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Step 4 · Run Wiring and Connect to Box

Carefully pull the electrical cable from its source (e.g., ceiling fixture, switch, or junction box) through the wall cavity to the installed electrical box. Leave sufficient slack (about 6-8 inches) of wire extending from the box. Strip about 3/4 inch of insulation from the ends of the black (hot), white (neutral), and green or bare (ground) wires using wire strippers.

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Step 4 · Run Wiring and Connect to Box

Carefully pull the electrical cable from its source (e.g., ceiling fixture, switch, or junction box) through the wall cavity to the installed electrical box. Leave sufficient slack (about 6-8 inches) of wire extending from the box. Strip about 3/4 inch of insulation from the ends of the black (hot), white (neutral), and green or bare (ground) wires using wire strippers.

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How to Install a Wall Sconce in a Stairwell

Step 4 of 10·1.3 hr left

Turn Off Power
5 minutes2 items
Determine Sconce Mounting Location
10 minutes3 items
Install or Prepare Electrical Box
20 minutes5 items
4
Run Wiring and Connect to Box
15 minutes3 items
5
Mount Sconce Bracket
10 minutes3 items
6
Connect Sconce Wiring
15 minutes2 items
7
Mount the Sconce Fixture
10 minutes2 items
8
Install Light Bulb and Shade
5 minutes2 items
9
Restore Power and Test
5 minutes1 items
10
Finishing Touches
15 minutes5 items
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