How do I know how many recessed lights to add?

Interiors
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Our living room has no overhead lighting. How do I know how many recessed lights to add? Is there a formula based on square footage?

2

Depending on your ceiling height and level (vaulted / flat), a recessed LED light should cover between 6’X6’ to 8’X8’.

It’s always good to have more lights and place them on a dimmer - you never know how bright you may want it.

Also - if the room is big and takes a lot of lights - sometimes its better to split them in 1/2 and have a separate control for each 1/2. This will have to do with the shape and layout of the room.

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You should consult with an electrician.