He adds that in homes, he often installs 4-inch LED recessed lights at 6,000 to 8,000 lumens for living spaces. Ahead, learn more ins and outs of recessed lighting, and find out why the following ...

Unscrew the wing nut that holds the base of the light in place and remove the socket. Then, snap the socket into the top of the eyeball shroud and push the eyeball trim up into the can.