Mounting A Ceiling Light Fixture

Ceiling fixtures can vary from chandeliers for a formal dining room a new light and fan combination for a family room or a new look in a recently remodeled room.

Mounting a ceiling light fixture.

Most fixtures especially newer models have a black wire and a white wire. Get it as soon as fri sep 25. Here s how to mount that new fixture correctly and safely using professional installation techniques. Twist the ends together with a wire nut.

Combine the stripped end of the black ceiling or supply wire with the stripped end of the black wire of the chandelier. Find ceiling light mounts at lowe s today. We installed the hook in the ceiling at the location where we wanted the fixture. 4 7 out of 5 stars 78.

Pendant light ceiling hook. Change a drab room into a dazzling one with a new overhead light fixture. Once the box is in place install the crossbar that comes with the light fixture connect the wires and secure the fixture to the crossbar. Even if you ve never tackled an electrical project before you can install a ceiling fixture by following the diy advice and photos in this story.

Subscribe to our channel and like our video. Place all wires snugly in electric box. Install a surface mount box remodel junction boxes aren t intended to use outdoors so if you want to install a spotlight on the porch screw a surface mount box to the siding. Remove the old fixture.

First we pre drilled a small hole and then twisted in the hook which basically has a screw attached to it. Do the same with the white light fixture and supply wires. Thankfully our beadboard is made of solid wood so we felt comfortable that it was strong enough to support the fixture. Dress up a room or give it a whole new appearance by learning how to change a ceiling fixture on your own.