Wiring Recessed Lights In Existing Ceiling

Run electrical cable through the ceiling from the recessed light hole over to the light switch hole.

Wiring recessed lights in existing ceiling.

I like to use the term daisy chain. Watch the entire process step by step. However make sure that you don t tighten down any covers or install light bulbs until you finish the wiring. Determine a plan for laying out your recessed lighting and install the recessed lights into the ceiling.

From above the ceiling find the existing electrical cable that comes from the wall switch and connect it to the new cable strung between the recessed lights. Most models of recessed lighting housing have four clips that clamp the can to the ceiling by pushing down on top of the drywall. If you re just adding one the wires in the pigtail include the live circuit wire the wire going to the new fixture and the wire from the existing fixture. Pull the clips in so they do not protrude outside the can.

Measure the ceiling hole to determine the size housing and trim you need. This video will show you how to wire a series of recessed light in your ceiling. Measure the distance between the electrical junction boxes attached to the recessed lighting fixtures and add at least 18 inches to the measurement. Reach through the recessed light holes to drill through joists that aren t accessible from the slot in the ceiling.

Pull the end of the cable out of the wall by 6 inches with fish tape. What s above the ceiling. Before creating the pigtail or doing any electrical wiring in general it s important to make sure the electricity is off. Be sure to attach the box cover after making the wire connections.

Step 3 cut lengths of electrical wire take your tape measure and measure the distances between the recessed lighting. Turn off the breaker controlling the existing fixture. Make the wire connections inside a new metal junction box. To power your new can lights find an existing receptacle or switch box that contains a hot wire on a suitable circuit.

Recessed lights with baffle trim provide a full wide beam of light. Cut the cable with wire.