How To Install Pot Lights In Living Room Ceiling | Thin Recessed LED Dimmable Lights For Beginners!

[@scottsachs2547]

I have watched other channels to do this, and they have confused me!! OMG!! Your channel was the most clearest instruction video! Thank you soooooo much!!!!!!!!!!!! Now, I totally understand!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! thank you so much for the amazing feedback! 🙏🏽😊👍🏽

[@tylerngo4894]

I totally agreed with you Scott, I have same issue.

[@floydmaronge8001]

How far apart did you put the fixtures? How did you come come up with the spacing?

[@floydmaronge8001]

Why didn’t you install Romeo connectors, why did you install the lights so close to the walls?

[@junyanlee4618]

cannot agree more!

[@siyi-fu]

Thank you for showing the footage in the attic and how to wire the lights from the spool. That's something not shown in other videos that was especially valuable to me.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 so much for your great feedback!

[@anonymousperson4363]

For someone who's not a licensed electrician, you sure did give more, better details than many of the other videos I have seen.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊 I’m glad I could be of help! Please don’t forget the NM connectors for the Jboxes. I forgot to mention. 🙏🏽

[@pagalhokya]

Man, you showed what I couldn't' find in any other video. I'm a beginner and didn't know how all the lights would be connected, but you made it look easy and explained it really well. Subbed!

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Ditto!

[@hesstherhebteyes2108]

Yours is the best. You're very honest with teaching us how to do the A-Z pot lights wiring - whereby most of the AHMF wannabe electricians hides it from us.

[@MrAmitArun]

Out of all the videos i saw on KZbin for installing the recessed lights, this one is the most detailed oriented. I love how you laid out the plan for figuring out where the joists are, drilling the holes avoiding the joists and properly arranging the wiring over the ceiling with insulation! This is exactly what I was looking for! Great job👍 you earned a new subscriber today!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 so much! This means a lot 🥲! I did forget to mention to make sure you use NM wire connectors on the Jboxes of each lights 🙏🏽.

[@MrAmitArun]

@@FixThisHouse thanks for the advice. I bought the 3/8” aluminum type and they worked perfectly with these boxes.

[@MoneyManHolmes]

The cool thing about the newest LED ceiling lights is they are so thin you can install them directly under a joist. As long as the 2 clips can fit somewhere in the hole 180 degrees from each other, it will work. It’s crazy how thin they are.

[@xaguerra69]

After watching many videos on installing them, you are the first to explain the entire process from beginning to end. Especially the wiring with the jbox.Thank you!!

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Great job! Yours is the only vid. that explained the crucial step: connecting the series of lights to the existing power source. Yours is also the only vid. that demonstrated how to run coax to the next light in the series (I had wondered if the light boxes came with push in “wago-like” connectors to accommodate both incoming and outgoing power). I’ve watched several of your vids. This one earned my subscription.

[@Eric-zc5vt]

Holy crap guide this is the most clear understanding video I have ever watched on KZbin thank you so much I completely understand exactly what to do there was no complications you instructions for dynamite and I really appreciate you thank you

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! Means a lot my friend! 🙏🏽😊

[@billystarr9709]

I'm a retired carpenter, and now an avid DIYer. I watched many videos on DIY LED ceiling lights the new ones. Yours is the best video out there. Thank you for being concise, but still having the important details. Coincidentally I've installed the exact same lights throughout my home. I hope they hold up. Thank you again for taking the time to make this video.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽 your comment means a lot! Made my day!

[@PineappleBoots]

@@FixThisHouse I agree hole-heartedly. I was an electrician for many years, but I still refer to videos to make sure I know exactly what to expect before a project. Usually, I find myself wincing or cringing at some of the shortcuts or left-out information, however your video was awesomely thorough and you even took safety seriously. A_

[@rveerman1800]

Excellent video. Couple of suggestions. When you connected the wires in the attic and installed them in a PVC box located under the insulation - (1) a connector is required on the bare ground wires (just a couple twists is not sufficient). (2) since the junction box is going to be hidden under insulation, it should be marked above that a junction box is located there for future electrical accessibility. The marking of hidden JBs in the attic can be as simple as spray painting the rafters above it and then leaving a note at the attic entrance next to a spot of spray paint that means a box is located there. I have seen folks install a 1 x 2 vertically at each box location and write on it "Box Below". (3) NEC would require a minimum of 6" free conductor in each JB. Hope this helps.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the helpful advice! 🙏🏽😊❤️

[@GT0457]

@@FixThisHouse I would also add that you should have added some kind of bushing or connector on the box where you fed the NMD into the pot light box. Those sharp edges from the punch-out could lead to serious problems down the road.

[@JV-fn5xn]

Do you need to run conduct to for the wire?

[@Pepe-dq2ib]

@@JV-fn5xn conduit? only if the wire is exposed, but since its hidden behind drywall/sheathing, it doesn't require it.

[@rickyjful]

Also..the knockout in metal box should have a clamp down sleeve

[@JoseBarajas-ke2iu]

Thank you ,...you showed me what goes on in the attic and to see in view where all the wires go ,. I have seen dozens of other videos,.....you finally showed me what I was looking for , the attic part ...thank again 😊

[@frankhardy3530]

Great video. Did exactly what you showed, 6 pot lights in living room. Worked out great. My attic was a mess to work around in but everything turned out great. Thanks for the detailed step by step 👍👍👍.

[@goomba478]

I'm not even doing this for at least a year or two, but I enjoyed your video because you take time on each step and explain it so fully. Your pacing is also really great. Thanks so much!

[@beephoon7489]

I love watching your video. You explained very well and I never get bored watching your video. You have go step by step in every video. Don't keep saying you are repetitive. You are doing very well

[@danielpeters1754]

You tubers always omit the details..Especially the wiring part. They show you how to connect the light to the box but dont explain how to connect the lights to other lights. Thanks for taking the titme to explain the process!

[@mrgpro9149]

EXCELLENT work!!! Never knew how to connect the wires continuously from one light to the other. Thank you! You saved me over 3k for an electrician who quoted me for 4 recessed lights.

[@beephoon7489]

Your video are very well explained .l can watch your video over and over again and never get bored. I have learned alots from your video.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the feedback and love and support! 🙏🏽😊😍

[@victorgutierrez5826]

I plan to install that kind of light and looking for instructional videos, I found this video very helpful.

[@bigbluenationsmith2489]

Good explanation and step by step instructions. Almost like I was reading the instructions with the product. But better.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 so much for the feedback! Means a lot! 🙏🏽😊

[@SkyfalconTin]

Im about to install this same light on the ceiling, I dint want to spend money on the 6 in hole saw, so i just cut it with the jig saw instead. The wiring worry me, im not electrician, but i hope i do well and get this thing done as soon as i can and move on to other thing. Thanks for the video, it help me alot.

[@Tyler-oc9gp]

how does this only have 900 views? this is one of the best videos on youtube for step by step instructions. I was hesitant to do these myself before this video but now I have complete confidence. Thank you!!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽! Means a lot! Please share so it can help more people out worldwide! 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@aurvaroy6670]

You do realize that he didn't install any grommets inside the knockouts for each junction box. That's the best way to nic those wires, cause an arc, and start a fire. There were less severe mistakes like missing a wire nut or crimp sleeve on the ground wires in the attic box, not he explain where the power is coming from and how he did it, if his circuit really is 20 amp, and so on. Either way, this video started out great, but left me disappointed and worried at the end.

[@LordLoMR2]

I’m so glad they came out with these. 4 years ago I had to install retrofit recessed cans... what a mess.

[@FixThisHouse]

These are much easier, low profile and looks clean in my opinion 👍🏽😊

[@aymanantoun2083]

First I would like to thank you so much 🙏 for your great recess lights and the wiring which none of other videos show. I greatly appreciate it The only question for you I wish if you could show how did you wire to the switch at the end Please let me know or if you could do another video Look forward to hearing from you 🙏 Thank you again

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for watching and the great feedback! Yes I would be glad to make a video on this. Stay tuned! 🙏🏽😊

[@joanrock398]

Lol I wanted to find a video like this from months ago we’re the guy will explain. But no like you do , I like the way you run the cable and. Shows the way to doit and connect. I’m glad I’m subscribed to your Chanel. Thanks for the video .

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! 🙏🏽😊

[@tomfuller4205]

Looking to do this in our basement’s drop ceiling. Well done. Excellent video.

[@JoeHendrick-gk8rr]

I did notice one oversight and that came at approx. the 19:16 mark as you ran wires into the light fixtures J-box. You didn't install cable clamps onto the box. Running cables through a punch out might be dangerous, with respect to the sharp edges. I think cable clamps should be used for safety and probably code.

[@dougpfaltzgraff]

i concur

[@tennis2469]

Your video is amazing with all the details about wiring. Now im going to do the entire house and the basement.

[@nabindrasahadeo]

Very good demonstration for a non electrician.

[@mnsweeps]

good video.. why did you use 12/2 wires instead of standard 14/2 for lighting?

[@desiderioybarrajr2680]

You put it in straight to the point detail. Thanks for helping me improve my house .

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 so much! 😊

[@manjitsidhu5154]

Brilliant concise instructions, best I've seen yet. Just one question, does the J Box with each light have to secured or can it just lie on the ceiling. Keep up the good work.

[@michellemcgee9973]

I cant thank you enough. I have watched so many videos and no one has shown how to wire to connect the lights to each other. They rush through it and I could not wrap my head around it. Thank you so much!!!

[@TheAmit4sun]

Wow just wow. Hats off my man. I learned so much today. I just earned a new subscriber 😀. Btw when at attic do walk on the sheet rock or on beams ?

[@sherribyers2990]

Hi, great video and you have so many approval comments. Some people have asked you questions and it would be helpful for those of us who are wondering the same thing if you could respond to the questions. Thank you.

[@tomfuller4205]

Thanks!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the love and support 🙏🏽😊🥹❤️👍🏽

[@ds4081]

Thanks for the great video! Why 12 Wire? 14 should be plenty for a ton of these lights.....but maybe the breaker you have was 20 AMP?

[@ds4081]

Also whats the spacing recommendation on these? Want to use them in my basement.

[@timtanimura9583]

I have a pitched ceiling, can I use this type? grateful to your channel 🙏

[@FixThisHouse]

This will work! But if you have a no attic access or vaulted ceilings you will need to fish the wire. Thank you for watching! 🙏🏽👍🏽

[@Goelmoel]

Question, why did you need to look for the joist? I assumed with wafer thin profile light the joist does not impact the install? Thanks

[@mauriciopuente]

Thank you very much for this video. Everything is extremely well explained. I have question though. I didn't see on your list the main junction box you used in the attic. Could you please let me know where you got it? I can't find the exact thing on Amazon.

[@mavcar38]

Best video for a diy recessed lighting Ive seen. Thank you!

[@insertnamehere9154]

So glad I found ur channel. Im always doing small upgrades in my home. I paid way too much to have popcorn ceiling removed and a bathroom remodeled. Now its time for me to do some of these projects myself (and save money).

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m so happy I could be of help! You can definitely save a lot of money doing things yourself! I’m always here to help! Check out my patreon if you need a direct one on one advice and tips. www.patreon.com/Fixthishouse

[@mplscarsales6652]

Finally, I added pot lights with your help thank you so much ! Only question 🙋‍♂️ now is,I want to add a single pole Dimmer switch and most they sell has 4 wires ? which one of the wires do I not use ? There’s 2 Reds 1 Black 1 Green . Also is it true that I can only use LED dimmer switches not the original incandescent dimmer switches ? I ask because the led dimmer switches are very expensive

[@danielalexis9409]

Thank you so very much sharing. How far apart and how far from the wall did you have to install them please?

[@MusicforInnerSoul]

Awesome vid explanation!!! Just started to do DIY. This video helps a lot. Does the LED light require 20 amps, hence 12/2 romex cable?

[@carlosargoncillo]

I agree, you give more details compaired to the other videos I’ve seen on youtube.. good job! Thanks for posting!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you for watching! 🙏🏽😊

[@sanjivoberoi5361]

Excellent instructional video. Thank you. You are a great trainer.

[@franzticona1835]

Thanks u teach very clear and professional

[@kennethli8]

Great step by step instructions. Love your tips through the whole process 👍👍👍

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽😊

[@simonfoyez1720]

Hi, this is your awesome video!!! Man this is exactly i intend to do..in my case it will be my first floor ceiling living room; Question- does this lights have remote switch or do i need to connect to a new light switch?

[@Sean-Aviation]

excelled video. thanks for all the details. did you use a dimmer switch? if so what dimmer switch will work with the lights? The Jbox you had there was the one that powered your previous single light?

[@naahafoka3290]

Thank you man!! I just did my living room and followed the concept of your video and it worked and came out great! Even used some of the tools you listed. Great video!

[@FixThisHouse]

I’m glad I could be of help! Thank You 🙏🏽

[@kbmitch]

A great video. However, there is a mistake that everyone should be made aware of. Never insert a Romex cable into a box without some type of cable clamp. The boxes for the LED lights are very thin metal and razor sharp. Without a clamp, the edge of the entry hole could cut through the conductors and create a short. There are plastic push in clamps available that are ideal for this application or you can use the classic screw type box clamp.

[@HPX584]

It’s not a big deal as long as you make sure the wires have no stress in them

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Roger that re the use of “snap in connectors” for each knock out in the light boxes. You can pick 50 of these up for around $13 (JAN 2025 price). Too risky to skip this step.

[@Zeusandhispups]

Very informative. Thank you. Just one question... Did you do any video on how to connect to the power supply and switch? I am going to do some can lights and don't know how to create a "new circuit" or if I even need one. Maybe I can tie into another lighting circuit that is already there?

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽! Please stay tuned this week. I will create a video on how to wire a switch, where you can use with this project 👍🏽😊🙏🏽

[@rosadilone675]

I like the video. I only have one concern .it looks like the j box are made out of metal.so when you ran your wine through them you did not install cable connections.

[@FixThisHouse]

You are absolutely correct, you can buy the cable connections cheaply from your hardware store. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@jefflebowski918]

Blown insulation in the attic sucks when installing recessed lights, you have to make sure it's cleared away before you start cutting holes in the ceiling. Another tip is to buy 6" lights instead of 4", they give better coverage and the larger hole allows you to use both hands.

[@kf5345]

Great video, but you should use a rubber/plastic grommet in the knock out holes so the sharp metal edges don’t cut the wire jacket

[@Teeheyward]

hello, when you got to the last light did you only have one strip instead of the loop ?

[@dixon4184]

Awesome video man. Quick question. I want to do this in my living room. The attic above has a light switch and fixture in it. My question is how do I connect this series of wiring to the power source that is already up there? Or how could i connect that to the switch that is in the living room?

[@simonfoyez1720]

Very same question i have !!!

[@mylefteye]

Very informative video. My question to you is, how are the lights holding up? Are you satisfied? Thanks brother, I was thinking about doing this to my whole house.

[@Afisch00]

Alright I'm a little slow. These are wired in series correct. So you have a power source that is going into one light but you are bundling that with the next wire to the next to the next correct? Those wago connectors are carrying the load down the line so to speak?

[@truthistruth6864]

Yes that is correct. The loops that are running through the holes are cut with one end being connected to the light fixture (Wafer Light) using the provided wire nuts in the junction box the other cut end is attached to the same color wire using the same wire nuts in the junction box. So you will have three wires in each wire nut. The factory installed wire coming from the light, the power wire coming from the source and the daisy chain wire that goes to the next light thus creating the daisy chain. He then goes to the next light and does the same thing and that will daisy chain all your lights together creating a complete circuit. The only one that isn't daisy chained is the last light on the circuit as that's where the daisy chain will end so you won't have any wires coming out of that junction box just going in from the second to last light. Just be sure to use cable connectors in those junction box cutouts so the wire going in doesn't get damaged on the sharp edges of where the cutout is on the junction box. That's the only part he left out but he does say earlier in the comments that he went back and added those.

[@jerrymay3806]

Nicely done, but where did you derive power from?

[@NghiaPham-xi5so]

The J Box , did you connect the main power source with the new wiring and put that in the box? Also, the main power source was that wiring aleady there or did you install that first? Thanks

[@FixThisHouse]

Hi! The box was connected from the switch and main power.

[@Chris-hd7lr]

when you wired up the blue jay box in the attic, was that with the existing wire from the switch?

[@cyberdog0802]

Appreciate this diy and exactly what I was hoping to see as I did not want to keep the can lighting setup. Question... the wires in the ceiling are red, white and yellow. Does the yellow connect with the black? I've comes across some articles that could be the case.

[@drewlindo1491]

This a great DIY for a simple, unrefined option for those that don’t mind the unsightly glare these lights produce. For the well trained eye, these are not the classical, Recessed Lights that a traditional setup will yield. Recessed Lighting should be glare controlled, and the light source should be out of sight when viewed from far away.

[@MrSteeDoo]

Good point. Not many youtubers mention this concept,

[@frenchiesfrankieandhenry]

The first video that explains how to set up the lights in series. Great video, brother.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 so much!

[@danev6972]

I have an existing daisy chained pot lights in my kitchen..Is it possible to add a totally different light fixture (same wattage)on the same chain ? Thx.

[@lindafoofoo]

Good explanation of how to install these low profile potlights, EXCEPT... what if you hade a 2 story and are trying to put lights in kitchen, and the ceiling joists are a barrier to fishing the wire to another part of the room. Attic access is fine, unless you don't have it. Suggestions welcome.

[@JasonSmith-qx3zh]

Glad I found you, got my popcorn 🍿 lets go!!!

[@scottalexander8856]

great video.. but u def need a plastic bushing to protect the romex to the sharp edges of the box.... Arlington NM94-25 Black Button Push-In NM Cable Connector, 3/8 Trade Size

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 for the advice!

[@GTD1014]

I have the same recessed lights and the knock-out size is 3/4" for 3/4 trade size. 3/8 trade size is good for 1/2" knock out size.

[@vdubing01]

Thank you! You answered all my amateur DIY questions.

[@emilyhoganvisuals9]

I’m interested in learning how this was wired to a switch. I wish we could’ve seen that.

[@brianbusch8777]

Switch was already wired. He just tapped into old supply from switch

[@ROS3NROT]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing. Btw I thought 5000k light is a bit too bright for my eyes.

[@jimhh12]

Absolutely outstanding video. Clear, concise and you moved it right along. The list of items needed was also exceptionally helpful and saved me a LOT of research time. Well done and thank you.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! I’m very glad I was able to help 🙏🏽😊 your comment means a lot! 🙏🏽😭

[@AlexAKAPerson]

This is the best video covering recessed lighting! Thank you so much!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much! Means a lot! 😊😭

[@jdfnp]

Excellent video! Im planning on installing these as shower lights and this is an awesome resource! Thanks!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 for watching! Wish you the best on your project!

[@angelrosario9183]

Love your channel. I'm currently working on installing recess lights on the entire first floor. I've seen your 3 way switch set up video with the light fixture in the might which is extremely helpful. How can I install multiple recess lights with the the 3 way switches are at each end of the run? I'm in the rough in stage if the make any difference. Thank you.

[@adrianlugasing8246]

Is the connection series or parallel? Nice step by step video on how to do it.

[@gocanada9749]

parallel

[@jhahiranand]

Hello, first of all thank you for this detailed video, it is really helpful. I have a question, what are those 2 wires you are inserting in the blue junction box on the attic (this is at 18:11 in the video)? Are those from the wire that you are running in all the holes? or are you connecting the one end (left while inserting in first hole) of the wire that you are running to the live wire at the attic which had cap on it to bring the current in this running wire?

[@chiefsphan741]

Did you put the insulation back over the light? I noticed the first one looks like it was cut.

[@jameskelly2777]

Start to finish unedited. Very nice 🤹

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@oscarguerrero3499]

Thank-you so much for the step-by-step instructions. I am not an electrician but after watching this, I am confident that I can do these myself.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 so much for the feedback! 👍🏽😊

[@chinohernandez9212]

Great video homie so helpful and well explained thank you so much I subscribed and liked .

[@charlieanguiano3437]

I like you video very clean thank you bro.

[@jasonh8542]

Great video but what do you do when you don’t have the attic?

[@forloversonly2098]

Great video! Great instructions keeping everything to the point. ADVICE: Im trying to determine how lights to install for 24' x 15' family room for ambient lighting? Im assuming six because eight seem a bit much. Also any dimmer suggestions ?

[@copertom7003]

God bless you and all your family.

[@pedrodelgado5622]

Question is the first jbox in the attic nessasary? Can you just go straight to the first pot with the main power wire if you've got enough slack on the wire?

[@FixThisHouse]

Hi! That is a great question! The answer is no. If you have enough slack just connect the power to the first pot light and it’s jbox and continue the series 👍🏽😊

[@billmonroe8826]

Hey buddy, You need to use a romex connector on each of those low voltage boxes. That is really a must.

[@kshum6604]

Thanks. The color temperature doesn't really affect the clarity of the lights though. That's more on CRI and lumen level. I really advise against using 5500k apart from maybe your garage. Go for 2700k-3000k and get a high CRI light and install a dimmer.

[@alkeshmathur4546]

Very very eloquently done kind sir!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you 🙏🏽 for watching! 👍🏽😊

[@farzinghodsi622]

I most certainly enjoyed and learned from your terrific educational video. Thank you!

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you so much for the awesome feedback! 🙏🏽😊

[@jairjimenez7882]

Finally a great detailed video thank you so much!!

[@pbemusicgroup]

Good morning. Great video. Question, I'm installing an LED bathroom mirror (hard wired). There's only a hot and neutral, no ground. After I tie together black to black, white to white, what do I do with the ground coming from the Romex 12-2?

[@dellainspiron8929]

hi one spot light will works if istall alone or i need to install all in series?

[@FixThisHouse]

Yes most definitely! You can have 1 installed is fine 👍🏽😊

[@dellainspiron8929]

@@FixThisHouse thx bro

[@walterdiaz2003]

@18:11 is that the wire that come from the breaker?. If so, could the light box be a "junction box" if you don't have an external box to join the wires?. I understand that the junction box should be visible but they are not if they are above the ceiling drywall. Great video!.

[@MoneyManHolmes]

It has to be accessible. If you have an attic large enough to easily move around in, that typically fits the requirements. Check your local codes though, of course.

[@69mjar]

Awesome video. I will be installing these with my kitchen remodel.

[@FixThisHouse]

Thank you! And I wish you well on your project! Stay safe! 🙏🏽😊👍🏽

[@ArcaneEdge]

I’m a beginner and debating should I do this DIY why how was this connected to a switch? Only thing I didn’t see and what if you don’t have a free connection in your attic?

[@Oscar93646]

Can you explain where your power source in the attic came from? (Did you feed it from the breaker? Was a being used for a previous fixture?) I'm not sure if you mentioned that and I may have missed it.

[@eastbayraiderfan]

Yes, this is my question. Also it kind of has to come from a light switch to turn these all on

[@Ronoir]

Same question. Do I split the wiring from my living room ceiling fan or does the power come from the breaker.

[@Oscar93646]

I just installed some of these lights in my home and I tapped into the old fixture wiring. Split the existing wire, added some 14-2 romex (to carry power to new lights) and tied it together with some wire nuts.

[@mandyrichardson1952]

I came to the comments expecting everyone to ask this. It was the most glossed over detail of the video but the most vital info imo. I’m kind of shocked by how few are asking.

[@q4prez823]

Why did you use 14-2 instead of 12-2?