How To Install Wall Light Fixture Box

For a ceiling fan or a heavy light fixture buy a fixture box that attaches to a fan rated brace.

How to install wall light fixture box.

The procedure for installing a remodel junction box calls for a pencil drywall saw and screwdriver. To install a bathroom strip light center the box over the mirror or medicine cabinet. Select boxes that meet local codes. Twist and connect wires.

Attach the fixture over the box wire the fixture and attach the cover. After we have our braces in between our studs just gonna take our hammer. So we re gonna be mounting our box right up here so what we ll do is take our light box put it in between the studs. Use a non contact circuit tester to check the wires for power.

On a flat surface attach the adjusted chain to the light fixture. Twist a plastic wire cap onto each connection. To install a light fixture directly onto a mirror have a glass supplier cut three holes to match the fixture. If the drywall or plaster is damaged cut a larger hole and install a box that attaches directly to a stud or joist.

Cut along the trace line with a drywall saw and. Before cutting a hole use a stud finder to make sure no joist or stud is in the way. Attach the chain to the screw collar then hold the light fixture up against it. White to white black to black and copper to copper.

Remove any shade or globe on the sconce then remove the light bulb. A large hole for the electrical box and two smaller holes for mounting screws. Place the back of the box on the wall or ceiling and adjust it straight and level. Loosen the mounting screws or knob that holds the base of the light fixture to the electrical box then gently pull the fixture away from the box.

Once you ve verified that the power is off disconnect the wire leads on the light fixture from the circuit wires by unscrewing the wire connectors. Use chain pliers or pliers with a screwdriver to open the link on the end of the chain. Drill 1 inch holes down through the wall s top plate the top horizontal two by four accessible from the attic or from the attic crawlspace. Remove the old light fixture.

Adjust the length of the chain to the link that best matches your desired length. Drill one hole through the top plate into the wall space.