1cut a hole in the ceiling.
Installing can lights in existing ceiling.
Insert a 1 8 inch drill bit into a power drill and drill a pilot hole into.
Turn off the electricity to the circuit you ll be working on.
Drill a hole through the drywall ceiling at each light location using a drill and 6 inch diameter hole.
Mark the locations for the recessed lights on the ceiling.
Learn how to install recessed lighting also known as can lights with our light installation tutorial.
When installing recessed lighting in an existing ceiling a hole is cut in the ceiling that exactly fits the profile of a special remodeling can to keep from damaging the surrounding drywall.
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Drill a 1 4 inch hole in the ceiling at the center of the proposed opening.
Use a stud finder to make sure the holes do not overlap a joist.
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Choose locations that fall between joists and away from.