I can't fit those big recessed lights I only have about 3.5" of height clearance between the drywall / ceiling and the angled roof. Is there a way to get recessed light or maybe use cabinet lights but they are really tiny.
BE CAREFUL WITH INSULATION GETTING TOO CLOSE TO THE FIXTURE! The recessed housing used in this video is "NON-IC". You'll want to make sure the insulation is at least 3" clear of the housing to avoid fire. Otherwise, pay a few dollars more for an IC rated housing and use that. It's a little larger with a metal box but allows you to cover the fixture with insulation.
@EvanQuinn07 The general rule is to divide the height of the room's ceiling by two to determine how far apart to space the recessed lights. So, if your room has an 8 ft ceiling, you should space your recessed lights about 4 ft apart. However, you really may want to adjust that depending on how much natural light you have, the type of light bulbs you use, and what the purpose is.
I installed three can ligths with two three way switch, o when I turn them on one of the light come on first and the other two have a delay of about half of sec. what could be the problem?
i have a question, i have a rather small kitchen with a single light fixture, i wanna add four can lights in my kitchen to update it, can i run em off the power source of the one fixture?
@guynaz928 How many watts does your existing light fixture draw? For example, if you're existing fixture uses five 100-watt bulbs, that is a total capacity of 500 watts: so you can safely install 500 watts worth of recessed lights. If that covers your four cans, you'll be fine! If you plan to add more watts than the existing light fixture used, you should consult an electrician so you don't overload the circuit.
I don't recommend a single daisy chain for all of the recessed lighting in one area, unless it's just two or three cans. this application would've been better off with two daisy chain runs. I like two-screw cable clamps myself. MC wouldn't have been required for the circuit because the house is a "remodel", not "new construction"... unless the inspector wanted to be a dick.
Yeah, 14awg isn't recommend if this is going to be a high use lighting circuit, which it will be!
Couple of comments. First, the other wiring in the attic is done in MC cable, this might be a code requirement for the area. Second, the can light comes with a built in clip to hold the wires, no connector is required. Using the 'push-n-pray' wire connectors will definately come back to haunt you someday. Use wirenuts. Third, don't use #14 wire for anything.
@MasterSparkEE All True, I always use #12 and #12-3 for three ways, I was taught that way. I have three years working in the profession (21) and I'm still learning.
I have a 12x15 living room with a 8 ft ceiling. I decided to install six 4 inch high hats with R20 45w bulbs. I found my centerline of the room and marked that as my first row. I then found the next 2 centerlines of the other 2 remaining halves of the room and got my 2nd and 3rd rows. The width of the room is 12 feet. How far from the wall should my 1st hight hat be postioned? btw they will be rows of two.
I'm just curious to know when I installed my recessed lights the instructions said to not put insulation within 3 inches of the can. How the heck would I insulate the can so no downdraft is present?
You must buy an IC canister if there is going to be insulation present near the fixture. Non-IC canisters are for places where insulation will not/cannot come in contact with the fixture.
Insulation is rated by thermal resistance called R-Value. Depending on the type of insualtion used, it will have a different R-value per inch of depth. Most areas in the U.S. require R-Values of somewhere between R-38 and R-49. I think her attic had loose fiberglass which has an R-Value per inch of about 2.5. So if the depth of insualtion currently there was 5 inches, that would be an R-Value of 5X2.5=12.5.
Thanks for the info mars0282. I have the same loose insulation in my attic. Is it necessary to add more insulation? If so, and I lay the insulation ontop of the fixutures, could there be a fire issue with the heat eminating from the fixtures?
There is nothing wrong with having loose insulation, it depends on the amount of it that you have and how compressed it has become over the years. If you have an older home chances are you could probably use some more. How much depends on your current R-Value. As your attic is currently insulated the fixtures in place should be meant to come in direct contact with insulation. With the current tax benefits you may want to call an expert to come blow more insulation into your attic b4 winter.
Looks like the can is sticking out above to attic floor. What if you want to finish the attic, and how would you lay the floor if the lights are an inch above it?
some of us are a little wiser, and know better than to crawl around in an attic with shorts and a t- shirt. but dont worry buddy, youll get there one day. you just need more vitamins in your diet.
Mr/s ptrollan - The suit is to protect the skin from the insulation, which is very itchy on contact with bare skin. The mask prevents you from inhaling it. Do some research b4 U make such an idiotic comment.
Just curious though: what what do we do if we have no access to the space above the kitchen at all? like between the kitchen's ceiling and the floor of the second floor?
Use a shallow remodel construction can fishing line to run your wires. You may need an adaptor for your drill. The trims should be a snap, I post a video response
I can't fit those big recessed lights I only have about 3.5" of height clearance between the drywall / ceiling and the angled roof. Is there a way to get recessed light or maybe use cabinet lights but they are really tiny.
MeliaEsperas 1 month ago
This is easy if you have attick... what about if you have "Second" floor up there how do you set up those lights??
Senchy85 1 month ago
BE CAREFUL WITH INSULATION GETTING TOO CLOSE TO THE FIXTURE! The recessed housing used in this video is "NON-IC". You'll want to make sure the insulation is at least 3" clear of the housing to avoid fire. Otherwise, pay a few dollars more for an IC rated housing and use that. It's a little larger with a metal box but allows you to cover the fixture with insulation.
SwankyCub 4 months ago
DIY my arse!!!!
Skriptures17 10 months ago 6
what or IS there a good rule of thumb in placing can lights (how far apart and how many in a room?) IF you don't have aplan to follow?
EvanQuinn07 1 year ago
@EvanQuinn07 The general rule is to divide the height of the room's ceiling by two to determine how far apart to space the recessed lights. So, if your room has an 8 ft ceiling, you should space your recessed lights about 4 ft apart. However, you really may want to adjust that depending on how much natural light you have, the type of light bulbs you use, and what the purpose is.
PegasusLighting 10 months ago
Great looking gal! Way to go, Ryan!
dmancasa 1 year ago
New DIY paint and wallpaper tools:wall shuttle
wallshuttle 1 year ago
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I installed three can ligths with two three way switch, o when I turn them on one of the light come on first and the other two have a delay of about half of sec. what could be the problem?
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1endallas 1 year ago
i have a question, i have a rather small kitchen with a single light fixture, i wanna add four can lights in my kitchen to update it, can i run em off the power source of the one fixture?
guynaz928 2 years ago
@guynaz928 How many watts does your existing light fixture draw? For example, if you're existing fixture uses five 100-watt bulbs, that is a total capacity of 500 watts: so you can safely install 500 watts worth of recessed lights. If that covers your four cans, you'll be fine! If you plan to add more watts than the existing light fixture used, you should consult an electrician so you don't overload the circuit.
PegasusLighting 10 months ago
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I don't recommend a single daisy chain for all of the recessed lighting in one area, unless it's just two or three cans. this application would've been better off with two daisy chain runs. I like two-screw cable clamps myself. MC wouldn't have been required for the circuit because the house is a "remodel", not "new construction"... unless the inspector wanted to be a dick.
Yeah, 14awg isn't recommend if this is going to be a high use lighting circuit, which it will be!
theonlysail 2 years ago
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theonlysail 2 years ago
Couple of comments. First, the other wiring in the attic is done in MC cable, this might be a code requirement for the area. Second, the can light comes with a built in clip to hold the wires, no connector is required. Using the 'push-n-pray' wire connectors will definately come back to haunt you someday. Use wirenuts. Third, don't use #14 wire for anything.
I do like the bunny suit.
MasterSparkEE 2 years ago
@MasterSparkEE All True, I always use #12 and #12-3 for three ways, I was taught that way. I have three years working in the profession (21) and I'm still learning.
elboss1012 1 year ago
Fine video but my question is this, how do you run a line down to the kitchen to turn them off?
matrixmaster79 2 years ago
I have a 12x15 living room with a 8 ft ceiling. I decided to install six 4 inch high hats with R20 45w bulbs. I found my centerline of the room and marked that as my first row. I then found the next 2 centerlines of the other 2 remaining halves of the room and got my 2nd and 3rd rows. The width of the room is 12 feet. How far from the wall should my 1st hight hat be postioned? btw they will be rows of two.
antzag03 2 years ago
I'm just curious to know when I installed my recessed lights the instructions said to not put insulation within 3 inches of the can. How the heck would I insulate the can so no downdraft is present?
FatChevy7 2 years ago
You must buy an IC canister if there is going to be insulation present near the fixture. Non-IC canisters are for places where insulation will not/cannot come in contact with the fixture.
tyler9613 2 years ago
Why did he need to install additional insulation?
kasanj 2 years ago
Insulation is rated by thermal resistance called R-Value. Depending on the type of insualtion used, it will have a different R-value per inch of depth. Most areas in the U.S. require R-Values of somewhere between R-38 and R-49. I think her attic had loose fiberglass which has an R-Value per inch of about 2.5. So if the depth of insualtion currently there was 5 inches, that would be an R-Value of 5X2.5=12.5.
mars0282 2 years ago
So more insulation needs to be added to achieve the R-Value of 38-49. So, the net is, this has nothing to do with the lights themselves.
mars0282 2 years ago
Thanks for the info mars0282. I have the same loose insulation in my attic. Is it necessary to add more insulation? If so, and I lay the insulation ontop of the fixutures, could there be a fire issue with the heat eminating from the fixtures?
medsale1 2 years ago
There is nothing wrong with having loose insulation, it depends on the amount of it that you have and how compressed it has become over the years. If you have an older home chances are you could probably use some more. How much depends on your current R-Value. As your attic is currently insulated the fixtures in place should be meant to come in direct contact with insulation. With the current tax benefits you may want to call an expert to come blow more insulation into your attic b4 winter.
mars0282 2 years ago
Looks like the can is sticking out above to attic floor. What if you want to finish the attic, and how would you lay the floor if the lights are an inch above it?
lukasz20 2 years ago
They make narrower boxes. Check your local Home Depot...
tyler9613 2 years ago
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ptrollan 2 years ago
some of us are a little wiser, and know better than to crawl around in an attic with shorts and a t- shirt. but dont worry buddy, youll get there one day. you just need more vitamins in your diet.
hotheroe 2 years ago 3
Mr/s ptrollan - The suit is to protect the skin from the insulation, which is very itchy on contact with bare skin. The mask prevents you from inhaling it. Do some research b4 U make such an idiotic comment.
chinaboyzz 2 years ago
Just curious though: what what do we do if we have no access to the space above the kitchen at all? like between the kitchen's ceiling and the floor of the second floor?
rfan 2 years ago
Use a shallow remodel construction can fishing line to run your wires. You may need an adaptor for your drill. The trims should be a snap, I post a video response
so you can see. Hope that helps!
LightsandLanterns 2 years ago
Deb was kinda hot.
miahdavis 2 years ago 2
deb was definitely hot. she needs to apply for more remodel work to be done at her home on tv ;o)
hotheroe 2 years ago
Good video.
gogolusa 2 years ago