Upgrade Old Recessed Lights - Halo LED Retrofit Review and Install

Upgrade outdated recessed lights as easy as changing a light bulb. Complete honest review and install of Halo LED Retrofit recessed lights. Paired with the Lutron Toggler Dimmer Light Switch you can get ultra low dimming capability.
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[@Richardmhirst1]

The springs don’t just push up into the can. The can has hooks that they go into as you push them up. Keeps the lights in place

[@realhouseDIY]

You are correct, though they aren't necessarily needed. If your old housing doesn't have the brackets, you can buy and install the brackets but I wouldn't bother.

[@mattmaksymec9965]

I have the same metal ring sticking out from the existing can (seen at 6:20 in your video), and for some lights it's just barely larger than the new lights. Any suggestions on how to hide that ring without opting for a larger light? Did you eventually just get the light perfectly centered?
Also, have you had any issues with flickering?
Thank you!

[@realhouseDIY]

I got them all perfectly centered so I don't see anything sticking out. There is actually a very small shadow cast by each light as it gets over the trim. It would do a decent job hiding it assuming your lights aren't spaced too close together. Other than that, I might just paint white over anything that shows and would do ok.
Absolutely no flickering with these lights! I've had flickering issues with other LED brands (GE, Cree, and a couple others), but I've used these Halo lights on 4 projects now and am very happy with them.

[@mattmaksymec9965]

@@realhouseDIY Thanks for the quick reply! I like the lights but might need to find a different option that is just a hair longer.