How To Change A Hardwired Light To A Plug In

Well today s project was made to add a little light to that space.

How to change a hardwired light to a plug in.

Flip the little switch to off for your room. Remove existing light fixture. And i am going to show you how to turn a hard wired light fixture into a plug in light. Prepare your light fixture and gather your supplies.

It is very easy to add a switch to your extension cord. Check the switch to make sure lights are off. I opted to change the light bulb to an edison bulb i purchased at lowe s. I have basic wiring skills.

How to change a light switch to an electrical outlet. Use your screwdriver to take the ceiling plate off and be very careful not to let the light fixture fall and rip the wiring. Run the cord as inconspicuously as possible to the nearest outlet plug it in and test the light. I have basic wiring skills but i am not a certified electrician.

I may be a woman of many skills and qualifications but certified electrician is not one of them. 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. You can buy switches that simply clip onto smaller two wire cords. It s happened to us all we find the perfect light for our room only to see it is a plug in light.

How to convert a hard wire light fixture into a plug in. How to change a hard wire light fixture into a plug in. I have a whole round up of great hardwired lights ranging from 25 50. Remove the female end of the extension cord using wire cutters.

I love the pattern it gives off on the ceiling and the way the filament. How to make a hardwire light fixture into a plug in. Turn off power to the fixture at your electrical box. Please be careful and consult a certified electrician if you are in any doubt.

With a few modifications you can easily convert a plug in light to a hardwired work of art.