How To Change A Hardwired Light To A Plug In

Remove the female end of the extension cord using wire cutters.

How to change a hardwired light to a plug in.

The female end is the plug in side where another plug is inserted. Turn off power to the fixture at your electrical box. How to make a hardwire light fixture into a plug in. I opted to change the light bulb to an edison bulb i purchased at lowe s.

I have basic wiring skills but i am not a certified electrician. I have basic wiring skills. I love the pattern it gives off on the ceiling and the way the filament. You can buy switches that simply clip onto smaller two wire cords.

That may be a good idea for the future then you can use any kind of plugin lamp for this controlled by. And i am going to show you how to turn a hard wired light fixture into a plug in light. Another option is to change the current hardwired light connections to put a plug there. It s happened to us all we find the perfect light for our room only to see it is a plug in light.

This project is completely at your own risk and i take no responsibility for any mishaps you may have as a result of this tutorial. Prepare your light fixture and gather your supplies. Flip the little switch to off for your room. I may be a woman of many skills and qualifications but certified electrician is not one of them.

Remove existing light fixture. With a few modifications you can easily convert a plug in light to a hardwired work of art. Run the cord as inconspicuously as possible to the nearest outlet plug it in and test the light. How to change a hard wire light fixture into a plug in.

Check the switch to make sure lights are off. Use your screwdriver to take the ceiling plate off and be very careful not to let the light fixture fall and rip the wiring. It is very easy to add a switch to your extension cord. Please be careful and consult a certified electrician if you are in any doubt.

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