How To Install A Wall Light Fixture On Beam

Twist off the wire nuts that connect the wires.

How to install a wall light fixture on beam.

Trace the pancake electrical junction box in desired position on the outdoor wall. Carefully pull the fixture from the wall pry if it has been painted in place. Screw the fixture to the siding or to the mounting block with the screws that come with it. In this video ask this old house master electrician scott caron installs an outdoor wall sconce and recessed lights at an old church that now serves as a house.

Use chain pliers or pliers with a screwdriver to open the link on the end of the chain. In this step by step vide. Remove any nuts or screws holding the fixture in place. 2 mark the location of hole to be cut to accommodate the recessed light on the beam.

On a flat surface attach the adjusted chain to the light fixture. Adjust the length of the chain to the link that best matches your desired length. When replacing a wall light or sconce it s important to plan ahead and ensure that your new light is looking and working its best. Avoid yanking on the wires.

Twist wires together clockwise with pliers and screw a wire cap onto each pair except the ground wires. If the fixture is heavy use a piece of rope or twine to hold the fixture up while you disconnect the wires. 1 make sure the recessed light fixture you have will fit inside the beam you are installing.