Remove The Old Fixture — Remove Existing Fixture
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How to Install a Pendant Light in an Entryway · Step 2 of 7
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Begin by removing any decorative glass shades or covers from the old fixture to prevent accidental breakage. Unscrew the light bulbs. Use a screwdriver to detach the fixture's base or canopy from the ceiling electrical box. Once loose, carefully lower the fixture to expose the electrical wiring. Before touching any wires, use a non-contact voltage tester to confirm that the power is indeed off at the wires inside the electrical box. Disconnect the wires by untwisting the wire nuts: usually black (hot), white (neutral), and a bare copper or green wire (ground). Finally, remove the old mounting bracket from the electrical box. Inspect the ceiling area; if the old fixture left unpainted patches or damaged plaster, you may need to do some touch-up painting before installing the new fixture.
Remove The Old Fixture — Remove Existing Fixture
Part of project
How to Install a Pendant Light in an Entryway · Step 2 of 7
In this video
Begin by removing any decorative glass shades or covers from the old fixture to prevent accidental breakage. Unscrew the light bulbs. Use a screwdriver to detach the fixture's base or canopy from the ceiling electrical box. Once loose, carefully lower the fixture to expose the electrical wiring. Before touching any wires, use a non-contact voltage tester to confirm that the power is indeed off at the wires inside the electrical box. Disconnect the wires by untwisting the wire nuts: usually black (hot), white (neutral), and a bare copper or green wire (ground). Finally, remove the old mounting bracket from the electrical box. Inspect the ceiling area; if the old fixture left unpainted patches or damaged plaster, you may need to do some touch-up painting before installing the new fixture.