A pull chain light fixture is easy to install and it is a great option for rooms that don't require a dedicated light switch, such as closets and basements.
In our last kitchen, the wires came through the ceiling at one end of the fluorescent light. Had that been the case here, it would’ve required more complex wiring to move the fixture box to the right spot. Step 4: Disconnect Wires In The Old Fixture Then, with the power still turned...
Changing a light bulb in a pendant fixture can be a simple process if it has an open design that allows you to reach inside and untwist the old bulb. But when the ceiling light cover won't come off of an enclosed design, an easy ceiling light bulb change becomes a sweat-inducing task...
Skilled homeowners can DIY a thermostat installation. You can replace a thermostat if you can change a light fixture or ceiling fan. Following the manufacturer's directions, and ensuring you disconnect the power, are a must. However, suppose you want to install a new thermostat, move one to ...
Adding a Light Fixture Mid-Circuit If you like to do your own wiring and have a basic knowledge of residential electrical circuits, you'll have an easy time connecting a wall light fixture to an existing wall or ceiling fixture. The procedure involves daisy chain wiring. It's a common misc...
Once the ceiling is clean, remove all light fixture covers and shades. Wash them in soapy water in the kitchen sink, then leave them to dry. I like to use a littleDawndish soap orMR Cleanfor this. While they’re drying, go back through the house and dust off all of the ceiling fa...
existing light and run two new lights off of the existing light box. It is not far from the existing light, so will I need to run wire from existing box to the two new boxes. How do I wire it considering I don’t want a light fixture in the current spot. How do I close it ...
Motion sensors, either built into a light fixture or retrofitted as an add-on to a bulb socket, are usually associated with outdoor applications. And they work well for that purpose. Before motion-sensing lights were invented, homeowners wishing for greater security outside their homes were forc...
13. Repeat these steps for the center box on the other side of the light fixture. 14. Caulk both sides of all the boards where they meet the walls or ceiling and all joins to hide any gaps. Hint: make a small diagonal cut on the end of the tube of caulking so that only a thin...
When your sole purpose in removing an old fixture is to change it with a new one, it could be an easy task since the size fits exactly on the ceiling’s hole. However, when you remove a 4-inch recessed light and want to change it to something bigger, like a 6-inch recessed light...