Anybody replaced their old recessed lighting fixtures with an LED module? I just bought a house and there are three of these, two in a hallway downstairs and another one in the landing at the top of ...

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: ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 52nd installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary. We’re excited to publish their tale of buying and renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first ...

Nick has seven years of experience in the home improvement industry. He started his career marketing for dozens of flooring providers and related home services across North America. Today, he is a ...

Whether you're building a brand new home, doing a major remodel, or just want to upgrade and modernize a single room, recessed lighting should be on your list of options. Recessed lights (often called ...

These retrofit units can be tricky to install, but they’re worth it as an upgrade for both cosmetics and lighting intelligence. If you haven’t remodeled in recent years, you might be surprised to find ...

Dear Ron: Track lighting is attractive and actually much more effective than recessed lighting. Particularly with older recessed fixtures, much of the light never gets out of the recessed canister. If ...

Q: I am changing the old fluorescent tubes in my kitchen to new recessed LED lights. My original estimate included the installation of 6-inch cans, trim and lights, but now the electrician tells me ...

When selecting an LED fixture, it’s crucial to assess the lighting needs in the room. This involves understanding the purpose of the light. For example, you might require general lighting to brighten ...