Recessed Lighting in a Drop Ceiling

Recessed Lighting

• Recessed lighting provides a versatile and semi-exposed lighting system based on your lighting needs. Recessed lighting differs from traditional surface mounted lighting, as the lamp itself is recessed into the ceiling. The housing of a recessed light must be adequately supported by an upper beam or support rafter. Recessed lights consist of using either LED, fluorescent or incandescent light bulbs – each radiating a different light based on their design or productivity needs. Trim your light with a baffle or reflector trim to create a clean-cut look on your drop ceiling.

Drop Ceiling

• A drop ceiling is also considered a suspended ceiling. It consists of a metal grid that hangs. The grid is supported by a main or cross beam of the main structure. The grid has channels specifically designed to hold acoustical panels. The panels are set in place to create a ceiling area that is pleasant to the eye. Within the panels, recessed lighting can be positioned properly.

Benefits

• One of the biggest benefits of recessed lighting in your home is the ability to adjust and control illumination with ease. There is often a dimmer switch installed with most recessed lighting fixtures, giving you control over how much or how little light your arrangement emanates. If you are short on ceiling to floor space, recessed lighting is more beneficial as opposed to lighting attached to the ceiling or wall. Drop ceiling panels are affordable and can easily be removed or replaced if you decide to change your recessed light fixture.

Precautions

• If you are unsure how to wire lighting or you are unfamiliar with electrical wiring components, hire a licensed electrician to properly install your light fixtures. Make sure that there is enough space from the floor to your drop ceiling for walking and allowing appliances and furniture to be used safely. Properly insulate above your drop ceiling and replace boards that are warped or split to avoid injury or damage to your lights and ceiling area.