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Need some opinions on light fixture (recessed/surface mount)

6 years ago

Double post from Building Home...I am getting ready to pick the lighting for the rough in. I am
having a hard time deciding between Halo Recessed Can or Halo SLD Flush
Down Light.

Here are some links: Traditional Recessed Light (White trim piece)

The can fixture for the traditional recessed light: Recessed Fixture

OR

The Halo Flush Light that attached into either a can fixture OR a 3.5" round light fixture box (smaller) Flush Mount

I don't see a major difference in the appearance. I do not know
which one provides better light --- which is subjective I imagine -- but
overall, the flush mount ones offer higher lumen choices. The benefit
of the recessed ones are easy to change trims, and bulbs, and more bulb
options (different angles, brands, etc) and have an easy to adjust
fixture (during rough in stage). The benefit of the flush mount is a
lot more insulation in attic, easier to get air tight with tape or
caulking, cheaper receptacle box (But more expensive fixture), smaller
profile to get closer to a truss if needed for certain layout.

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