Recessed Lighting Trim

Recessed lighting is considered by some to be the best lighting available in homes today. Recessed lights are lights that are installed inside the ceiling. No part of them protrudes past the even surface of the ceiling. This offers a clean line that opens up the room without any distractions from light fixtures. They can offer increased lighting while opening up a room to more light. Most houses can accommodate recessed lighting. If you have concrete ceilings or ornate plasterwork on the ceiling, you may want to stick with floor lamps or chandeliers to provide your lighting.

There are a couple things to make sure of if you are installing recessed lights in your own home. You don’t want to put them too close together. The common rule of thumb is if they are 4″ lights, place them 4 feet apart; 6″ lights, six feet apart. Also, don’t put too many in a straight line. It will make it look too straight and cold, not warm and inviting.

One popular place to put recessed lighting is in the kitchen under the cabinets. These lights shed direct light onto the counter tops without having harsh overhead lights. This allows the room to have a cozy look to it, and it draws people into the kitchen. People also use recessed lights to highlight artwork on the wall. By installing a recessed light centered over the artwork and about foot and a half out from the wall, the piece of art will be reflected in the light from the ceiling. This is a nice way to highlight the artwork without the harshness of a floor lamp.

When you install your recessed lights, make sure you know the building codes in your area. Some states require a building permit to install them, while others do not. Make sure you also know about electrical wiring. If you do not, it might be better to rely on a contractor or general electrician to install the lights for you. Also, make sure to match the size of the lights with the size of the room. For a smaller room, such as a hallway or entryway, install the smaller 4″ lights. The 6″ or 8″ might overwhelm that small space. In a living room or den, however, the larger size would be more appropriate. For another special touch, you can even add dimmers to your recessed lights, to add just that extra touch of ambiance.

Whichever you pick, know that you have picked type of recessed lighting that will stay in style for years to come, and that you will enjoy completely. This will add value to your home, for just a little bit of extra time and money, but very little effort.