Questions and Answers for Globe Electric 4 in. White Dimmable Recessed New Construction and Remodel Lighting Kit (10-Pack)

A:  Yes, these use a clamping system that uses the flooring or ceiling to hold it in place. So it can be use on the floor, ceiling and walls.

A:  Soffits are under the eaves and if you mounted then "upside down" then with wiring would be visible and you would be lighting the roof decking. So assuming you want a light to shine upwards (towards heaven) to showcase your house, I would use a landscaping type fixture with an LED bulb. The recessed cans are not made for the outside application. If you can send a picture, that may help.

A:  I think these can mount facing upward in a soffit. You need about 6-7 inches of depth in the soffit minimum. The mechanism for clamping has two clamps that tighten against the Sheetrock, and should work just as well upside down in my opinion.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, you may install these in a soffit and can be used upwards. Best regards,

A:  I don't see why not, as long you have room to insert the lite housing to hide it, also not be expose to water

A:  If you have a floating type of soffit whereby the whole unit was sitting atop of then yes... To be used as up lighting! Mounted in the soffit would have the rounded end of the steel frame of fixture showing thru

A:  Yes. I went with LED's.

A:  Yes I purchased these recess lights and loved them. My son place them and it gave my home a different look.

A:  No, this unit uses a maximum 50 watt bulb.

A:  Yes- LEDs emit much less heat than traditional light bulbs, so using LEDs that have a wattage equivalent of 75 or highter should be fine.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. The maximum wattage is 50W. Best regards,

A:  Yes. Higher wattage will work but cans will possible have a shorter life span.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, these bulbs will fit as long as it is a 50-Watt max MR16 GU10. Best regards,

A:  They use the GU10 fitment, I would think the fit would work. The "Hue" I believe is the type of light the bulb displays. I hope this helps.

A:  Yes the GU10 LED bulb will fit as long as it has the MR16 shaped base. When you buy the bulb the MR16 equivalent is identified on the package

A:  I can't answer spefically that the Hue GU10 bulb will fit in it but I've installed a bunch of these and always use LED bulbs from Amazon instead of the halogen ones. Based on the size of the Hue bulb and the ones I usually use from Amazon, I don't think you'll have an issue. The bulbs I typically order are the Triangle Bulbs GU10 model T95031.

A:  I used the EcoSmart bulbs below. It says it's a GU10

A:  Yes, that is the bulbs that I use in my lights.

A:  It's been a while since I installed mine, but that Bulb number seems like they are the Bulbs I used as I remember.

A:  I’m only 80 percent sure, but I think this is too thick. When you push the clamps down, I think that they need space to come down flat to the inside of the ceiling, and probably don’t at that thickness. Additionally the clearance of the electrical box to the lighting rim is probably only about that dimension, so you might not even be able to push the unit up flat into the space above the ceiling. These are great lights. Could always try one from a single pack, and by a ten pack if it works? Another way to use would be to cut out sections in the plaster and lathe between joists and replace in a section of Sheetrock, and then cut new holes for the lights

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. You may use these lights for that application. Best regards,

A:  The feet to lock it in the hole are adjustable. However it does take more effort to push the feet into place

A:  I think that they MAY work, I don't know the capabilities of the slider bracket holder thing. Buy one and see or go and look and measure.

A:  Just installed 18 of these fixtures with half in 1/2 dw and the other half in 5/8 dw I had one condition that had two layers of 1/2. I had to slightly bend the spring clips on the trim to get it stay in the ceiling. It did work but I would not exceed 1 inch of thickness.

A:  No it isn't too thick just use the template it comes with

A:  yes they will not work with the ceiling that thick.

A:  https://recessedlighting.com/recessed-lighting-calculator/

A:  I don’t know about manufacturers recommendations, but I’d say each light will provide adequate lighting for at least 7’x7’. So for a 14x14 room you’d use 4.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. Although not true in all cases, the general guidelines for coverage of recessed lighting is 1 light every 5 Linear Feet, or 1 light every 25 square feet. Best regards,

A:  I think six lights would be enough, but it depends on what kind of room it is because my kitchen is just a little larger and I have seven lights which there are three lights over my sink area because I wanted lot of light and it is very good, I love it.

A:  I bought these about 1 year ago to light my pool table. I used 6 there and the other 4 I used in a 10 x 10 office. Plenty of light. Most times I dimmed them down in the office unless I need a lot of light then I crank them up. Very happy with them. Good deal and product.

A:  This model is new construction ready with the Globe Electric 90141 Mounting Plate (sold separately).

A:  Not sure what you are asking as I finished my basement and it was new construction. I installed 40 of these units. Rough in your wire leaving a good 1 foot tail to hang out at the hole where your light is going. Make sure not to staple the wire to close where the light opening is in the ceiling as it will make it difficult to get the light in as you will crimp the wire. I laid out my lights and had the sheetrock cut for the lights before I placed the rock in place. Just pull the wire through the opening as you raise it in place. The reason I went with these as you do not need to buy the housing support from joist to joist. They offer new construction housing ceiling support, but they are 6 to 10 dollars each, which is about the same for most recessed lights. They support themselves very well. Also remember if you do not use an LED bulb you need to purchase the heat shield to keep anything from touching the unit as Halogen bulbs get very hot which is the same for any unit that uses incandescent or Halogen bulbs.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. The new construction plate is model 90141. Best regards,

A:  I use these in NC builds. I have the wiring in place, my sheet rockers install and finish the rock, i paint, then drill 3 5/8" holes for the lights.

A:  they are great had my since last year!!!!

A:  They are not exterior but under the soffit might be okey, because the housing would be protected from the elements. I would probably repaint the trim ring just for some extra protection.

A:  Sorry, don't know. We had them installed in our kitchen after a renovation. We were happy with the amount of light they produced and the fact that they were able to be directed to a particular spot.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. We do not recommend using these outdoors as they are not wet or damp rated. You may be interested in something like our Model # 91222 Designer Slim Directional 4 in. White Integrated LED Recessed Kit. For further information please feel free to contact us at 1-888-543-1388 or info@globe-electric.com. Best regards,

A:  These lights are not made for outside installation. I don't know if HD makes an exterior version

A:  Should work under your soffits. Just don't squirt water on them

A:  No not for outside

A:  Yes, just don't get them wet.

A:  No, They simply attach to the drywall. Drill a hole (I used a hole saw but on my drill), wire it up, and pop it in. Piece of cake!

A:  All you need is in the package or box. If you have insulation in the joist space make sure you have insulation rated and use LED bulbs. Also, make sure you cut holes exactly the recommended rough in size. We loop the wire runs and install lights after painting.

A:  You will not need an adapter plate or trim piece, but these are not meant to be installed in insulated areas as the description stated they could. I had to return them because the instructions specifically stated do NOT get within x inches of insulation.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. The adapter plate is for new construction. If you are looking for the plate it is model 90141. Best regards,

A:  The adaptor plates are just for new construction or if you remove all the Sheetrock as part of your remodel.

A:  I don’t thinks so - you can plaint the caps - these are great installed on dimmers and they use very little power so you can double up for full coverage - I also used the quick connectors and had them ready to go for install - good luck!

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately we only sell the kit as a whole and no trims are sold separately. There is model 90964 you can look at that is in a Oil rubbed bronze. Best regards,

A:  Thank you for your inquiry. We do not recommend using these in wet or damp locations since they are not damp/wet rated and the trims are at risk of rusting over time in humid/damp environments. Feel free to contact us at 1-888-543-1388 or info@globe-electric.com for help in choosing a suitable option for you. Best Regards,

A:  Absolutely

A:  Sure

A:  Sure can. A garage does not get nearly as humid as in a shower. I don't foresee any issues.

A:  I have one install in each bath above the shower and have not had any issues with humidity at this point.