DID YOU KNOW? A great spot for a light is under the stairs in your entryway — Brighten up the space!
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- 0:00–0:27 Planning and Safety
From How to Install Recessed Step Lights in a Stairwell Wall, Step 1: Plan Light Layout
Before beginning any work, ensure the power to the area is turned off at the circuit breaker. This is a critical safety step. Then, locate a suitable position for the recessed light under the stairs. Use a stud finder to check for ceiling joists or other obstructions in the proposed installation area. Confirm there is enough clearance above the ceiling surface for the recessed light housing. Use a tape measure and pencil to mark the exact center point for the light.
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0:01 Did you know that this is actually a great place for a can light underneath a set of stairs like what I'm standing under under right here. This would normally be kind of like a Harry Potter closet, but no closet here. So, the issue that you have with these is your light isn't going to come down from the second story. So, you kind of get a dark corner here. Adding a little cam light in here like this homeowner has in the existing home. It's actually a pretty cool and good way to light this little area. So, you can put some furniture here, maybe some art.
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