Converting a light fixture to a power outlet can be done in two ways.
Convert light switch to plug socket.
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The first way is really simple and doesn t require any electrical knowledge or understanding whatsoever.
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One will be the power line coming from the breaker box and the other will be the wires connected from the light switch to the light fixture.
In instances where you need to work in an area that doesn t have electrical sockets readily available there is an easy way to convert a light socket into an electrical socket using a special adaptor.
I have basic wiring skills but i am not a certified electrician.
Lamp cord with switch any old extension cord could work too if you just cut off the female end but these are wonderful because they have a switch on the cord optional paintable cord cover.
When installing a switch outlet combo unit you ll want to know the difference between the two sets of wires coming into the light switch box.
Convert single light 2 switch system to single switch 2 lights.
To do this you simply purchase a screw in adapter that will screw into your light socket like a light bulb but it will have a plug or two on the end of it.
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Convert a light switch to an outlet remove the black wires from the switch screw a wire cap on the dead one and push it back into the box out of the way.
Flip the light switch to the off position and remove the existing light bulb.
How to change a hard wire light fixture into a plug in.
Convert led ceiling light to plug in.
Be sure none of the exposed wire is showing under the cap because if it is you could contact it with your tools or it could touch another wire.