Brighten Any Room With 4-in Recessed Lighting
Unsure where to start your search for the right 4-in recessed lighting? Lowe’s can help.
4-in 4-in Recessed Lighting Trim Types
4-in 4-in Recessed lighting fixtures have three main components: the trim, the housing and the bulb. 4-in 4-in Recessed light trim fits inside the housing and extends to form the outer ring that’s visible on the ceiling.
Different trim types offer different aesthetics, including modern 4-in recessed lighting options.
- Baffle Trim: The most common 4-in recessed lighting trim, ribbed baffle trim has a textured interior that minimizes glare. Bulbs fit inside the fixture so that the 4-in light is inset, not flush with the ceiling.
- Reflector Trim: Made with a mirrored surface, this trim boosts illumination. Bulbs are inset, as they are with baffle trim.
- Open Trim: This trim features bulbs that are flush or nearly flush with the ceiling.
- Shower Trim: Bulbs with tempered glass lenses make these 4-in lights suitable for wet spaces, such as showers and bathrooms.
To learn more about all trim types and to see photos of each one, read our 4-in 4-in Recessed Light Buying Guide.
Bulb Types
4-in 4-in Recessed lighting commonly uses halogen and LED bulbs. LED bulbs are an especially long-lasting and energy-efficient option, meaning they can help to lower energy costs. These bulbs are also cool to the touch — which can make them safer and easier to replace. Some 4-in recessed lights are compatible with screw-in bulbs, while others use pin base bulbs.
For more information to help you choose the 4-in right bulbs, check out Lowe’s 4-in Light Bulb Buying Guide.
Save Time, Buy a Kit
One way to simplify the purchase of 4-in recessed lighting is to buy a light kit. Kits include both the housing and trim in one package and come in many sizes and types. Line-voltage kits, for example, are standard 4-in light kits that run on household current. Low-voltage kits utilize a transformer to reduce household voltage. They’re more expensive to purchase but can reduce energy costs.
After you choose the 4-in recessed lighting and recessed lighting accessories that are 4-in right for your home, it’s time for installation. Many homeowners opt to hire an electrician to do the job. But if you want to learn how to install 4-in recessed lighting yourself, check out our step-by-step instructions on How to Install 4-in 4-in Recessed Lighting.