Recessed lighting, often called canned lighting, is lighting that lies flush with the ceiling. It is low maintenance and effective because these lights can house LED light bulbs. This type of lighting comes in different sizes, which needs to be considered before installing the lighting. Lighting that is too large will make a room overly bright, while not enough lighting can make it hard to see. Bedrooms do not usually need special lighting, such as in an art studio, so basic lighting guidelines apply.
Instructions
1. Consider the size of the ceiling. Small ceilings should have recessed lighting with trims that are 3 to 4 inches in diameter, while large ceilings need larger lights that have a diameter of 6 to 8 inches.
2. Determine how high your ceilings are. The higher the ceiling, the larger the lights should be. Ceilings that are 12 feet high should have lights that are at least 6 inches in diameter, while 8-foot ceilings can get away with 4-inch lights.
3. Compare the two factors to determine the lighting size. For example, if your ceiling is large and high, you will want recessed lighting that is 8 inches in diameter. Ceiling that is low and small needs only 3-inch diameters. If you have something in the middle, such as a low, large ceiling, use 5-inch lights.
4. Position lights 3 feet apart if you have 8-foot ceilings, 4 feet apart for 10-foot ceilings and 5 feet apart for 12-foot ceilings.
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