Sometimes called can lights or downlights these fixtures have three main components that can define the type of recessed light.
Recessed ceiling living room.
The one that is recessed up into the fixture on the left will have limited ability to spread light across the room.
You can see the difference below in the side by side photo.
A good general rule for placement if to divide the height of the ceiling by two.
Recessed light fixtures are flush with the ceiling making them great for rooms with low ceilings.
This will give good spacing for general room lighting.
Housing trim style and bulb or lamp type.
The housing is what is recessed into the ceiling wall ground and consists of the light source mounting and other electrical parts.
Make sure to install your recessed ceiling lighting at a 30 angle about two feet away from the wall on an eight foot ceiling.
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The trim is what s visible to people in the room and gives the light its aesthetic and depending on what you choose can be used to direct the beam if you re spotlighting artwork or wall washing more.
The result is the amount of space to leave between each light.