Question 1

Can I use recessed lighting in hallways?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Sitting flush with the ceiling, recessed lighting is discreet and takes up little space. This makes it a popular lighting choice for hallways, particularly in modern homes or those with low ceilings.

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Question 2

Can I use recessed LED lights in the kitchen?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Recessed lights, also known as downlights or can lights, sit flush with the ceiling – making them a great lighting solution for small kitchens or kitchens with low ceilings where pendant lights may cause obstructions.

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Question 3

What is recessed can lighting?

Accepted Answer

Can lighting is another name for recessed lights. The name comes from the housing fixture, which is cylindrical and metal, resembling a canister. This makes it look like the bulb has been installed into an empty can. The fixture is then inserted into an opening in the ceiling, which makes can lighting a great option for rooms where there isn’t space for a hanging fixture.

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Question 4

What is smart LED recessed lighting?

Accepted Answer

Also called downlights, recessed lights sit flush with the ceiling. Smart recessed lights feature all the smart features of Philips Hue.

Question 5

Which smart bulbs can be used for recessed lighting?

Accepted Answer

Philips Hue recessed lights come with integrated LEDs, so you don't need to get a separate bulb.

Question 6

Can I control LED recessed lights with voice?

Accepted Answer

You can control any smart recessed light with your voice by pairing it with your favourite smart home assistant, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri.