I bought several dozen 3" recessed lights from HD on clearance for around $6.00 each, and they have 50W halogen bulbs in them. They can be aimed, and they have satin nickel faces and trim, etc. Technically, they are for remodeling, because they were sold without the new construction hangers. However, I can purchase the hangers separately for joist-hanging in my new construction application.
My question is, does anyone have any experience using 3" lights like this in a home? I'm thinking about using them in the 16'x17' kitchen and elsewhere on the 1st floor (non-insulated areas), but I am unsure of:
1. How they will look (aesthetically) being that they are only 3" cans and have the satin nickel trim which will be against a white ceiling (note that there will be stainless appliances in the kitchen); and
2. How the 50W halogens will light the area, as compared to typical 6" incandescent bulbs.
Thanks for any input.
My question is, does anyone have any experience using 3" lights like this in a home? I'm thinking about using them in the 16'x17' kitchen and elsewhere on the 1st floor (non-insulated areas), but I am unsure of:
1. How they will look (aesthetically) being that they are only 3" cans and have the satin nickel trim which will be against a white ceiling (note that there will be stainless appliances in the kitchen); and
2. How the 50W halogens will light the area, as compared to typical 6" incandescent bulbs.
Thanks for any input.