Great video. Easy to understand. I especially appreciate the part about cutting off the end that screws into a light socket. I have only seen those available and never thought about just cutting that end off. Thank you.
@@funbro1 By cutting off the Edison adapter that screws into the old socket, then wiring it directly to the black + white wires coming from the orange clip, am I risking any electrical dangers, i.e., burning the house down? My problem is with the old socket and the wires and the Edison adapter, I can't cram all that back up into the 4-in can and get the new LED light fixture to fit flush against the ceiling.
Good vid on how to though to install an actual resessed fixture I know theres just a bit more involved I know the can is very long & gets to be tricky being if you have plaster wall ceiling generally the canister is meant for up to 5/8" thickness drywall would work though plaster ceilings are over 1" in thixkness so could be a problem..
Thanks. I asked Home Depot what to do with this outlet should I install recessed lights in the hall. They had no clue. If I can do it to the smoke alarm that would be great.
instead of having the setup that you have, my box had two soldered brackets on either side of the box. Im trying not to tear up the drywall since I do not have access to the top/side of the box. Any suggestions?
Thanks for this video sir it really helped me understand how to fully replace any old light fixture in my new home so good job! but quick question for a beginner like myself what's the best way (besides shocking myself) to test the wires coming from the ceiling to tell if they have any juice going to them because the ones in my laundry room seem to not give the light fixture any power when I turn them on so any well recommended suggestions?
I would suggest getting a no touch voltage tester. They are relatively cheap (under $10) and allow you to check quickly if a circuit is live without cutting into the wires. Hope this helps, thanks for watching
I am changing an old fixture just like yours in the video. My new LED fixture has a green wire with a terminal end on one end and is stripped on the other. It's not clear to me either in the instructions or your video where this green wire goes. Any advice would be appreciated.
I'm sure you already found the answer but for anyone else with the same question...green is your ground. You put the ground with the wire thats not wrapped in plastic (plain copper color wire) either with a wire nut or wrap the around the green screw (which you will tighten to make sure they are secure and there is a good connection).
so you dont anchor it to any support studs? just allowing the light to be only supported by drywall? sounds pretty risky later on if you want to convert to anything else weight bearing fixture
+Ron Wade If you want to get into semantics, which it appears you do we can look at what the manufacturer calls them. According to the manufacturer it is called a "Recessed Retrofit Light. But thanks for your input, and thanks for watching.
It isn't "probably" a flush mount, it is a flush mount. They're two entirely different things and the differences are quite apparent. This isn't semantics. The manufacturer calls it "Recessed Retrofit" because you can "retrofit" the flush mount into a previously "recessed" can. Someone who wants to replace a recessed light can buy this, and they'll change it to a "flush mount". The manufacturer says it right in their product description: "Fits most 5 and 6 inch recessed cans". So, your title is misleading and inaccurate, as this is not a recessed light. It's a flush mount. Big difference. I have flush mounts through out my entire house and I'm looking to change them all to recessed. Recessed lights are considered to be a bit more attractive. Anyway, if something isn't recessing into the ceiling why would anyone think to call it "recessed"? Duh?
I don't remember where this fixture came from but it was a Sylvania so you should be able to find it by going to their website. Hope this helps, Thanks for watching.
tks for sharing! Does anyone know how to (easy/quick) convert my 3 fluorescent light bulbs to regular? I am building a box for my ugly tray ceiling to give a recessed light look and if anyone could help I would much appreciate.
You can go much brighter with a LED than an incandescent bulb because they use much less power. The brightness is measured by leumans so the higher the leumans the brighter the bulb. Hope this helps, Thanks for watching.
Better tell everyone to turn off power first because some dumbass is gonna go and stick his finger in the light socket and get electrocuted. lol Good vid.
Good Video Bob n I know common sense but u 4got to say make sure powe is off b4 u start to work on the light fixture.. lol.. just wanted to throw that in there...
Actually it is a recessed light according to the manufacturer, sorry to burst your bubble. And by the way what does “watched the while thing” mean? I guess that is a FAIL. Thanks for the view.
funbro1 it is not recessed. A recessed light is entirely “recessed” into the ceiling. Hence the name “recessed”. The only part that is exposed is the trim. The light bulb, LED or incandescent is inside the “recessed” light housing that is inside the ceiling. See the image on this page. No need to get so offended, just change your title to not mislead people watching the video. This is a flush mount light you installed, regardless of the manufacturers false information . You got duped. www.liteharbor.com/resources/light-knowledge/178_Tips-for-Outdoor-Step-Light.html
If it is recessed, it must be a recessed light. If the manufacturer calls it a recessed light it must be a recessed light. No need for YOU to get so offended, just accept what the manufacturer calls the fixture and don't try to dupe people. Any problems you may have with the nomenclature of this fixture please take it up with the manufacturer.
Do you have instructions on the reverse? I have an existing cannister/recessed lighting fixture with plug-in compact fluorescent (shown below). I'd like to switch to an LED screw in bulb. There is no attic access. I just want to know how to remove the existing cannister and replaced with a new cannister (that'll work with screw-in bulbs)... Link to my existing light bulb, which is not screw-type bulb: www.1000bulbs.com/product/7067/FC13-G24Q127F.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwsLTJBRCvibaW9bGLtUESJAC4wKw1OXqzf4eZN9YrGchgBP_LJ0lm7rDd8ko3t15-c1YsGhoCDK3w_wcB)
Your best bet would be to look for a remodel fixture. That is one that is meant to go into a finished ceiling so no attic access would be necessary. I would also look for one that is the same diameter as the one (hole) that you currently have. This will make installation easier. This one or something similar may work for you.. www.lowes.com/pd/Utilitech-Pro-White-Integrated-Remodel-and-New-Construction-Recessed-Light-Kit-Fits-Opening-4-in/50322611 Hope this helps Thanks for watching.
Obvious or not, it's pretty irresponsible to start this video without direction on terminating power to the fixture. DIY folks are watching this video, cover the simple details that would harm someone if neglected.
Great video. Easy to understand. I especially appreciate the part about cutting off the end that screws into a light socket. I have only seen those available and never thought about just cutting that end off. Thank you.
Glad it was a help to you , Thanks for watching.
@@funbro1 By cutting off the Edison adapter that screws into the old socket, then wiring it directly to the black + white wires coming from the orange clip, am I risking any electrical dangers, i.e., burning the house down? My problem is with the old socket and the wires and the Edison adapter, I can't cram all that back up into the 4-in can and get the new LED light fixture to fit flush against the ceiling.
Call it whatever you want, that new light looks a hundred times better than the light it replaced. Good job.
Thank, and thanks for watching.
This was a well explained easy to understand video. Perfect. Thanks!
Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching.
What were the little plastic twist things you used to seal the end of the wires you weren't using?
Phew! How EZ was that!! Thanks a bunch. I’ve gone crazy installing LED’s all over the house. Woohoo!!
Glad I could help! Thanks for watching.
Good vid on how to though to install an actual resessed fixture I know theres just a bit more involved I know the can is very long & gets to be tricky being if you have plaster wall ceiling generally the canister is meant for up to 5/8" thickness drywall would work though plaster ceilings are over 1" in thixkness so could be a problem..
Thanks for watching?
Please make sure that you shut off the power to the fixture before beginning any electrical work.
Obviously, Thanks for watching. Hope the video was a help.
as an added safety feature I always tape the light switch down and write on tape leave off ;or do not touch
I like to live dangerously
@@funbro1 I wouldn't say "obviously" there's potentially first time DIYers watching this, and it is a first key step.
You can kill the light switch and you’re good
Thanks. I asked Home Depot what to do with this outlet should I install recessed lights in the hall. They had no clue. If I can do it to the smoke alarm that would be great.
You should be able to. Thanks for watching.
How much was the new light fixture?
I don’t remember exactly but under $30.
Thanks for watching.
instead of having the setup that you have, my box had two soldered brackets on either side of the box. Im trying not to tear up the drywall since I do not have access to the top/side of the box. Any suggestions?
I wish I could see what setup you have. It's hard to say without seeing it.
Thanks for this video sir it really helped me understand how to fully replace any old light fixture in my new home so good job! but quick question for a beginner like myself what's the best way (besides shocking myself) to test the wires coming from the ceiling to tell if they have any juice going to them because the ones in my laundry room seem to not give the light fixture any power when I turn them on so any well recommended suggestions?
I would suggest getting a no touch voltage tester. They are relatively cheap (under $10) and allow you to check quickly if a circuit is live without cutting into the wires. Hope this helps, thanks for watching
I am changing an old fixture just like yours in the video. My new LED fixture has a green wire with a terminal end on one end and is stripped on the other. It's not clear to me either in the instructions or your video where this green wire goes. Any advice would be appreciated.
I'm sure you already found the answer but for anyone else with the same question...green is your ground. You put the ground with the wire thats not wrapped in plastic (plain copper color wire) either with a wire nut or wrap the around the green screw (which you will tighten to make sure they are secure and there is a good connection).
so you dont anchor it to any support studs? just allowing the light to be only supported by drywall? sounds pretty risky later on if you want to convert to anything else weight bearing fixture
I would mount it to something for a weight bearing fixture. Thanks for watching.
Actually if you watch the video it is explained at about 4:19 in the video.
I like the old one
The old one was kind of unique but old and inefficient. Thanks for watching.
That's probably a "flush mount" I wouldn't call it a recessed can light either
+Ron Wade If you want to get into semantics, which it appears you do we can look at what the manufacturer calls them. According to the manufacturer it is called a "Recessed Retrofit Light. But thanks for your input, and thanks for watching.
It isn't "probably" a flush mount, it is a flush mount. They're two entirely different things and the differences are quite apparent. This isn't semantics. The manufacturer calls it "Recessed Retrofit" because you can "retrofit" the flush mount into a previously "recessed" can. Someone who wants to replace a recessed light can buy this, and they'll change it to a "flush mount". The manufacturer says it right in their product description: "Fits most 5 and 6 inch recessed cans". So, your title is misleading and inaccurate, as this is not a recessed light. It's a flush mount. Big difference. I have flush mounts through out my entire house and I'm looking to change them all to recessed. Recessed lights are considered to be a bit more attractive. Anyway, if something isn't recessing into the ceiling why would anyone think to call it "recessed"? Duh?
exactly!
@jojoblonix True Story. Id like to echo your semantics. lol
Can you give a link for this specific light?
I don't remember where this fixture came from but it was a Sylvania so you should be able to find it by going to their website. Hope this helps, Thanks for watching.
tks for sharing! Does anyone know how to (easy/quick) convert my 3 fluorescent light bulbs to regular? I am building a box for my ugly tray ceiling to give a recessed light look and if anyone could help I would much appreciate.
There are kits available that will help you do this remodel. Thanks for watching.
how bright a bulb can you get for this type of instillation
thanks
You can go much brighter with a LED than an incandescent bulb because they use much less power. The brightness is measured by leumans so the higher the leumans the brighter the bulb. Hope this helps, Thanks for watching.
Nice. Can you post a part number?
I believe it is a Sylvania model 75045 but I'm not 100% sure. Thanks for watching
FLUSH Mount, not recessed, but, nice light.
It is a nice recessed light. Thanks for watching.
Thank you.
Thank you
Thanks for watching.
this is not a recessed light!
JinkProject It sure is...according to the manufacturer. Thanks for watching.
Better tell everyone to turn off power first because some dumbass is gonna go and stick his finger in the light socket and get electrocuted. lol Good vid.
Some comment sense is required I guess. Thanks for watching.
Good Video Bob n I know common sense but u 4got to say make sure powe is off b4 u start to work on the light fixture.. lol.. just wanted to throw that in there...
MrSanfrancisco36 Nah, that’s for sissy’s. Lol The power was off because the light was off. Thanks for watching.
Lol.. cool Bob.. Keep up the good videos..
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np sir
where do you buy that from?
Josh okai Probably Menard's.
Not a recessed light?! Watched the whole thing only to not see a recessed light installed. Fail
Actually it is a recessed light according to the manufacturer, sorry to burst your bubble. And by the way what does “watched the while thing” mean? I guess that is a FAIL. Thanks for the view.
funbro1 it is not recessed. A recessed light is entirely “recessed” into the ceiling. Hence the name “recessed”. The only part that is exposed is the trim. The light bulb, LED or incandescent is inside the “recessed” light housing that is inside the ceiling. See the image on this page. No need to get so offended, just change your title to not mislead people watching the video. This is a flush mount light you installed, regardless of the manufacturers false information . You got duped.
www.liteharbor.com/resources/light-knowledge/178_Tips-for-Outdoor-Step-Light.html
If it is recessed, it must be a recessed light. If the manufacturer calls it a recessed light it must be a recessed light. No need for YOU to get so offended, just accept what the manufacturer calls the fixture and don't try to dupe people. Any problems you may have with the nomenclature of this fixture please take it up with the manufacturer.
Do you have instructions on the reverse?
I have an existing cannister/recessed lighting fixture with plug-in compact fluorescent (shown below). I'd like to switch to an LED screw in bulb.
There is no attic access.
I just want to know how to remove the existing cannister and replaced with a new cannister (that'll work with screw-in bulbs)...
Link to my existing light bulb, which is not screw-type bulb:
www.1000bulbs.com/product/7067/FC13-G24Q127F.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwsLTJBRCvibaW9bGLtUESJAC4wKw1OXqzf4eZN9YrGchgBP_LJ0lm7rDd8ko3t15-c1YsGhoCDK3w_wcB)
Your best bet would be to look for a remodel fixture. That is one that is meant to go into a finished ceiling so no attic access would be necessary. I would also look for one that is the same diameter as the one (hole) that you currently have. This will make installation easier. This one or something similar may work for you..
www.lowes.com/pd/Utilitech-Pro-White-Integrated-Remodel-and-New-Construction-Recessed-Light-Kit-Fits-Opening-4-in/50322611 Hope this helps Thanks for watching.
Thank you for the response. I need help in removing the existing fixture. Do you have a video that will help me remove what I currently have?
No
Obvious or not, it's pretty irresponsible to start this video without direction on terminating power to the fixture. DIY folks are watching this video, cover the simple details that would harm someone if neglected.
The light was OFF so there was no power to it...pretty obvious. But if you feel more comfortable turn off the breaker. Thanks for watching
I don't think this is recessed
OK, I think it is recessed. Thanks for watching.
@@funbro1 it's a really flat boob light ( barely "A" cup). Cheers!
The manufacturer box had printed on it recessed, so your beef is with them.
Just install a led bulb
That’s well and good if you like the fixture that you have currently. If not this video may be for you. Thanks for watching.