LED Recessed Lights

What you should know about recessed lighting and how to select the best fit for your application

Recessed lighting is without a doubt one of the most practical and functional upgrades you can make to your house or business. Recessed lighting is also known as downlighting or can lighting, is designed to be flush with the surface where it is installed (usually the ceiling). These lights are adaptable and can be used in a variety of settings. LED recessed lighting is the most common type of architectural lighting on the market today, and it's one of the easiest methods to modernize an existing space quickly. As LED recessed lighting suppliers, we're seeing it used sas much in new construction as in retrofit applications.

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What are Recessed Downlights?

LED Downlights are lights that usually have been recessed into a ceiling and are designed to illuminate downwards. They are ideal to illuminate any kind of place where a distinctive lighting touch is needed (living areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, lounges, and even underneath benches and cabinetry). A simple 9W LED Downlight can replace a 40W CFL and even a 100W Incandescent! All you need is enough room to put the housing. Some LED ceiling light fixtures are dimmable. They are sometimes referred to as recessed lights, pot lights, or can lights. The LED downlights can shine down broadly to light up a whole area or narrowly like a spotlight. When it comes to looks, they provide a modern appearance to the room. Our LED downlights are clear, streamlined, and great if you don't want a pendant or a bulky light fixture in the room.

Recessed Downlights: When and Where to Use Them

In both indoor and outdoor applications, recessed lighting can provide a variety of lighting effects. For spaces with little ceiling space or where a large fixture would be intrusive, recessed downlights are the ideal option. When used in conjunction with other fixtures such as pendants and under cabinet lighting, recessed downlights may provide excellent task lighting as well as ambient light for any room. Recessed lights are perfect for hallways and corridors, they can be paired with sconces or step lights because of their small size. Outdoor-rated downlight fixtures can illuminate porches, patios, soffits, and other outdoor places such as gazebos, galleries and corridors.
We offer several LED alternatives to select from, whether you're trying to save money by retrofitting or going with an entirely new scheme. Choosing the correct fixture for your application can be difficult with so many sizes, styles, finishes, and special features to choose from. With this guidance, you'll be able to figure out which low-profile fixture is right for your application.

Choosing the Most Appropriate Recessed Lighting

In order to select the suitable fixture for new construction or remodel projects, numerous criteria must be considered, including function, operation, and spatial arrangement (more on that later). A recessed light is often defined by three primary components: housing, trim style, and lamp type (in this case, LED). Many LED recessed fixtures are now available as a 'kit,' which includes the housing, trim, and LED module all in one handy package. Recessed lighting kits are available in a variety of sizes and styles. The most common type of kit is the line voltage kit, which uses 120 volts, but some commercial applications may be powered with 220 or 347 Volts. A driver is used to lower the voltage in low voltage kits. The driver can be integrated into the fixture or stand-alone. LED retrofit kits, as previously mentioned, allow you to convert traditional recessed lights to LED while keeping the original housing, usually called a can.

When choosing the correct LED fixture, there are several factors to consider, including size, trim, and color temperature. However, the first decision you'll have to make is whether to replace old fixtures with new ones and save money by retrofitting. Removing the original bulb and trim and putting in an LED module adapter into the socket is typically all that is required to install an LED conversion kit into existing housing. LEDs will typically save 85 percent more energy than incandescent bulbs, and they will also emit significantly less heat, thus reducing the cost of A/C. LEDs are almost maintenance-free since they have a considerably longer lifespan than traditional bulbs, normally more than ten times longer. Measuring the diameter of your existing cut-out, excluding the trim, is a simple way to determine the size (the visible portion of the fixture). Many of today's models may be used in new construction as well as retrofit applications, providing you even more alternatives.
The housing is the section of the downlight fixture that is hidden above the ceiling and encloses all of the downlight fixture's components. As previously stated, the housing can be a separate component or it can be included in the entire fixture. New construction housing is utilized in new construction or remodel applications, either before or after the ceiling is built. Insulated housings (IC rated) allow the recessed light to come into direct touch with the insulation above the ceiling. A minimum of 3 inches of space from the insulation is required for non-IC housing. The air movement between the unconditioned space above (typically the attic) and the conditioned room below is reduced by airtight (AT) certified recessed lights, which can be IC or non-IC rated. This is important for saving money on heating and cooling as well as reducing moisture concerns. The majority of today's LED recessed fixtures feature both IC and AT ratings.

Ultra thin LED Recessed Panels

Ultra thin LED downlights don't require any housing. These fittings, which range in size from 3 to 12 inches, are ideal for ceilings with a shallow plenum (the space that allows for air circulation for heating and cooling). Because of their small size, they may be installed in tight spaces like under overhangs and eaves, as well as directly under joists for maximum arrangement freedom. Not only is housing not necessary, but you also don't need access to the above ceiling for installation because many are only a half-inch thick. LED downlights that are very thin and ultra-thin are IC rated, which means they emit very little heat and don't require a gap between the fixture and the insulation. As a result, they can be used in both new and renovation projects.

These ultra-thin LED recessed Lights are very easy to install, simply cut a hole in the ceiling and snap the fixture into place with the accompanying spring clips, eliminating the need for housing. Once the hole is cut, installation takes only a few minutes, and they're perfect for store ceilings, hallways, bedrooms, living rooms, and kitchens. You also get all of the advantages from LED lighting, such as a longer lifespan, lower maintenance expenses, and lower energy use. Most thin panels have a separate remote driver box, while others are all in one. You'll find extensive instructions once you select a product from our catalog.

Lighting Color Temperature and Dimming

Color temperature and intensity can all have an impact on your area, making it a place where you'll genuinely want to spend time. We have various LED recessed lights that are white color-tunable 2700K, 3000K, 4000K or 5000K and dimmable with a regular "triac" dimmer, thus no need for additional wiring is required.

Size, Layout and Spacing

The size of your fixture will be determined by the height of your ceiling, the purpose and the square footage of the room. Keep in mind that when it comes to fixture placement personal taste and design aesthetic can occasionally suffice. One recessed light for every 4 to 6 feet of ceiling space is a popular rule of thumb. Fixtures should typically be 24 inches away from a wall or cabinet, with 2 to 5 feet between them. Keep in mind that you won't need as much light in a bedroom as you would in a kitchen and much more for a retail area. The height of the ceiling is very important to determine the number of fixtures and the lumens that each fixture provides.

Residential recessed downlights are typically 4 to 7 inches in diameter. A 6-inch fixture is the most common size. As a result, there are frequently more 6-inch varieties to pick from. Larger diameters, usually 6 inches or more, are often required for higher ceilings. In general, the larger the diameter of your fixture, the larger the light wash it produces. For commercial use, most of the lights will be 6, 8 or sometimes 10 inches.

6-inch lights are perfect for providing light above counters with ample output. When installing recessed lighting in a kitchen, pay special attention to regions not illuminated by other fixtures such as pendants or under cabinet lighting. Consider where your high-traffic locations are located and concentrate your lighting efforts there. A single row of suitably placed downlights will boost your ambient lighting strategy in galley-style kitchens or walks around an island. A grid design might be your best option for even illumination throughout a wall-to-wall kitchen with nothing in the middle.

When determining spacing, install downlight fixtures at least 2 feet away from walls and cabinets to minimize a spotlight effect on vertical surfaces. Too much space, on the other hand, can result in shadows all over the room. Use a dimmer for better lighting control.

Retrofit Kits for LED Recessed Lighting

LED conversion kits for recessed lighting can be put into existing fixtures by removing the original bulb and trimming it before fitting in an LED module adaptor. You can quickly update your present plan into a more efficient and powerful option for your business or home with our led retrofit kits for recessed lighting.

With all these variables, how do I know what I need?

When shopping for led retrofit recessed can lights, you should think about the type of bulb as well as the wattage to find the ideal match. For example, we have LED retrofits that replace 60W and 80W incandescent lamps, as well as 50W to 90W halogen lamps. When selecting an LED counterpart for your fixture, you'll have a range of wattage options ranging from 8W to 15W, depending on model characteristics. As a rule of thumb, each watt of LED light fixture equals 8 to 10 watts of incandescent or halogen bulb. Regardless of which wattage is best for your space and fixture type, you can rest confident that each option is a high-performing solution that will let you modernize your fixtures with the power of LED.

Advantages of Retrofit LED Recessed Lights

Retrofitting recessed lights is a more convenient and cost-effective option than replacing the entire recessed lighting fixture. Retrofitting recessed lights can be as simple as changing a light bulb in some cases. If the trims match the ceiling or if the ceiling was painted after the installation, sometimes removing the old fixtures will damage the paint, in this case retrofitting would be a better option to avoid re-painting.

LEDs used in recessed lighting retrofit kits have progressed to the point where there are no disadvantages of LED technology. Color rendering, color temperature, and light output are all significantly improved compared to wattage used qith incandescent or halogen lighting.

LED can light retrofits have a substantially longer lifespan than other varieties, which means they need to be replaced less frequently. This is especially crucial when it comes to ceiling lighting, where the fixtures may be difficult to reach.

Although LED lighting is more expensive at the time of purchase, the savings are more than offset over time due to the fact that they use far less energy than traditional lights. Over time, this saves money on utility bills. They are also more efficient, emitting much less heat.

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