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What kind of recessed cans do you use for a vaulted ceiling?

beth9
15 years ago

Our contractor's electrician installed the same 5" recessed cans in our family room's vaulted ceiling as he did in the flat ceilings of our home. It is not "horrible", but when you look up a little bit, the light is shining right in your eyes rather than down at the floor.

What is the right recessed can to install in a high vaulted ceiling? Should it have been an adjustable gimbal ring?

If we do swap out for a different type of can, what do we need to change?-- the whole housing? If so, what brand is recommended and how much will it cost per light?

Thanks SO much.