Q: I’m dealing with a concrete ceiling in a condominium. If I use LED recessed lighting, do I still have to drop a 6-inch soffit? Someone told me that LED cans take up less space than traditional ...

Recessed lighting was popular for a long time in people's homes. In 2026, it has become outdated and there are other ...

Dear Jim: I like recessed lights, but I hear they are leaky and inefficient. Are there new types which are more efficient? How do I install one properly in an insulated ceiling? – Drew H. Dear Drew: ...

Dear Jamie: For task lighting over a computer work area, recessed LED lighting is an excellent choice. Having the light focused down from overhead is ideal for a computer station in a multiuse area, ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? The Takeaway: These new style recessed LEDs from Torchstar are so thin they’re barely ...

Lighting trend shift: Uniform recessed ceiling lights are giving way to layered, customizable fixtures in 2026’s home and office designs. Why it’s changing: Experts see recessed lighting as outdated ...

Q: My townhouse was built with can lights in the ceiling. What are my options to replace them? In the kitchen, I am always cooking in my shadow and can’t see anything! A: A smart lighting plan directs ...

I'm in the slow process of turning a room on the first floor of my townhome into a workout room.<BR><BR>As part of that, I'm contemplating replacing the builder-grade ceiling fixture with some ...

Q: I bought and renovated a house in 2007 and in doing so put in recessed lighting in the bedrooms. They are the bane of my life. Sometimes they go on, sometimes not. Then I buy new bulbs, which are ...