of effect.<\/p>\n\n\n

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An LED retrofit recessed light kit. LED lighting has beneficial uses in recessed lighting.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

10. Try replacing your 35 watt halogen Gu-10 and MR-16 bulbs with a 3 watt LED bulb. You can save energy and increase the interval between bulb replacements. There are even new LED retrofit kits that convert existing recessed housings<\/a> to LED.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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