Trimless
LED
Recessed
Lighting
Mud-in can lights offer a built-in aesthetic for modern commercial and residential spaces.
Trimless Recessed Lighting for Seamless Integration
Achieve a sleek aesthetic with flangeless LED recessed lights by Alcon Lighting. These mud-in downlights offer a clean appearance with no visible trim for a minimalist look, perfect for modern architectural designs.
- Glare-reducing features and lenses that support visual comfort
- Universal dimming compatibility and advanced Bluetooth-enabled color-tuning controls
- Practical options for commercial projects, such as emergency battery backup and Title 24-compliant sensors
We offer volume pricing for large orders. Call us for questions and complementary layout assistance.
Applications and use
HBHQ Office & Podcast Studio | Fort Worth, TX
Trimless round can lights provide ambient lighting in an office breakroom with a frosted lens to reduce glare.
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Mike’s Organic | Cos Cob, CT
Round recessed LED lights illuminate checkout counters at an organic grocery store
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1716 Wilton Court Apartments | Palo Alto, CA
Square flangeless recessed downlights with Title 24-compliant sensors dim the lights when natural light abounds.
VIEW PROFILETrimless Downlight FAQ
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Trimless LED recessed lights offer a clean, seamless appearance that complements modern architectural designs. Without visible trim, also known as a flange, these fixtures blend seamlessly into ceilings, providing a minimalist aesthetic.
Choosing the right lens can minimize glare and reduce eyestrain from downlighting. Frosted lenses and louvers are good options for lighting spaces where glare is a concern. Depending on the desired fixture layout, choosing a wider beam spread can also help reduce glare.
Please refer to the spec sheet for lens and beam spread options available on each product.
Yes. Most of our trimless downlights offer universal dimming compatibility with drivers for 0-10V, TRIAC, ELV and MLV systems.
Color temperature controls vary by product. Please refer to the spec sheet to find control options for each trimless downlight. You can also use the Light Direction filter to choose a specific color temperature or color tuning option.
Alcon Lighting offers:
- CCT selection via a 3 to 5-position color temperature switch
- Warming dimming technology for ambient lighting
- Tunable-white technology for precise color temperature control
- RGBW controls for a full spectrum of colors plus static or tunable white
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Yes, mud-in recessed lighting can be ideal under patios, soffits and covered exterior walkways. Many can lights featured on this page are suitable for outdoor use. Damp-location products suit outdoor environments that are under cover, while wet-location products are safe for exposure to rain and snow.
Look for the Damp Location Suitable and Wet Location Suitable labels on product pages and spec sheets to find products that suit your outdoor project.
Yes. Alcon Lighting builds fixtures to specification. Customization options for trimless recessed lighting may include:
- Reflector finish
- Lumens
- Dimming driver
- Color temperature or color tuning controls
- Beam spread
- Light direction (downlight, adjustable, wall wash)
- Housing
- Certifications, such as wet location, IC ratings and BAA compliance
- Optional features, such as emergency battery backup and Title 24-compliant sensors
Please refer to the spec sheet for ordering information on each product.
Most products offer various housing options based on the type of installation:
- Non-IC rated for new construction: If insulation clearance isn't a concern and you're installing in a space without insulation contact
- IC-rated for new construction: When installation requires direct contact with insulation, this ensures safety and energy efficiency
- Fire-rated for new construction: Opt for fire-rated housing for added fire protection, crucial for areas where fire integrity is essential
- No housing required: This option is suitable when retrofitting existing spaces, providing flexibility and ease of installation
Please refer to the spec sheet for ordering information on each product.
Flangeless Recessed Lighting Made for Architects and Designers
Alcon Lighting offers fully customizable mud-in recessed lighting built to a commercial project's specifications. Whether you're working on new construction or retrofitting an existing space, we assist in specifying lights that align with your design vision, giving you the flexibility to create lighting solutions that perfectly complement a project’s architectural aesthetics and functional requirements.
For architects working on government, military or municipal projects, look for the Buy American Act-compliant seal on product pages and spec sheets. You can also use the Qualifications filter at the top of the catalog to find BAA products.
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