How to hang a ceiling light fixture remove the old fixture and inspect the wiring.
Install ceiling light electrical box.
Pry out the box s mounting nails and pull the box down from the ceiling.
Turn off the power to the light fixture at the main circuit panel.
If you want to install a ceiling fan then you will need to get a box rated to hold the weight of a ceiling fan or you will want to add some additional bracing to hold the ceiling fan.
Choose a box with nails integrated into the box if your ceiling opening is located next to a joist.
Find the joists near where you want to install a ceiling electrical junction box by sliding a stud finder over the ceiling.
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Install a plastic replacement ceiling box that s rated for 50 pounds.
Remove the nut or screws securing.
The box shown has a slot that the cable slides through.
Position the open edge of the electrical box flush with the ceiling side of the drywall.
Test the wires to make sure the power is off.
Drive the nails into the joist with a hammer.
Installing the box is easily done but you must be careful anytime you are working with electrical wiring.
Pry the tab and pull the cable out.
Installing a ceiling electrical box lets you add a light fixture to a room.
How to install a junction box for a light fixture is fairly easy and should always be done with the power off.
If the box has a cable clamp remove the locknut.
Disconnect the cable from the box.