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Cut light openings into the stair risers or wall mount the lights. Place lights about every two steps and cut them in the center of each stair riser. Wall lights work well if you have a wall on both sides of the staircase. Wall lights should also be centered. Drill 1/4 inch pilot holes into the riser or wall.
Power is 14/2 coming to a single light at bottom of stairs which is currently wired to a single 2-way switch at top of stairs. I want a 3-way switch at the top of the stairs, and a 3-way switch at the bottom of the stairs. These switches will control four recessed lights dispersed around the landing.