Today, we're going to install a porch light to the side of our home. this is a pretty straightforward project, and doesn't require cutting the sidings of the. How to install outdoor light fixtures be your own handyman @ home easier than you'd think! subscribe now !! thank you!! visit my channel homepage here:.
Welcome to my tutorial on installing outdoor lights and wiring up outside lighting. if you like the content leave a like and please subscribe for more conten. How to install an exterior light tip #1: use a proper mounting surface. the first element in a proper exterior light installation is a flat mounting surface. most fixtures come with a gasket that goes between the fixture and the mounting surface. a flat surface is necessary for the gasket to do its job of keeping moisture and debris out of the. 1. run the cable up to the outdoor outlet and strip the end of it. use wire strippers to cut the end of the cable and remove about 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) of rubber insulation. this should leave 2 wires exposed. [5] you can also use a utility knife to strip the wire, although it will be much easier to use the wire strippers. Connect the new electrical wire with the existing electrical wiring. connect the ground wire to the green screw. take the black wires and twist them together. install a wire nut. do the same for the white wires. reinstall the faceplate on the junction box. now, you’re ready to install the lighting fixture outside.
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