Choose locations that fall between joists and away from other obstructions.
Installing pot lights in ceiling.
Most homes will have pot lights installed in some area.
If you cut the ceiling hole even a tiny bit too big the light housing is at risk of slipping through.
Cut the hole with a drill with a hole cutting attachment and mark all light locations.
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.
Lay out drop ceiling recessed lights step 2.
Recessed lights have very low diameter tolerances.
If you cut the hole too small it can be difficult to widen the hole without damaging the ceiling.
Make sure you do not snag any wires that may be in the ceiling cavity.
Drill a hole through the drywall ceiling at each light location using a drill and 6 inch diameter hole saw.
Everything you need to know from how to run the wire to how to finish.
Select cable according to the circuit rating 14 gauge for 15 amp and 12 gauge for 20 amp.
To install pot lights or recessed lighting you need to locate your beams.
Add bulbs and trim.
Mark the locations for the recessed lights on the ceiling.
No part of a pot light is hanging down or visible when installed properly.
Finish up by installing the trims and lamps according to your plan.
Wire the lights step 5.
Insert supports for recessed lighting step 3.
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Position the lights step 4.
Do this before cutting the holes for your pot lights downlight or can lights can.
Cut the holes to tight tolerances.