Recessed Light Housings

New Construction vs. Remodel Can Light Housings

When choosing recessed lighting for your home, there are two different types of housings you need to pay attention to - new construction and remodel. New construction housings are generally larger and are designed to attach directly to joists in a ceiling before the drywall has been installed. Conversely, remodel housings are smaller, requiring a minimal opening in existing drywall. IC rated housings are the best choice in locations where insulation will come in touch with it. Non-IC rated housings are best installed between floors of a building, where there will be no insulation contact. Knowing the difference in housing type will help guide you to finding the right recessed lighting for your home.

Brands We Love for Recessed Housings

When it comes to recessed lighting, the decorative and focal point of the fixture is the trim. However, you still need a well-chosen recessed housing to make sure the fixture will function well and be relatively easy to install. Contrast Lighting excels with its selection of housings, both for new construction or remodeled locations. From housings to trims, you'll find everything you need in Contrast's assortment. Element Lighting, from the customer-favorite Tech Lighting, offers a variety of housings to fit 3" trims. And finally, for those who are planning for energy efficient LED recessed lighting, check out the housings from WAC Lighting.

Choosing the Best Recessed Lighting Housings

Once you have definitively determined the type of housing you need, the next thing to consider is its size. Depending on the size of the recessed trims you plan to install, you'll need to select the appropriate diameter of housing to accommodate the trims. Trims are offered in a variety of sizes including 3", 4", 5" and 6" styles. You'll also want to consider the type of lighting that will be used in your recessed fixture. If you are looking for eco-friendly LED recessed lighting, you'll need an LED housing to properly accommodate the fixture. If you have any questions about the recessed housings featured here, please call our lighting experts at 877.445.4486.

Other Considerations

You can finish your recessed lighting scheme and give them the style to complement your home's decor with any of the available decorative recessed trims. These elegant trims standout in modern spaces like kitchens, dining rooms, hallways and entryways. And consider pairing your recessed lighting with track lighting to complete the look and create a wealth of focused lighting. Lastly, to control the output of your new ceiling lighting, put the fixtures on a dimmer switch during installation.