Where to place recessed lights

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a kitchen with wooden cabinets and white lettering that says how to place recessed lighting in a kitchen

It’s incredibly inconvenient when you’re trying to work in your kitchen, and there isn’t enough light. Whether you’re chopping vegetables or scrubbing pots, you want to be able to see what you’re doing. This is why optimizing your kitchen lighting is essential. Recessed lighting is a popular choice, but how exactly should you place the […]

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When planning your lighting in a new space, recessed lighting is always a solid option to ensure your space is getting enough light. Kitchens, for example, require more lighting versus other areas inside your home. We’ve created a guide to help you think through how to place your recessed lighting correctly in your home. Kitchen Kitchens need to provide a lot of light for your work space, and in here, it’s ok to have extra lighting. You want to make sure you are properly placing your…

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Electrical work seems scary for any weekend DIY-er. It's inherently daunting, because it's not a project that many of us know much about or even want to tackle. However, once you learn how to plan

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7 Common Home Lighting Mistakes. If the lighting in your home feels “off,” try looking for these common errors.

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how to choose the right recessed lighting

Lighting sets the mood for your home, adding warmth and charm. Recessed lights, also known as downlights or pot lights, are popular for their clean, finished look. Picking the right recessed lighting is a big decision, and we’ve done the legwork to help you make the best choice Changing or adding lighting can create a […]

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The lighting you choose to install in your home will have a huge impact on how your living space will look and feel. If practicality is your main concern, then recessed lighting is probably the best option. However, even when you narrow down your choice and decide on recessed lighting, there are still a couple of different types you can use. Two of the most popular types are can and wafer lights.

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a large kitchen with white cabinets and black counter tops

We are currently under construction in our new home. I would like advice on where to place the recessed lighting in the kitchen. The photos show where the recessed lights are currently located. The pendants were installed after the recessed lights were installed & it is obvious the right recesse...

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Recessed lighting placement formulas. Here are the formulas for calculating the placement of your lights, as well as a free calculator that does it for you!

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a kitchen with white counter tops and green lettering that says how far should you recessed lights be from cabinets?

There's no definitive answer to this question, as it depends on the size and layout of your kitchen. However, as a general rule of thumb, recessed lights should be placed approximately 24 inches apart.

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Recessed lights are used in most remodeling and new construction these days and the options are endless. When you get your lighting layout correct, the budget busting recessed can lights are just a part of the overall plan and I'll show you how!

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