DIY CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE
Is it difficult to install pot lights (recessed lights) in your kitchen if you don’t have attic space above it
My kitchen c.1978. It’s got a light above the sink and another that’s not quite in the middle of the room. If I install the lights, can it be done without wrecking the whole ceiling? Is it something that can be done by a DIY’er? I’ve installed new fixtures before and have basic knowledge of wiring.
can lights are made in a remodel type also. they are very easy to install. the two hardest parts of this are cutting the round holes in without hitting a wood joist and fishing the wire around to all the openings. if you can patch a few minor drywall holes and paint the entire ceiling it looks great when your done.
first use a stud finder and in pencil mark where the studs are located. decide where you want the lights. try to put them in the center between the studs. keep in mind your going to have to get a wire between them so not too far apart. use the template that comes with the remodel type can and mark the ceiling. cut the holes out of the drywall . you now need to fish a wire from your feed to all the holes. install the lights per instructions for the lights. if you have insulation get a recessed light marked IC . if no insulation go with the cheaper light not marked IC . blank off the old lights, paint the ceiling, install the trims on the lights and enjoy.
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