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Recessed Lighting Pictures

Before
"Before" - "Rough-in" for an air-tight recessed downlight fixture.

After
"After" - The finished installation after drywall. Note the caulking that seals the fixture to the drywall.

Air-Tight Labels

Air-Tight label
Air-Tight label
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