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- Learn How To install recessed lighting installation, everything you need to wire LED recessed lights, Wafer Lights safely. FAST + EASY recessed lighting installation. How to wire, how to drill your holes. Recessed lights are dimmable. Wafer Lights are an easy way to brighten up your home, add value for an updated look. Wafer lights have become the go-to for homeowners looking to update can lights, potlights and downlights. Learn more with Licensed General Contractor, Daru Dhillon.
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00:00 Why Homeowner's Choose LED Wafer Lights
00:28 How to Cut a Hole in Ceiling with a Hole Saw
1:25 How to Check Ceiling for Wires Before Cutting Multiple Holes
1:45 How to Use a Non-Contact Voltage Tester
2:07 How to Cut New Wire and Remove Sheathing
3:23 Biggest Mistake Homeowners + DIYERS Do When Wiring
3:46 How to install Romex Connectors
4:07 How to Wire LED Wafer Light with Push Connectors
4:43 How to Connect/Attach Lighting Harness
4:54 How to Install LED Wafer Light into Ceiling
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All of these guys did 15- 20 min videos,. Talking and even skipping steps. She does it in under 5.5 minutes and covers it all. YOU ROCK!!! SALUTE!
Thanks so much! That's great to hear.
So quick and to the point. What a breath of fresh air. I’ve seen too many long winded videos lately. 🙂↔️
Glad you liked it!
How did the wires magically appear there. 😂. DIY’s is the reason I’m always busy. Thank you.
I also have this question. Where did the wires come from?
Why can’t everyone make this as simple as you did? Subscribed, thank you!
You rock Tynecia! Go get ‘em. Thanks!
Excellent video. I actually went to electrical school in the '70s but chose a different field to career. Things have changed since then. Connectors etc are "different" so I'm appreciative for these educational videos. Thank You!
Thanks so much, it’s great to hear from you Yermove! I really like this style of connector. Wire nuts were invented in my hometown but they are easily misused. With your experience your installation will be an easy one. Hope you enjoy your lights and like them as much as I do! 👍🏽
Excellent explanation. Cheeful and to the point! She's a doll and makes it fun to watch.
I just put 6 8" Halos in my Kitchen and 4 6" in the dining room. Both on dimmers. They are absolutely AWESOME!
Great job, that’s awesome! Having dimmers in a dining room is a nice touch! 👍🏽
@@DaruDhillon Tell my wife, she hates dimmers. lol I have them all over. Some on a hub controled by my phone.
Thanks for posting this. You explained the procedure very clearly, Daru. I got this! 🙂
Glad it was helpful James! 👍🏽
This was such a great video and soooo easy to follow. Thank YOU!
Thank YOU for watching! Appreciate it 💕
thank you!! excellent and concise video for beginners
Thanks so much Ron! Great to hear from you!
This lady did a fabious job of explaining...very impressed.
Thanks JD! Glad it helped. 👋
Thank You!! Great educational video 👍
Great to hear Jimmy, thanks for watching!
Thanks for watching and subscribing! A reminder to select your color temperature before installing in your ceiling.
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You can’t change it after it’s clipped in?
@@jayman3573 lights like this have the color temperature selection on the junction box. If you have a bigger budget smart lights are installed in the same way but you can adjust the colors and color temperature with your phone.
@@DaruDhillon but you can’t do that with these type of lights?
@@jayman3573 correct!
@@DaruDhillon this product sucks then! 🤕
Exactly what I needed. Thank you.
Happy to help DeLancey and thanks for watching!
You made it so easy. Appreciate your presentation and the helpful tips.
Thanks for letting me know, that’s great to hear. It’s a rewarding and straightforward project. You’ve got this!
Excellent video, thank you.
Great to hear John, thanks for watching!
Great video, tried watching others. Your video was the best!
Great to hear Jeffery, thanks!
Excellent video!
Thank you very much!
Super helpful --- thanks!!
Glad you found it useful Josh!
Hey Daru!
Nice job
😊 everyday I’m learning something
Happy to hear that Erick!
Amazing channel.
So simple
Thanks! Welcome :)
Very very good video, 👍 thanks
My pleasure Alex, happy it helped! 😊
Superb informative video no doubt.
Whats cooler than that is your denim shirt ❤😎
Loved it !
Thanks for the support Abhishek! ☺️
Great job u made it easy for me.
Fantastic Eric! Thanks so much. Hope you like them!
Really great video, to the point and informative. 👍
Thanks so much Rox! 👋🏽
@@DaruDhillon :) great DIY vid
@@Toastcook1212 Glad you found it helpful! 👍🏽
Good. Job😎
I have never had that kind of luck, cutting holes and wires dropping down for me that easy😂
Good video though
I removed the ceiling before running the wires. Most people won’t have that option. Next time I fish wires I’ll post. 😀
Damn...I thought I was the only one who'd question this lol.
I'm needing this but was told my electrician would have to cut through the drywall if they can't access via attic.
Thank you for the tips!! I like the reverse drilling tip! Also to prevent the drywall drilled dust, we should use some sort of cup folder over the drill head right?
Thank you,,your video helps me feel more confidence to go do this by myself!
Probably the most important tip I would add is to wear a mask to protect your lungs from drywall dust. You can use an attachment to trap the dust if it’s a concern or you’re working in a finished home. It’s great to hear you’re building your confidence! Love that. 💪🏽
Wauoo excelente era justo lo que necesitaba ver, hay muchos videos muestran como instalan pero se quedan cortos.. este fue el más completo 👌👌
Gracias Jose! 👋🏽
Those lights look great. I have seen that some of those LED lights have adjustments for setting the power of the light (brighter etc)
Glad you think so, they’ve been great! You can adjust the color temperature on these. I like the warm light setting. There’s a lot you can do know with lighting and brightness is something important to keep in mind, thanks for that!
Wow great video , where were you when I needed you ? ❤
I’m here. If I can help you out let me know. Thanks ❤️
Your smile is so much more radiant than the light you installed.
Thank-you kindly Jeffrey ☺️
How would you install that if you have a decking ceiling or a concrete ceiling???
So can you cut off the twist connector of that light and just connect it to a 12 Volt system
👍👍
Hello great video! I would like to know if you could use this fixture to replace a twist in light bulb fixture???? Thank you!!!
Thanks! You can use this to replace an old ceiling light fixture. You would have to remove the old junction box, before installing. Good luck Queen Taj!
How do you change one when it goes out??
The junction box has two black tabs on it for the wire to enter the connection space. No need to pop the hole out and use extra parts to connect it.
Thanks Chris, that’s correct!
Some of the boxes that come with these lights don't have the protector/strain relief already on them. If you've watched other wafer install videos, you'll notice most of them just remove the knockout and put the wires in. I was actually looking for videos that use the strain relief so I could find the right one to use and this is one of just two I found.
On the side of the box dose black spots are connectors always good when your only connecting two wires. No need for the connector unless your jumping 3 lights on that . Use the stripper or flat of it's Eaton to use the included connector
What if there was a junction box in the ceiling. Can you show how to take it out etc?
should have checked to see if there is any obstruction up in the ceiling (like a ceiling joist) before you drilled a 6 inch hole on your drywall
Good tip! Important to confirm that 1st! 👍🏽
Is this box okay if the ceiling has insulation in it?
Thanks.... helpful! perhaps a little slower and closeup of connections next time? Thanks!!
Thanks for letting me know and for taking the time to comment! The feedback is appreciated so my latest wiring video is slower with more closeups thanks to suggestions like yours.
Excellent 👍. BTW what brand of the LED lights are the best to install in a living room? Nice video, thank you.
Thanks KS! The brand is linked in the description. I find the top domestic brands are well made. 👍🏽
Great video and explanation, thank you for sharing. Do you have a video showing more details on the wire snap connectors you used (instead of wire nuts). Specially a video that shows how one connects additional wires when “Daisy-chaining” additional recessed lights?
th-cam.com/video/vTmmPikZGag/w-d-xo.html Here's a link that shows you close up how to use lever connectors. Good luck! I hope you like them as much as I do. 👍
@@DaruDhillon thank you so much for your quick reply. You are awesome!!
@@frankcampos1251 back at you Frank, cheers!
That “too much pressure” upward punch was very freighting and suggestive…. Oh my 😲
Great video. One question. Can one light be controlled by two switches? I'm thinking of replacing the existing hall light with a recessed wafer light. The light can be controlled by two seperate switches.
Thanks Michael. Yes it can be controlled by two separate switches.
I have 6 of theses, I get everything except the wiring part, I'm little confused. I currently have one ceiling light in the center, I want to replace it with 6 LED's, my question is how to do I wire these? can I use the current wires assigned to the center light? then run another line to another LED, then on the second one run another line to 3rd LED etc....I've seen a lot of videos just want need more clarification? great video by the way, you did an amazing job 👍
If you are removing your ceiling light, you can use the wire from your ceiling light to wire your first recessed light then continue on to the next running a length of new wire to the next fixture. Follow your local electrical code but it sounds like your on the right track. Thanks Edster 👍🏽
Mine has been twitching, and I don't know why. Is it because of the voltage, or is the existing junction box going bad?
Did you use a 4 3/16 hole saw or 4 1/4? Your link amazon link take me to a 4 1/4 hole saw.
How do I know if I have wires like that in the ceiling?
Ĝood explanation of most stuff, but where did the wires magically come from?
It was in a junction box during a renovation. I would explain that part now.
Hello, Thanks for the instructions! Three of the eight ceiling LED lights turned off with no reason. I tested the LED lights, they work fine but there must be a problem in the wiring or in the J-Box. Do you think I should rewire or but a new J-Box to fix it?
The lights come with their own J-boxes. It’s good that you checked your wiring. If you feel it’s an issue with the light itself you can also contact the manufacturer. I hope you find a solution.
How would I daisy chain this off of a light fixture? Would I connect a second Romex cable from the light fixture to the recess light? I'm assuming I can just twist the live Romex, light fixture, and new Romex (that will go into recessed lights) together?
Hi Alex, check that your power is off then feed the new wire from your light fixture into the junction box and make your connections.
Do not pry the knock-outs from the box, that’s what the two black plastic panels are for. Insert
a screwdriver in the slot and pry the access panel up and away. Then slide your romex into the grippers. The romex is secured in place when the lid is snapped shut.
Absolutely you can do it that way and I appreciate you sharing your tips! I included the knockouts because a lot of people don’t know you need to use connectors and are doing it incorrectly.
What size romex connectors did you use and are they available on Amazon?
Hi Mark, I have a link in the description box for the Romex connectors on Amazon. They are 1/2" plastic push-in which I prefer. They have been out of stock on Amazon for awhile, so I have also included a link for 1/2" Romex metal connectors which are in stock for metal boxes. That one just needs to be screwed into place. Both work well and will protect your knockouts. Good luck with your project!
Your local hardware store may have better stock in store right now. Thanks.
Hi Daru. Thanks for the great guide. I had a reno down with several of these installed, a few months ago. One of the wafers is now flickering. Why would this happen? Installed by electrician. Only 1 is flickering. Is this something I can fix myself or do you think I need an electrician to come back out?
Often a single flickering light is the result of a loose connection. I would turn off the breaker. Test that power is off with a voltage tester and open up the junction box. Once opened check that the black and white wires are firmly connected. Push in your connectors again to confirm they are secure. After doing this I would turn the power on to see if the light is working properly. Then I would turn the power off and push the wires carefully back into the junction box. Place the closed box back into the ceiling and reinstall the wafer light.
Sometimes people mistakenly shove wires into the box - this can cause a loose connection. If you feel comfortable doing that it’s not a difficult process. If you don’t your electrician should come back and fix it. Any good electrician will come back to fix their work free of charge. I’d start with calling your electrician. I hope that helps Kimberly!
Good luck it’s always nice if it’s an easy fix!
So I’m new to wiring and a little scared. I know enough to be dangerous…. Which is is dangerous. So If I want to string 12 of these wafer lights together, what size wire am I running from junction box to junction box and I assuming it will have to be the heavy gauge white wire that you connected originally? Any chance you could do a video about that. This was very informative.
Hi Mike, being cautious when wiring is always smart. Take your time and you’ll build confidence as your knowledge grows. I’m using a 14 gauge wire to connect all the lights in this home. I will be adding more wiring videos soon. Thanks for your support!
Great video. But I'm looking for a video that show how to remove the Wafer light without damaging the ceiling so that I can replace it with a ceiling fan. Thanks
Gently pull down the light with clean hands. Try to get your finger tips under the light to pry it away so you create a small gap.
When you put the connection box back up in the ceiling, and assuming it id IC rated, is it OK that fiberglass insulation batting completely covers the box? or do I need to make an opening in the batting so that it can "breathe?" The boxes do not get hot from what I understand.
My dad has a very poor can light in his shower. Do you think this would hold up in the shower with the moisture?
For shower lights you need to a light that says shower light or good for wet locations. Lithonia is a good brand that makes several sizes 4", 6", etc. Here's a link for thin wafer LED lights (like in the video). I love that you are helping and looking out your dad. Wet Location LED Light: amzn.to/3J5p9UE
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How do I get the magic wires at each lamp location?
Hi Wilem35, that would be helpful, for sure. I ran the wire before drywalling that part of the ceiling while the joists were accessible. Next time I fish electrical, I’ll make a video. Thanks for letting me know!
Can anyone recommend a dimmer switch for infibrite dimmable canless led lights that wont cause buzzing?
I know you posted a year ago but Lumitron I find works best. Make sure the lights are compatible however with a dimmer switch.
Does the 6" of wire in a J box requirement not apply to these light boxes?
I would follow the same rule for these junction boxes.
new sub here video helped me new home owner here…quick advice as an editor your video cuts are to fast.
Thanks for letting me know Angel. I’m working on improving my editing. Appreciate the feedback and for subscribing!
Yes, the wire just conveniently popped out where she needed it to be. If only things were that simple.
I gutted the house and ran my wires before I installed the ceiling. I primarily do large scale renovations but the next time I have to fish a wire I’ll do a video on it! 👍🏽
Did you do this video yet? I want to put niches in my hallway wall with mini recess lights. I have an outlet in that wall and need to know how to create a switch and wiring for the lights. Help please
How can you know after drilling the hole, the wire is right there? I think that would be hit or miss.
I ran the wire while the ceiling was down before I installed the drywall. That won’t be the situation for a lot of people. Next time I fish a line I’ll shoot a video on it. Thanks for the question! 👍🏽
If I caught it right, those lights seem to have a color selector. The color selector should be set to the desired color prior to the box going in the ceiling. Arguably, someone unfamiliar with these lights might think there is a problem with lights if they purchased one that had been changed as a result of an open box/returned item.
Hi Ron, Yes good eye. I seemed to have set the lights and forgot to mention that in the video. Sorry. Thanks for pointing that out. As Ron said, please select your color temperature before putting your wafer light in your ceiling.
107 hey how do you have clean hair without sheetrock dust? I wanna know. Haaaaa great vid and attitude.
It’s magic. Thanks Malach211!
She was not wearing a mask and inhaled the sheetrock dust, preventing it from falling into her hair.
@@christinah7716 it’s best to wear a mask and protect your lungs.
I only have two wires a black and white one what do I do with the extra copper wire?
Hi, Older homes will usually only have a black and white wire. In that case people will usually wire with the white and black and will not use the ground wire since they don't have one.
@@DaruDhillon what do we do with the extra copper wire just leave it loos in the box,, i dont have ground wire coming from the ceiling either
I would like to install only 1 wafer light. Would I still need a junction box, or can I wire it directly?
The junction box comes with the light.
Tip- Put an ice cream bucket over the saw to collect the dust
Excellent! That’s a money saving tip that is so helpful. Thanks! The idea of reusing what you have is so much better than buying something you’ll use once. A+
what if i have no ground wire coming from ceiling?
Older homes often have only two wires, white and black. You’d wire those as usual since you don’t have a ground wire.
What kind of laser level did you use?
I have a Dewalt laser level it does the trick. 👍🏽
Why did you go in reverse while drilling?
It’s easier to drill in reverse, plus it’s safer so you can avoid cutting any wires in your ceiling. Subscribe for more tips to help with your DIY projects. Thanks for the great question!
Just has a spare wire chillin up there?
I ran the wire before I installed the drywall. When the joists were exposed. Not everyone will have that option. 😎
3:59 pretty sure you are supposed to put the wires through the black plastic part of the box.......
Where Did you get the wire from?
Hi Donna, The wire was from an old ceiling light in a junction box during my rough in inspection. Next time I have to fish a wire through drywall I'll post a video! I used Resilient Channel on these ceilings which won’t be applicable for most people who are fishing wire.
@@DaruDhillon I hope you do 1st time I've seen your channel 👍
Great video darlin......but if I viewed correctly while drinking my titos vodka this morning I noticed that the Halo can already had connectors preinstalled in those junction blocks already.......but I do like the * buttholes" you installed better!great job and keep up the good work!
You’re spot on, you can use them! I’ve only ever used the Romex connectors because that’s what the electricians I work with use. They allow more room to make your connections when wiring multiple lights. The highest ranked DIY video is wired without them. Wires through raw metal which is a major fire hazard. It’s a my version of a public service announcement. :) I want everyone to wire safely. Good to hear from you Kevyn! You made me laugh!
@@DaruDhillon please excuse my dad he's turning 50 next year and has early onset dementia. XD
That's next month son.....lol...maybe you can install some cans for my old man dementia cave!😆
@@kevyncole4519 dad do we need to start looking at homes for you.
I'm sorry ...for a 50 year old dementia ridden or titos induced dad....I commented on your post....lol....as a retired electrician am happy however that both of my electrician sons commented on this post!!!🤪🤪🤪🤪I hope I brought other people to laughter in these dark times❤️❤️❤️
Just curious, but why was there a hot inaccessible electrical wire above the ceiling. In my world, that violates code.
Everywhere that would violate code. It's illegal to have a hidden inaccessible live wire anywhere in your home, including hidden junction boxes. Thanks for posting it's important to know a live wire was never sitting in the ceiling.
Cut horizontally with your knife across the insulation instead of down the middle. That’s day 1 electrical helper stuff.
Thanks for your helpful tip!
The wire can clip in the side of the box. No need for a connector.
That's true Brian, thanks for pointing that out. Lots of people are using unprotected knockouts on TH-cam so I wanted to make it clear that it's dangerous. Thanks for the reminder👍
I guess nowadays the junction box is much smaller
Nice. But I hate LeD lights bad for eyes
Great 👍 vid. What rule do you use when working off one lighting junction box in the room???🤔
How many lights can you connect together at one time? 🤔
Thanks!
Trying to figure this same thing out. I have a light fixture that I'd like to daisy chain recess lights off of.
You dont even need a connector, you can bring wire thru those black slits
Thanks Thomas! That’s true. I wanted to run the wires that way because some DIY videos feature wiring through unprotected knockouts which is a major fire hazard. But it’s a good reminder to have it here too. Thanks!
Hi can you please do a video request of you Installing a led troffer fixture led fluorescent tube please ? Please reply back to my comments when you get a chance thank you,!!
Hi Daniel, Thanks for the suggestion. I'll be making more videos on LED lighting. I'll keep your suggestion in mind if the opportunity comes up to install one!
@@DaruDhillon Hi thank you so much for replying back to my comments and letting me know I appreciate it thank you !! Can't wait for your next light bulb 💡💡 videos I'm so excited !!
Your statement about a series connection is incorrect.
You can use the other knockouts if you wish.
No need to pop out the metal plugs the box comes with 2 pre installed black connectors
Good video though
Thanks for that information! It’s true. I always go for the knockouts. I should have been a boxer.
Please for the love, hold your hands steady. Otherwise, helpful video.
Thanks Lance! Appreciate your feedback.
Artificial Intelligence will not take over these jobs
Always good to learn hands on applied skills. It’s rewarding to DIY! 🙌🏽
Never grab live wires even if they insulated all it takes is one tiny hole for the electricity to past through. I made the mistake and I'm typing this from Hell.
I hope you are feeling better. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience to help others.
A convenient unattached LIVE electrical wire just lying on the ceiling? Seriously?
It was in a junction box. The house was under renovation. Thanks for your feedback.
TH-cam is trying to compete with TikTok...
I hear you.
Homeowners may like the excess brightness but smart people hire lighting designers to create an excellent lighting scheme. You want replaceable lamps not an integrated fixture that you have to replace the whole fixture. LED's don't last nearly as long as advertised. I get it, you are paid to peddle this crap.
DIYers are a smart group and kind. I appreciate their support.
I disagree. Smart, yes. Trained in design, probably not and that is how you get ugly flipped houses. @@DaruDhillon
Nothing new here. You don't have to make another video of the installation. There already are several posted. Maybe you just want to be on camera.
I’m always listening to viewer and subscriber feedback. It’s important to me and I appreciate their suggestions. Grateful for that!
@@DaruDhillon okay great. Try to keep face out of camera view frame. It’s so annoying. As if you just discovered teeth whitening or something.