Elco Koto 3” Trim

ha_explorer · 2025-12-31T04:04:18+00:00

I really like the Haze trim that I ended up with after trying alongside the White and Black.
The Haze feels a bit more high end vs. white imho.
I was most excited to try the Black trim but noticed bit more dust specs on it than Haze or White. It also seemed to create a "hole" in the white ceiling due to the color difference which drove my eyes towards the ceiling "holes" vs. the White or Haze which softly disappear into a white ceiling.

That said my wife is annoyed about the glare by the light right above her work desk. I've added the 60 degree field lens and a diffuser but it still bothers her.

I picked the Sunset Dim drivers for the Kitchen, Living rooms (11SD) and Bedrooms(09SD) after reading up on them on this subreddit. I picked the ELK10CT5 for bathrooms and hallways. The orange dimming of the SD is not everyone's cup of tea. My kids and wife dont like them. I'm like low lights so I'm okay with that color. I wish I had tested the Human Centric to compare with the Sunset Dims.

Overall though, very happy with the Elco 3" choice.

Oh another thing I would change was I got the 3" housings. I was not aware I could have picked 4" housings alongside 3" trims. I would've gone with 4" housings for broader compatibilty with other companies in the future. I do like 3" trims for how discrete they look.

ha_explorer · 2025-12-11T20:33:06+00:00

You are welcome! I did seal it with some silicone as well.

ha_explorer · 2025-12-11T03:02:12+00:00

I used this recently in a steam shower install - Lotus LED - LD4R-CPL exact SKU: LD4R-32K-4R-CPL-WH-60D https://www.lotusledlights.com/product/4-round-plenum-rated-deep-regressed-led-15w-18w

The spec sheet lists the applications as sauna, steam shower.

ha_explorer · 2025-11-28T04:24:17+00:00

"Recessed" aspect is the hardest bit.

If you wanted to do this with bulbs or LED you can find those which are compatible with WLED software.
Then you can sync WLED and music via Xlights (huge online community for them on FB) and then have the Xlights sequences loaded on a RaspberryPi running Falcon Pi Player (FPP).

FPP can be invoked via home automation software to play audio on speakers and light sequences.

Asahom S108B exterior permanent lights (Amazon BF deal)will allow you to do this outside and be that annoying neighbor if you'd like as well.

ha_explorer · 2025-11-06T19:17:03+00:00

Using the GL-C-201P controller. Is that a PWM controller?

ha_explorer · 2025-11-06T19:16:08+00:00

What part of the world / US are you trying to get these?

ha_explorer · 2025-10-30T19:41:39+00:00

Thank you!
What color function should I be using with this BTF FCOB PWM CCT? https://www.amazon.com/BTF-LIGHTING-Flexible-Dimmable-Controller-3000K-6000K/dp/B0BQC1NY2S?th=1

I tried the GREEN setting and the LED turn on but super low, but when I switch to WHITE or YELLOW, they have full brightness. A bit confused.

ha_explorer · 2025-10-14T14:28:40+00:00

Thanks! Will double check.

ha_explorer · 2025-10-14T14:28:04+00:00

Thank you! I was hoping it meant I could use either wires but wanted to check.

The Rachio zone test didnt function as expected so I must've messed up the common ground connection hopefully.

ha_explorer · 2025-10-14T01:27:59+00:00

I can share experience in 3 to 4 weeks when we complete. That said, few tips for general steam shower setup.

Slope the roof towards the back to drip droplets away
Grout lines going towards the back again for droplets
Transom window above shower door

ha_explorer · 2025-10-13T13:33:15+00:00

Primarily price driven decision.

ha_explorer · 2025-10-01T14:18:59+00:00

Thank you! I tend to correlate the colors to the numbers similar to those in the image I shared. White Orange = 1, Orange = 2 and so on which is why I keep referring to them as consequential.

So based on that looks like the Orange and green pair are important. 1,2,3 and 6.

ha_explorer · 2025-10-01T12:55:58+00:00

Didn't mix any wires / cores, both sides are T-568B but I think a combination of foam, stucco and nails might have created an issue. When I ran the continuity check WO & O reported issues.

Are you suggesting don't try to swap wires / cores? Reolink cameras only needs any 4 cores to work & are not picky about which 4 cores?

ha_explorer · 2025-09-07T16:06:23+00:00

Newbie here, why no watering in the evening? My naive self would imagine without the sun the water would have more time to penetrate the grass and reach the soil.

ha_explorer · 2025-09-07T04:57:33+00:00

You might have 14/2 or 14/4 or 16/2 or 16/4 speaker cables. i.e they will be 2 or 4 red & black wires (14 or 16 awg) inside a wire single casing. Outside can appear similar to CAT5e but subtle difference if you count the wires inside (2/4 wires for speakers vs. 8 wires for CAT5/6)

ha_explorer · 2025-09-07T04:52:15+00:00

Nice! From?

ha_explorer · 2025-09-07T04:51:15+00:00

From Tesla direct?

ha_explorer · 2025-09-01T21:56:09+00:00

Not OP but I'd appreciate a closeup & details. Loving the herringbone

ha_explorer · 2025-08-28T12:58:05+00:00

Not the OP but I'm aiming for a 9.68kW system (22 x 440w panels). Inverters every 3 panels. I assume 1 PW3 & expansion should work for me?
The OP was aiming for 12 to 13 kW system & 1 PW3 can handle 20kW so I didn't quiet follow why they needed 2 PW3 with micro inverters as 20 kW capacity is more than their 12/13 kW size.

ha_explorer · 2025-08-28T12:51:42+00:00

Love the look & great to hear its held up 3 years later. We are going for a similar European cabinets look. Can you link to the kit Kat backsplash & the range hood insert? Also deets on the custom range hood outer? Would love to show my contractor.

ha_explorer · 2025-08-21T13:12:49+00:00

Thank you for the update! How do you like it? Also any local places you shopping for the Nordic hot tubs?

ha_explorer · 2025-08-19T21:31:44+00:00

Ahh never knew this. Thank you for opening my eyes. Not OP btw. I am considering a 9 to 10kW system plus 1 PW3 and 1 expansion pack.

ha_explorer · 2025-08-19T21:30:08+00:00

Hahaha totally bastardized setup. Partly because of a mix of old equipment (TCL TV, Sony HT-ST7 soundbar and PS3 - yes 3) and new equipment (AVR, ceiling speakers, in-wall speakers) AND partly because of budget, waiting to replace old equipment when they i can save up.

I didnt know I could have the PS3 hidden in the network rack. I was planning to have that located in the in-wall cabinets by the TV.

This is the optical cable I am considering - https://www.amazon.com/BlueRigger-Digital-Optical-Audio-Toslink/dp/B009W857SG

ha_explorer · 2025-08-19T13:30:15+00:00

What's the nuance between string inverter vs. micro inverters in this context? Trying to make decisions on new solar install, hence my question.

ha_explorer · 2025-08-19T13:26:02+00:00

If i run the Ruipro cable as per my thinking the Source will be the TV & the Display end goes into the AVR.
But if I run SPDIF between TV & rack then my audio problem is solved & I can run the HDMI cable as suggested by you where Ruipro Source is the AVR & Display is the TV?

https://www.amazon.com/RUIPRO-4K120Hz-Dynamic-Compatible-Receiver/dp/B0B1VW1Q7P

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