Install Decorative Trim

What happens in this clip

With the light engine wired and installed, you can now customize the appearance of your recessed light. Select your preferred decorative trim piece, such as a white baffle, a gold cone, or any other style that matches your aesthetic. Gently align the trim with the opening of the recessed housing and push it firmly into place until it clicks or sits securely and flush with the finished ceiling surface. Once installed, restore power at the breaker and test the light to ensure it functions correctly.

Goal: Complete the recessed light installation with the desired aesthetic trim

What's used

Materials

• Decorative Trim (Gold Cone)
• Decorative Trim (White Baffle)
• Gold cone
• Square trim

About the full video

This DIY project provides a detailed, step-by-step guide for installing trimless recessed lighting in a drywall ceiling. The process covers everything from precisely cutting the openings and installing the light housings, to seamlessly finishing the drywall, painting, performing electrical wiring, and finally inserting the light engines and decorative trim pieces for a clean, modern aesthetic.

Step 7 of 7: Finishing Touches

If your recessed lights come with separate trim pieces or covers, install them now according to the manufacturer's instructions. These typically snap or twist into place. Remove any debris, dust, or drywall scraps from the work area and ensure the stairwell is clean and safe.

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Every video in How to Install Recessed Step Lights in a Stairwell Wall

1. Step 1: Plan Light Layout

   • 0:34–0:49 Mark Light Placement
   • 5:10–6:00 Integrate Stair Niche Lights
   • 0:00–0:27 Planning and Safety

2. Step 2: Cut Fixture Openings

   • 0:04–0:10 Mark and Cut Drywall Hole
   • 0:00–0:01 Trace Cutout with Template
   • 0:17–0:22 Cut the Ceiling Hole

3. Step 3: Run Electrical Wire

   • 0:59–1:18 Run Electrical Wires
   • 4:35–5:25 Run New Electrical Wires
   • 1:57–2:46 Run Electrical Wires to Light Fixtures

4. Step 4: Connect Fixtures to Power

   • 2:01–3:49 Connect Electrical Wires
   • 0:41–0:51 Connect Electrical Wires
   • 0:00–0:02 Connect Electrical Wires to Fixture

5. Step 5: Install Light Fixtures

   • 4:51–5:50 Mount the Fixture in the Ceiling
   • 0:18–0:22 Install Recessed Light
   • 0:11–0:18 Connect and Install Recessed Light Fixture

6. Step 6: Restore Power and Test

   • 0:00–0:30 Test and Finalize Installation
   • 1:36–1:44 Restore Power and Test Functionality
   • 0:24–0:26 Test New Lighting System

7. Step 7: Finishing Touches

   • 0:16–0:33 Install Decorative Trim (this video)
   • 2:19–2:48 Install Trims
   • 2:19–2:28 Final Installation and Snap into Place