Watch the entire process step by step.
Wiring recessed lights in finished ceiling.
How to install recessed lighting without access to the attic.
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.
If you have an existing light fixture that you are replacing disconnect it before you begin the process of how to wire recessed lights.
Secure the wiring along the ceiling joists with wire staples using a hammer.
Be sure to attach the box cover after making the wire connections.
This video will show you how to wire a series of recessed light in your ceiling.
Step 3 cut lengths of electrical wire.
For the most part light kits are designed to be installed in finished spaces so the amount of cutting required for the wiring process is minimized.
Pull cable from the power source to the first recessed light and leave approximately 18 inches of wire hanging from the ceiling.
Install the light fixture into the recessed housing by.
When installing recessed lighting in an existing ceiling a hole is cut in the ceiling that exactly fits the profile of a special remodeling can to keep from damaging the surrounding drywall.
Take your tape measure and measure the distances between the recessed lighting.
Determine a plan for laying out your recessed lighting and install the recessed lights into the ceiling.
Adding recessed lights in a finished room is not as difficult as it may seem.
However make sure that you don t tighten down any covers or install light bulbs until you finish the wiring.
Repeat this for each light fixture.
The excess wire gives you enough slack to wire the new fixtures.
Run a length of 14 2 with ground electrical cable between the junction box and one of the recessed lights.
Make the wire connections inside a new metal junction box.
I like to use the term daisy chain.
If a finished area is above the ceiling use a long.
Remodeling electrical boxes or old work boxes are used to add electrical outlets light switches and lights to finished rooms in a home.