What Is a Flush Mount

A flush mount light is typically a dome-shaped ceiling light fixture that’s mounted flush to the ceiling. A semi-flush mount light is more decorative, and the base of the light extends just below the ceiling.

What does flush mounting mean?

Filters. A way of mounting a fixture , e.g. a socket so that the body of the fixture is inside the wall, leaving only a cover plate on top of the surface of the wall.

What is the difference between flush mounted and recessed lighting?

Recessed lighting has pots usually inside the ceiling and carries the lamp holder into which the bulbs are screwed. They provide good ambient lighting and narrow beams. On the other hand, flush mount lighting is broader and disperse more light beams in a room. They have canopies in place of pots.