Wiring Recessed Lights In Finished Ceiling

Step 3 cut lengths of electrical wire.

Wiring recessed lights in finished ceiling.

If a finished area is above the ceiling use a long. Take your tape measure and measure the distances between the recessed lighting. Run nm b cable from the power source to a switch box and then to the first hole allowing at least 18 inches of extra cable to make wiring easy. Pull cable from the power source to the first recessed light and leave approximately 18 inches of wire hanging from the ceiling.

Run a length of 14 2 with ground electrical cable between the junction box and one of the recessed lights. Secure the wiring along the ceiling joists with wire staples using a hammer. Repeat this for each light fixture. The excess wire gives you enough slack to wire the new fixtures.

Remodeling electrical boxes or old work boxes are used to add electrical outlets light switches and lights to finished rooms in a home. However make sure that you don t tighten down any covers or install light bulbs until you finish the wiring. If you have an existing light fixture that you are replacing disconnect it before you begin the process of how to wire recessed lights. Determine a plan for laying out your recessed lighting and install the recessed lights into the ceiling.

How to install recessed lighting without access to the attic.