A downlight, also known as a recessed light or can light, is a light fixture that is installed in a hollow opening in the ceiling. They are commonly used to provide general or task lighting in a variety of interior environments, including homes, offices, and commercial spaces. Some common scenarios where downlighting might be applied include:
Provide task lighting for counters or islands in the kitchen.
Provide general lighting in the living room or bedroom.
Provide accent lighting in a home theater or media room.
Provide task lighting for vanity or accentuate features like vanity or mirror in bathroom.
Provide general lighting or highlight products or displays in commercial environments such as retail stores or restaurants.
Downlights are popular because they are relatively unobtrusive and can be easily integrated into ceilings without taking up too much space.
They are also very energy efficient and can be used in a variety of light sources including incandescent, fluorescent and LED bulbs.