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4-inch recessed LED downlight

Round LED can light installed flush in a ceiling, with integrated driver and 90+ CRI LED module. Standard 4-inch aperture provides focused task or general illumination across most residential rooms.

Cost tier

BUDGET

Cost / sqft

$1.5–$4

Install

trade

Durability

high

Maintenance

low

Moisture

fair

Cost notes

Pricing covers fixture + electrician install on a typical residential layout. Wet-rated trims required in showers per IRC E4002.14.

Aesthetic

  • Finish: matte white trim, black trim, brushed nickel trim
  • Color range: warm white 2700K, neutral 3000K, cool 4000K
  • Visual weight: light

Climate suitability

Hot-humid
Hot-dry
Mixed-humid
Mixed-dry
Cold
Arctic

Code notes

IECC requires high-efficacy lamps (LED) per Section R404.1.

Source

Architectural Graphic StandardsArchitectural Graphic Standards (Ramsey/Sleeper) — Materials chapter

Tags: recessed, LED, downlight, ceiling